DOOLIN

ABOUT DOOLIN 

Doolin, The Music & The Burren

 Doolin is renowned world wide for its wealth of Irish Traditional Music and attracts visitors of all ages and from all walks of life. Some have returned year after year since the 1960's, others stopped for a couple of days on  their  travels and never left. It is hard to tell what it is about Doolin that takes a hold of people,  you'll just have to find out for yourself. 

Music Pubs 

There are Four bars in Doolin,Gus O'Connor's, Fitzpatrick's, McGann's and McDermot's. You will find music nightly in all the Pubs during the summer months and, if in the right place at the right time - some of the best sessions in the winter. Many well-known names in the Irish Traditional Music Scene have started out in Doolin and numerous already famous musicians have come just to join in a session.

Doolin Village

Doolin Village was given it's name by the Townland of Doolin which lies half way between Fisherstreet and Roadford. This was once the location of Doolin House, Residence of the poet Francis MacNamara, the Landlord of this area in those days.

Nicolette, the daughter of Francis MacNamara and author of the book "Two Flamboyant Fathers" was married to Anthony Devas. The first couple of chapters of her book will give you some understanding of the characteristics of the MacNamaras, their friends and some of the old characters of Doolin in days long gone. Her sister Caitlín was married to the Welsh poet Dylan Thomas. Regular visitors to Doolin also included well-known writers and artists, such as Augustus John, J.M. Synge and George Bernard Shaw. 

Cliffs of Moher

Standing 214m above sea level and stretching for 8km along the west coast of Ireland, this is the must see attraction! 

Doolin Cave

The largest stalactite in the northern hemisphere hangs in Doolin Cave only 4km away. Not to be missed. 

Aran Islands

Ferries from Doolin Pier daily from March to October to these magnificent islands. With return trips via the Cliffs of Moher Cruise 

Doolin 

Experience the West of Ireland 

“Just a perfect B&B. Great hosts gave a very warm welcome. The rooms are very , comfortable.The house is central but quiet located in the heart of Doolin. All interesting places in walking distance. Will become our main B&B for Doolin”
Oskar G. on Tripadvisor 
“The B&B was clean, the food was great, host were friendly and it was an easy walk to the Pub! The location was great, close to the Cliffs and various sites in the Burren. We were there for 3 nights, price was very reasonable.”
John M. on Tripadvisor 
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