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The Burren College of Art

A school, a castle and the Burren all in one place! The Burren College of Art was established in 1993 by Michael Greene and Mary...

Monk's Seafood Pub & Restaurant

Delicious food and great atmosphere right in downtown Ballyvaughan! If you are looking for good food, great service and a cozy, homey...

Part of the Wood Loop Trail

Into the countryside you go! More cow encounters, rock wall climbing and a peak into the magical mossy forests! I had the opportunity to...

Mr. Kebab

Looking for some good ole comfort, takeout food? Well, Mr. Kebab is your place! Mr. Kebab right in downtown Ballyvaughan has all your...

Sans Souci Nature Area

Short walk, great coast view and great for kids and adults alike! This short little walk from the main road out to the coast is well...

Poulnabrone Dolmen

Dating back to around 3800BC this historic monument is ancient! The Poulnabrone Dolmen is an ancient portal tomb, one out of about 172 in...

The Burren Perfumery & Tea Rooms

Who doesn't want a perfume inspired by the Burren? And of course some hot locally made tea as well! The Burren Perfumery and Tea Rooms...

Burren National Park (Eagle's Rock in Slieve Carran)

Immerse yourself in the famous Burren landscape in this beautiful park! Burren National Park is about a 25 minute drive from...

Corcomroe Abbey

Beautiful historic abbey ruins and cemetery in the countryside! Corcomroe Abbey is about a 15 minute drive from Ballyvaughan. Founded in...

Rent an Irish Cottage

Looking for a place to stay? Why not a fully furnished thatched roofed cottage? During my 2 and a half week stay here I had the privilege...

Aillwee Cave & Burren Birds of Prey

Fun short walk through some cave systems under and get up close and personal with some beautiful birds of prey! Aillwee Cave and Burren...

St. Brigid's Well

This quiet, mysterious area is definitely worth the stop! St. Brigid's Well is a short drive down the road from the Cliffs of Moher. It...

The Cliffs of Moher

If it's not already this site should be on your bucketlist! One of the most visited sites in Ireland, the Cliffs of Moher is a must if...

The N67 Road Stop

Beautiful road stop on your way to the Cliffs of Moher from Ballyvaughan! If you get a chance there is a little pull off along the road...

Doolin Coastal Walk

Great, uncrowded shoreline walk! Awesome karsts and wild Atlantic waves! This little park is just past downtown Doolin next to the Eagles...

Galway Day Trip

A cute, fun, colorful coastal town you haven't seen yet! Galway is a must do if you are in the Ballyvaughan area. It is an hour and 10...

Monroe's Tavern in Galway

Delicious food and a great atmosphere! While walking around Galway I ran into this awesome restaurant and pub. Just across the way from...

Newtown Castle Hike

Cow encounters, rock scrambling and beautiful views on one of the Burren Mountains known as Cappanwalla! This self guided hike is a must...

Ballyvaughan Pier Walk

Beautiful, calming, short walk out to one of Ballyvaughan's historic piers. This short 20 minute round trip walk is well worth it! It...

Other Food Options in Off Season

What else does Ballyvaughan have to offer in off season? Read More! Since I was in Ballyvaughan in their off season there were not all...

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