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Once an insignificant fishing village, Doolin (also known as Fisherstreet on some old maps) shot to fame on the back of the revival of Irish Traditional music over the last twenty or thirty years. It is now perhaps the best-known location for traditional music in Clare and is a Mecca for tourists and visitors, especially the younger ones, as there are also many good walks of the Burren (walking tours are organised locally ) and sea-fishing off the rocks.
There is a variety of good accommodation in the area . Both luxurious and less expensive tastes are well catered for. Ireland-Mid-West Online recommend Emohruo Guesthouse. There are also several good pubs and many cafes and restaurants, again catering for every taste and budget. The small harbour is the nearest port to the Aran Islands and a ferry runs to Inisfree daily, April - September.
Another local attraction is the cave system in the area: Ireland's largest cave is near here and another one contains what is Western Europe's tallest stalactite. There are various other caves and potholes around the district, and potholers and cavers are frequent visitors. The Cliffs of Moher, some of the highest sea-cliffs in Europe, are also located within cycling (or walking) distance. Bicycles can be hired and the whole Burren area is easily accessible by bike.
Doolin web-page on Kingsway.ie
Emohruo Guesthouse
Other towns of County Clare
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