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Doolin Cave

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About this place

Doolin Cave (Irish: Pol an Ionain or Poll-an-Ionain) is a limestone cave near Doolin in County Clare, Ireland, on the western edge of The Burren. The name is the anglicised version of the Irish name Poll an Eidhneáin, which is said to translate into "Ivy Cliff Cave". The cave attracted some controversy due to its development and marketing as a show cave in the early 21st century. It is now open to the public, branded as Doolin Cave.

Visitor Information

Admission
Paid
Access
Customers only

Getting There & Parking

Doolin Cave is located in County Clare, roughly 41 km (35 min drive) from Galway and 267 km (3h 55m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 67 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Doolin Cave Visitor Centre (0.0 km away).

Galway41 km
~35 min drive
Limerick82 km
~1h 10m drive
Dublin267 km
~3h 55m drive
Nearest car park

Doolin Cave Parking · 67 m from landmark

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Doolin Cave, Ireland (4K)

Doolin Cave, Ireland (4K)

Exploring Europe

Doolin Cave is home to the largest stalactite in Europe😮  a 5 min drive from the cliffs of Moher

Doolin Cave is home to the largest stalactite in Europe😮 a 5 min drive from the cliffs of Moher

Exploring Europe

Exploring Doolin: Revealing the Hidden Gems of Ireland

Exploring Doolin: Revealing the Hidden Gems of Ireland

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