Cliffs of Moher

Atlantic cliffs rise above seabird colonies, with O'Brien's Tower marking the skyline over County Clare's layered rock walls.

The Southern Viewing Platform shows the cliffs in profile toward O'Brien's Tower, with evening light on their west-facing walls. Stay behind walls on official paths: the drops are sheer and gusts can be violent. Coastal routes from Liscannor and Hag's Head are closed; the Doolin route ends at Surfers Path without visitor-centre access, so check current closures before walking.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep
Time needed
1 to 2 hours

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Cliffs of Moher

Atlantic cliffs rise above seabird colonies, with O'Brien's Tower marking the skyline over County Clare's layered rock walls.

The Southern Viewing Platform shows the cliffs in profile toward O'Brien's Tower, with evening light on their west-facing walls. Stay behind walls on official paths: the drops are sheer and gusts can be violent. Coastal routes from Liscannor and Hag's Head are closed; the Doolin route ends at Surfers Path without visitor-centre access, so check current closures before walking.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep
Time needed
1 to 2 hours

Get around

Eat & drink

Sleep

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