HeritagePhoto Wikimedia CommonsCliffs of Moher
Ireland
We spend 1.5 hours at the Cliffs of Moher - one of the world's greatest natural attractions. The cliffs stand 1/3 the size of the Empire State Building and have large populations of puffins and gannets. You can enjoy a hike or a relaxed walk, while gazing in amazement at this geological and natural beauty. The Cliffs of Moher also have shops and restaurants, anything from snacks and souvenirs available in plenty. Visitor charges at the Cliffs are included in the tour price saving you EUR 10.00. You will also receive a complimentary ticket to the award winning Atlantic Edge exhibition that examines all aspects of the mighty Cliffs of Moher.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Cliffs of Moher, a location that has ignited the human imagination for millennia. Stretching for nine miles along the coast of County Clare and rising to a height of 702 feet—roughly 214 meters—at their highest…
Listen in the app2The Subterranean Gateway: The Visitor Experience
Your journey begins at the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience, an architectural marvel in its own right. Designed to minimize its impact on the landscape, the center is built directly into the hillside, appearing almost like a…
Listen in the app3O'Brien's Tower: The 19th Century Viewpoint
Perched at the highest point of the cliffs is O'Brien's Tower, a charming stone structure built in 1835 by local landowner and Member of Parliament, Cornelius O'Brien. While it might look like a medieval fortification, its…
Listen in the app4The North Walk: Towards the Giant's Footsteps
Heading north from O'Brien's Tower toward the village of Doolin, the path becomes narrower and more rugged. This is the 'North Walk,' part of the official Burren Way trail. …
Listen in the app5The South Path: Mythology and the Sea Cave
Turning south from the Visitor Center leads you toward Hag's Head, a route steeped in mythology and legend. This path offers a different perspective on the cliffs, with more undulating terrain and closer views of the sea…
Listen in the app6Hag's Head: Ma and the Watchtower
The southernmost point of the cliffs is Hag’s Head, a name that evokes the ancient folklore of the region. From a specific angle, the rock formation here is said to resemble the profile of a seated woman looking out to sea. …
Listen in the app7The Aviary of the Atlantic: Birdwatching Platforms
No scholarly visit to the Cliffs of Moher is complete without a focused study of its avian inhabitants. The cliffs are a Special Protection Area, hosting one of the most important colonies of seabirds in Europe. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As your journey along the Cliffs of Moher comes to an end, take one final moment to stand near the edge—safely behind the barriers—and absorb the totality of the experience. You have walked through three hundred million years of…
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What is Cliffs of Moher?
Cliffs of Moher is a place in Ireland with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 52.9718, -9.4265 |
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