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O'Brien's Tower (Cliffs of Moher)
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon for softer light and far fewer visitors; late spring to early summer brings longer days and puffins near the cliffs.
Budget tips
Visitor centre entry is charged, typically around €8–€12 for adults when booked online; children and family rates exist, and free public viewpoints along the coastal road let you see the cliffs without paying the centre fee.
Recommended for
Photography enthusiasts, Birdwatchers, Couples, Day hikers
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Fatos rápidos: Sea-spray scented air often carries the cries of nesting seabirds, with around 30,000 birds visible along the cliffs during peak breeding season. Crowds climb the circular stone viewing platform to peer over 214 metres of sheer rock toward the ocean, spotting puffins, razorbills and guillemots against white-columned cliffs.
Destaques: A faint copper tang on the wind and the thunder of waves far below make the panorama feel cinematic, while a solitary octagonal turret marks where a lamp once flashed every 30 seconds to warn passing ships. Local guides love to tell how Cornelius O'Brien raised funds in 1835 to add the viewing platform, a detail that helps the place feel like an old-fashioned lookout rather than just a scenic stop.
Insider tips
- Wear a windproof jacket, warm layers and sturdy shoes, the top can be much colder and gustier than the car park.
- Arrive early or after 4pm to avoid the biggest tour-bus crowds and to catch softer light for photos.
- Photograph from the tower and the southern viewing platform for Aran Islands and Doolin headlands, use a telephoto lens for nesting seabirds.
- Buy online timed-entry tickets and use the shuttle bus or park in Liscannor to save on busy parking; bring snacks to avoid pricey visitor centre fares.
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A melhor forma de conhecer uma cidade com um guia local.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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