GROUPS

family tours

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family tours

Families are very welcome at Doolin Cave but we do not encourage infants and children under 3 years of age to enter the cave. Very small children and their guardian are warmly invited to relax in our café or enjoy a gentle stroll along the Eco-Trail, while others in your group explore the wonders of this remarkable underground world.

It is important to note visitors must descend 125 steps into the enchanting depths of Doolin Cave, and ascend the same number to return to daylight—equivalent to an 8-storey building. Therefore no buggies or strollers can access the cave.

Inside, the cave is dark, cool, and damp, which may be unsettling for some young children who are sensitive to darkness. Others, however, will relish the thrill of an underground adventure!

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FAMILY TOUR group Info

  • 50 min. Guided Cave Tour
    & Self Guided Eco Trail
  • Not suitable for children under 3 years of age

The guided cave tour is in English. Tour information handouts are also available in French, German, Spanish and Italian. Remember this tour is not suitable for very small children.

After the guided tour visitors are welcome to extend the adventure from underground to overground by following a charming Eco Trail that takes a looped walk around the cave setting. Also onsite is a retail shop which sells unique, Doolin Cave Pottery, and a cafe.

Pre-booking is essential.

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Is Doolin Cave Right for You? View our Accessibility and Health & Safety Information and Video

Please ensure you and your party read this information prior to booking. By booking, you agree that you accept these terms and conditions.

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GALLERY

REVIEWS

  • “Unique Stalactite and Tour; Well Worth It! This was an unexpected highlight of our stay in Doolin. We went to the cave more out of curiosity than anything else but ended up feeling like it was one of the highlights of our stay in County Clare. The introductory panels in the visitor’s center provided us with good background information that set us up well for the tour. Our tour guide was excellent from start to finish”

    eaglelake20 – NewYork

    – June, 2022

  • “Doolin Cave, just another Cave.. No! This Cave is exceptional, It’s the first time I’ve been awe struck and really felt like an explorer. I’ve been down many caves, but this one is the only one that touched my heart and caused me to have great respect for life and our living planet. The separation between the noisy commercial rat race and the serene peaceful heartbeat of the earth is very tangible. It certainly makes me believe in the Creator of Life.. please don’t miss the opportunity, make the opportunity it’s life lasting .”

    John O’ Regan – Google Review

    – June, 2023

  • “Fabulous experience, very interesting and informative tour. The cave is terrific and well maintained. The nature walk is beautiful. The coffee shop serves lovely coffee and scrumptious cakes. All the staff in the complex were very pleasant, helpful and efficient”

    Michael Macken – Google Review

    – May, 2023

  • “A fantastic experience. The tour takes place every hour and is carried out very professionally, personably and with a lot of humor. The descent is quite easy, but you should be prepared for numerous slightly wet and slippery steps. It is also very fresh in the cave. Therefore, dress sufficiently thickly and wear sturdy shoes. But the descent and the tour itself are breathtaking and absolutely worth the effort!”

    Philip A. – Google Review

    – June, 2023

  • “Spectacular! Cian our guide did a SUPER job. This is absolutely SPECTACULAR. I hadn’t read much about the caves so when we turned the corner and saw this amazing view – the stalactite, we were awe struck. Top spot in Clare for sure. Coffee n toastie at the coffee shop was yummy and the young ladies on duty were efficient professional and very friendly GOOD JOB!”

    Rita C – Dublin

    – June, 2023

  • “Wow, what can I say.. I’ll keep it brief. This was an absolute hidden gem in the Burren, and the highlight of our stay! Seeing the stalactite in all its glory was amazing. We believe it’s the largest in Europe, and quite staggering to find it in the tiny village of Doolin. The tour guide (apologies, forgot your name) was very informative and friendly. The tour itself was brilliant, and such a unique experience that we will never forget”

    travel_bunny870

    – September, 2022

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