General description for Cliffs of Moher
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The Cliffs of Moher are one of Irelands top visitor attractions! Not only are they a beautiful sight but they are also are home to one of the major colonies of cliff nesting birds in
Ireland.
The cliffs rise to a height of 214 metres from the Atlantic Ocean offering spectacular views, the cliffs attract almost a million visitors a year.
History of the Cliffs of Moher
The name originates from a ruined fort that stood on Hags Head, the most southern point of the cliffs. The cliffs site has been developed and now features the “Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience”
which is built into the hillside. The centre is environmentally friendly and contains facilities and information for its visitors. There is also interactive media displays and large screens for
visitors to experience a birds eye view from the cliffs. The prices for this are below.
There is also the opportunity to take a ferry trip along the shoreline to capture the stunning sights.
Cliffs of Moher Cruise
Times:
Depart from Doolin at 12pm and 3pm
Duration: 1 hour
Sailing schedule- 1st April-1st October
Price:
- 1 hour- £15
Cliffs & Aran Cruises
DoolinPier,
Co. Clare.
Ireland.
Tel: (065) 7075949
mohercruises@eircom.net
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre-
Times:
September:
9.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. (7.30pm Weekends & Bank Holidays)
October:
9.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. (6.30pm Weekends & Bank Holidays)
November:
9.15 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
December:
9.15 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Prices:
Adult: €6.00
Children under 16: Free
Senior Citizen: €4.00
Student: €4.00
Disabled Visitor: €4.00
Visit the website for a full list of times and prices