Ireland is widely known as the island of greenery, made of rocks, water and ubiquitous vegetation. It has rich flora and fauna, from wild deer, through numerous bird species, to unique plants such as Irish clovers. Here you will find some of the most beautiful cliffs in the world.
- Kerry Cliffs
Located just outside Portmagee, the Kerry Cliffs are a viewpoint of some of the highest cliffs in Ireland. Facing directly West across the Atlantic Ocean,on a clear day Skellig Michael is visible as is the Dingle peninsula to the North. Caution is advised as the cliffs are prone to strong winds and breeze but view cliffs breathtakingly.
2. Cliffs of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher are located on the west coast of Ireland in County Clare. The cliffs run for 14 km from Liscannor in the south to Doolin in the north. One of Ireland’s most beloved landmarks, the Cliffs of Moher is one of the most famous points along the Wild Atlantic Way, the 2,500 km route that winds along Ireland’s west coast.
3. Dun Aengus
The cliffs make a huge impression with the remains of a stone defensive building (fort) most likely from the Late Bronze Age.
Archaeologists, scientists and tourists from all over the world come here, which has earned it the official status of a world cultural heritage site. A 14 acre site the fort consists of three terraced walls surrounding an inner enclosure containing a platform on the edge of a three hundred foot high cliff. The views from it are breathtakingly spectacular. Excavations carried out in the 1990s indicated that people had been living at the hill top from c.1500 BC with the first walls and dwelling houses being erected c. 1100 BC. A remarkable network of defensive stones known as a Chevaux de Frise( c.700bc) surrounds the whole structure.
4. Slieve League Cliffs
The Slieve League Cliffs (Sliabh Liag) are located on the south west coast of Donegal.
The viewpoint (Bunglass Point) is located right next to the upper Slieve League car park. From here, you’ll be treated to views out across Donegal Bay all the way to Sligo and beyond. While you’re stood here, keep an eye out for the little beach of pure white sand (only approachable by boat).
To the right hand side of the beach there’s a large cave where seals sometimes retreat.
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of cliffs. Join our guided tours and explore Donegal’s stunning coastal landscapes.
5. The Causeway Coast Cliffs
The Giant’s Causeway is a facility located on the coast in the northern part of Northern Ireland. Tourists flock to Giant’s Causeway to see the original rock formation. It consists of 37 thousand. (some sources say about 40,000) basalt columns that create a characteristic promontory. This large stretch of staircase-shaped rocks is the result of cooled lava from volcanic eruptions that took place over 65 million years ago.
Near the Giant’s Cave there is a commemorative stone plaque that confirms the inclusion of this place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Another interesting fact about the Giant’s Causeway is that within it, Game of Thrones fans can walk the famous Dark Hedges. It is considered one of the most beautiful roads in Northern Ireland.
6. KilKee Cliff
The Kilkee Cliffs are a remote and wild stretch of stunning coastline offering spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean, in County Clare Ireland and are a Wild Atlantic Way Discovery Point. Enjoy a 2 to 3 hour loop walk along the cliffs starting at the natural swimming pools known as the Pollock Holes and taking in the Puffing Hole, a natural blow hole.
7. Fair Head
Cape Fair Head rises 200 meters (660 ft) above sea level and stretches for over 5 kilometers (3.1 miles). The dolerite rock wall is over 100 meters (330 ft) high in places.
Fair Head is a 5 kilometre mountain cliff, close to the sea, at the north-eastern corner of County Antrim, Northern Ireland, whose rock face is formed into distinctive vertical columns like organ pipes. Fair Head is regarded as one of the best outdoor rock-climbing locations in Ireland.
8. Downpatrick Head (Cliffs of Moher)
At Downpatrick Head the gigantic seastack Dún Briste is the most famous landmark along the rugged Atlantic coast in northern Mayo.
Downpatrick Head is a majestic heritage site found about 5km north of Ballycastle village. Jutting out into the ocean and rising almost 40m above the waves, it provides unparalleled views of the Atlantic, including the unique collection of islands known as the Staggs of Broadhaven.
9. Mizen Head
The southernmost point of the island. Mizen Head Signal Station, built to save lives off the treacherous rocks at Ireland’s most south-westerly point, five miles from Goleen, is open to the public. On Mizen Head there is a very photogenic bridge and paths leading to the most interesting viewpoints.
10. Skellig Michael
Discover Ireland’s most impressive cliffs on Skelligs Islands. The landing boat tours allow access to Skellig Michael, where you can climb steep stairs to a ruined monastery and beehive huts. The scenery is simply breathtaking, as well as the steep cliffs. Together with Bru na Boinne, it’s one of Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Recently, the site has been popularized by Star Wars, as the site was used as a filming location for Luke Skywalker’s island sanctuary. The only way to get to Skellig Michael is by boat.
