The Burren Visitor Centre
Kilfenora, North Clare
Discover the Burren Centre: Explore the Burren exhibition, local crafts, and food, plus get maps and advice for your Burren visit.
The Burren Centre serves as an educational and informative starting point for visitors to the Burren. It includes an exhibition that introduces the UNESCO geopark of the Burren region.The exhibition covers various aspects including the formation, flora, fauna, geology, archaeology, heritage, and music of the area.
Additionally, the Centre is home to a special exhibition dedicated to the world-renowned Kilfenora Ceili Band. There is also a craft shop featuring unique gifts and souvenirs crafted by local artists, alongside a café that offers delicious homemade food and drink.
As the licensed information point for the entire Burren region, the Visitor Centre provides walking maps, vouchers, and advice from the information desk.
Visitors can begin their exploration of the Burren’s magic at this Centre, located in the heart of the historic village of Kilfenora – known as the ‘City of the Crosses’ – adjacent to the ancient Kilfenora Cathedral.
Highlights include:
- Visitor information desk for the Burren
- Comprehensive exhibition on the UNESCO geopark
- Kilfenora ceili room experience
- Traditional local craft shop
- Café serving traditional, local home-cooked food and drink
Discover the Burren Centre: Explore the Burren exhibition, local crafts, and food, plus get maps and advice for your Burren visit.
Good to Know
Locally Made Arts and Crafts, Heritage Threads, and Unique Souvenirs.
Free to visit, with pay attractions inside.
Free parking at the Square.
Open in Full from March to October.
Free Wifi.
Fully accessible.
Picnic Benches are available to the front of the centre.
About Kilfenora
