County Clare, Ireland

COUNTY CLARE : Overview

OVERVIEW

County Clare is a region to the South and West of Galway boasting beautiful ocean drives, prehistoric artifacts, quaint old Irish towns, historic castles and many other wheelchair accessible sites to explore. 

The Cliffs of Moher and the Burren are some of the most famous sites in this region. The Cliffs of Moher are completely accessible and offer breathtaking views of the ocean. There is also a visitor center, café, and gift shop.

To learn more about accessible travel, including accessible transportation, accessible hotels, and accessible activities in County Clare Ireland, please read below.

LANGUAGE

The official languages of Ireland are Gaelic and English.

CURRENCY

The official currency in County Clare, Ireland is the Euro.

QUICKLINKS

LOGISTICS: Air – Water – Ground
ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels – Resorts
ENTERTAINMENT: Tours – Activities – Restaurants & Nightlife
EMERGENCY SERVICES: Hospitals – Medical Equipment
ABILITYTIPS: Precautions

COUNTY CLARE : Logistics

AIR TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORT

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FERRY

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GROUND TRANSPORTATION

TAXI

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SHUTTLE

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RENTAL CAR

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BUS

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TRAM

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TRAIN

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COUNTY CLARE : Accommodations

HOTELS

Tir Gan Ean House Hotel: The Gan Ean House Hotel is located in County Clare, a 45 minute drive from Ennis, and is an hour drive from Galway International Airport.

“The hotel has a room on the ground floor, which is wheelchair accessible. There is a lowered closet space with lower clothes rail, ample access around a queen size double bed and a fully compatible en suite bathroom – wheel in shower, grab bars, etc. This room is also interconnected to a single room which may be utilized for a helper, should one be required, yet separate rooms desired. The hotel also has a fully accessible public toilet. For more information about accessibility at this hotel, please contact info@tirganean.ie .” Becky, 2/23/2010

Vaughan Lodge Hotel:  The Vaughan Lodge Hotel is located near the seaside and golf course in Lahinch, County Clare, a 45 minute drive from Shannon Airport. For more information regarding accessibility, please contact the hotel directly to learn more info@vaughanlodge.ie.

“The Vaughan Lodge Hotel was built in 2005, and includes just one bedroom fully accessible for the physically challenged. The hotel offers access to all ground floor space for wheelchairs, and has no steps. The adapted room has a wheel in shower unit and has alarm call ropes for assistance, and all the grab rails required for an accessible room. The bathroom also has a flip down shower seat. The hotel also has one bathroom on the ground floor equipped with grab bars and rails as per regulations. The restaurant and Lounge Bar are fully accessible.” Michael, 2/25/2010

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LUXURY RESORTS

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COUNTY CLARE : Entertainment

SIGHTSEEING TOURS

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ACTIVITIES

Cliffs of Moher: The Cliffs of Moher offers beautiful views of the ocean from cliffs high above the sea. The entire area is fully accessible making it easy for everyone to capture breathtaking views.

Ennis: Ennis is a cute town off of N85, east of the Cliffs of Moher. While not well documented in the guide books, this town is very quaint and worth a visit. The main area offers a few hotels, shops, restaurants and an old friary. Again visitors must plan ahead for accommodations as most are not accessible.

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RESTAURANTS/NIGHTLIFE

The Brogan Pub (in Ennis): A great Pub Food spot located in the downtown area, this restaurant and bar was very accessible and offered great live music.

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COUNTY CLARE : Emergency Services

MEDICAL SERVICES/HOSPITAL

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EQUIPMENT RENTALS

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COUNTY CLARE : AbilityTips

PRECAUTIONS

Overall, the drives throughout this region are very scenic and while the roads can be narrow they are mostly in great shape. It is recommended to have a navigation system regardless to guide you on your journey.

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