Ballyvaughan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Burren which includes tranquil scenes and wild flowers
The Burren showing tranquil scenes
Ballyvaughan
Photo by Karen Grubb
Photo by Karen Grubb
Photo by Jazzinto
Photo by Jazzinto

Where to stay in Ballyvaughan

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Newtown

Though Newtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aillwee Cave and Fanore Beach.

Newtown
Cappabhaile House

Cappabhaile House

3 out of 5
Burren, Ballyvaughan, County Clare
The price is AU$266 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$266
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly B&B in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (399 reviews)
"Wonderful. Friendly staff. Spacious room with country atmosphere. A tea table by the picture window looking out to a view of a castle ruin. Host offered a map and books about the area."

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Cappabhaile House
The Waters Country House

The Waters Country House

3.5 out of 5
Newtown, Ballyvaughan, Ireland
The price is AU$292 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$292
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (368 reviews)
"This was a beautiful bed and breakfast. Wolfgang is the sweetest man you'll meet and greeted everyone like they're family. They provide a scrumptious homemade breakfast that includes fresh baked bread, eggs, bacon, and so much more. You won't be disappointed by the options. We wish we could have ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

The Waters Country House
Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren

Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren

Ballyvaughan
The price is AU$267 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$267
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Aillwee Cave are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Quirky well decorated thought out property. Friendly cat (Pax)"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren
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Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren

Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren

Ballyvaughan
Stay at this vacation home in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Aillwee Cave are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Quirky well decorated thought out property. Friendly cat (Pax)"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren
Dolmen Cottage

Dolmen Cottage

3.5 out of 5
Ballyvaughan
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Caherconnell Stone Fort and Poulnabrone Dolmen are ...
What a gem!
"Very private, peaceful cottage in a perfect central position for exploring the area. Clean, airy, well-stocked and comfortable. We had an amazing week and would book it again"

Reviewed on 15 Sep. 2023

Dolmen Cottage
Beautiful orchard cabin near ballyvaughan in Clare.

Beautiful orchard cabin near ballyvaughan in Clare.

Clare
Stay at this cabin in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Aillwee Cave are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"Beautiful cabin that had everything we needed for our stay. This was a convenient location and was walking distanceto the center of town. Would definitely stay again in the future."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Beautiful orchard cabin near ballyvaughan in Clare.
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Popular places to visit

Aillwee Cave

Aillwee Cave

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Aillwee Cave, a lovely green space in Ballyvaughan. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Aillwee Cave
Poulnabrone Dolmen

Poulnabrone Dolmen

You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a stop at Poulnabrone Dolmen. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

Poulnabrone Dolmen
Caherconnell Stone Fort

Caherconnell Stone Fort

You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a trip to Caherconnell Stone Fort. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

Caherconnell Stone Fort

Newtown Castle

Newtown Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballyvaughan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Newtown Castle

Corcomcoe Abbey

You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a visit to Corcomcoe Abbey. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or seek out the local tours.

Corcomcoe Abbey

Burren Birds of Prey Centre

Enjoy an outing to Burren Birds of Prey Centre during your stay in Ballyvaughan. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Burren Birds of Prey Centre

Activities

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

AU$116
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

AU$26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite

Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite

AU$43
per adult
Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe's Largest Stalactite
Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$38
per adult
City Sightseeing Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Galway: Trad on the Prom Ticket with Irish Music and Dancing

Galway: Trad on the Prom Ticket with Irish Music and Dancing

AU$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway: Trad on the Prom Ticket with Irish Music and Dancing
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$15
per adult
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Cities near Ballyvaughan

Kinvara showing boating, a river or creek and sailing

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