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Cliffs of Moher boat tour from Doolin
The cliffs cruise itself, from $34 with free cancellation.
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Cliffs from the sea
Look up at the full height of the cliffs
Cliffs of Moher at a glance
- Cruise length
- 45 min to 1 h*
- Season
- March to October*
- Cruise from
- $34 (GetYourGuide)*
- Pier parking
- €1 (up to 2 h)*
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Sources: Doolin Ferry Co, GetYourGuide (as of 25 Oct 2026).
The cruise leaves Doolin Pier and runs along the foot of the cliffs and back in 45 minutes to an hour. Boats sail every day from March to October, and ferries from the same pier reach Inis Oírr in 15 minutes.
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Cliff cruises and island trips
The Doolin cruise, Galway days with a crossing, and a bike tour of Inis Oírr.
Cliffs of Moher boat tour from Doolin
Rated 4.4 out of 5. 925 reviews45 min to 1 h
The cruise out of Doolin Pier along the base of the cliffs, with free cancellation.
from $34
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Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher with a cliffs cruise, from Galway
Coach from Galway to Doolin, ferry to an Aran island, then the cruise along the foot of the cliffs.
from €84
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Inisheer, Doolin and the Cliffs of Moher from Galway
Galway day that pairs Inis Oírr, the smallest Aran island, with Doolin and a cliffs cruise.
from €80
Check priceAran Islands and Cliffs of Moher tour and cruise from Galway
Galway to Doolin, a crossing to an Aran island and the cliffs cruise on the way back.
from $90
Check priceInisheer bike tour with tea and scones, from Doolin
Ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírr and a guided bike loop of the island.
from €125
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The Doolin cliffs cruise
Doolin Ferry Co runs the cruise from Doolin Pier, about 5 miles north of the Visitor Centre. Check in 30 minutes before you sail, or an hour before in peak season. Dogs can come aboard; cars can’t. GetYourGuide sells the cruise from $34 with free cancellation, rated 4.4 from 925 reviews.
| Tour | From (per person) | Rating (reviews) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cliffs of Moher boat tour from Doolin1 | $34 | 4.4 (925) | 45 min to 1 h |
| Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher with a cliffs cruise, from Galway2 | €84 | 4.8 (2,746) | 10 h |
| Inisheer, Doolin and the Cliffs of Moher from Galway3 | €80 | 4.9 (2,013) | 10 h 30 min |
| Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher tour and cruise from Galway4 | $90 | 4.8 (3,890) | 10.5 h |
| Inisheer bike tour with tea and scones, from Doolin5 | €125 | 5.0 (270) | 5 h |
Aran Islands from Doolin
The same pier has ferries to all three Aran Islands. Doolin Ferry Co sells combined tickets that add the cliffs cruise to an island trip.
| Island | Crossing |
|---|---|
| Inis Oírr (Inisheer) | 15 min |
| Inis Meáin (Inishmaan) | 25 min |
| Inis Mór (Inishmore) | 35 min |
You can’t fit all three islands into one day. Inis Oírr is the closest, and the Viator bike tour from Doolin spends 5 hours there, from €125.
Day trips from Galway
If you’re staying in Galway, three tours bundle the coach, the ferry and the cruise. The Viator tour with a cliffs cruise costs from €84 for 10 hours. The Inisheer tour costs from €80 for 10 h 30 min.
The Galway tours page compares them with the Burren days.
Parking at the pier
| Stay | Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 hours | €1 |
| 2 to 30 hours | €5 |
| 30 hours to 1 week | €15 |
The bus from Galway also stops in Doolin; times are on the getting there page. To sleep near the pier, see where to stay. Admission to the cliff top is priced on the tickets page.
Questions about Cliffs of Moher
How long is the Cliffs of Moher boat tour?
45 minutes to 1 hour, per Doolin Ferry Co. It leaves from and returns to Doolin Pier.
When does the Cliffs of Moher cruise run?
Seven days a week from March to October, per Doolin Ferry Co.
How much is the Cliffs of Moher boat tour?
From $34 per person on GetYourGuide, rated 4.4 from 925 reviews (read 25 October 2026).
Can I combine the cruise with the Aran Islands?
Yes. Doolin Ferry Co sells combined tickets with any of the three islands. You can't visit all three in one day.
Where do I park for the Doolin ferry?
At Doolin Pier, a Clare County Council pay and display: €1 for up to 2 hours, €5 for 2 to 30 hours and €15 for up to a week. The Park Magic app works there.
