Cliffs of Moher Boat Tour

Did you know the best way to see the Cliffs of Moher is from the sea?

The Cliffs of Moher are one of the most iconic locations in the entire country but if extreme views from dizzying heights give you the heebie-jeebies, visiting the Cliffs isn’t entirely off the list. Some of us prefer to stay at sea level! Have you considered the advantages of seeing Cliffs of Moher from a very different angle?

On an Aran Island Ferry, you can cruise alongside the cliffs calmly and comfortably and witness the natural spectacle from the sea! A new view and a new perspective to enjoy the scenery from.

Cliffs of Moher Sites on Boat Tour

More Stunning Cliffs of Moher Sites Visible from the Sea

  1. An Branán Mór


    No doubt Clare’s most famous sea stack, An Branán Mór, loosely translates as The Big Prince or The Big Rook, maybe due to its chess piece shape. Located just below O’Brien’s Tower, this solitary sea stack sits alone in the waves just off the coast. Viewing An Branán Mór is significantly more accessible from sea level, where the cliffside remnant's dramatic height and obscure shape can be truly appreciated!

  2. O’Brien’s Tower


    O’Brien’s Tower is a stone round tower built by local landlord Cornelius O' Brien in 1865. Some say the tower was constructed to woo a woman; others say that O Brien wished to create a tourist attraction along the impressive stretch of cliffs. He did install a viewing platform, after all. Whatever the backstory, the tower makes a beautiful sight on the sprawling cliff face when viewed from the sea.

  3. Hags Head


    Hags Head is a rock formation that marks the southerly-most point of the Cliffs of Moher. The rock resembles an old woman's face and has many legends attached to it, including one about a sea witch named Mal who chased her love across the country to County Clare, where he skipped away upon the sea stacks. Mal was not so nimble and fell to her death, forming the Hags Head. Also visible from the sea in this area: a natural arch, the ruins of a tower and Mothar, the old promontory fort which gave the region its name!

  4. Wildlife


    While the sheer number and variety of bird life are impressive at the Cliffs of Moher, birdwatching is just as bountiful from the sea. Add in the possibility of friendly seals, playful dolphins, and other ocean mammals on our boaut cruise from Galway City.

When planning your West of Ireland itinerary, consider including an Aran Islands Ferry Galway City departure tour to Inis Mór and cruising back to dry land via the Cliffs of Moher. You might see more than you could ever imagine!