Kilfenora City of Crosses Guided Village Tour
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About the Activity
The Burren Visitor Centre is a not-for-profit community cooperative which has been run and managed by the people of the Burren for the last 50 years. This Experience: A Premium Guided Village Tour of Kilfenora, City of Crosses, and its ancient history, including a tour of Kilfenora Cathedral, St Fachnan’s Church, the High Crosses, and other notable sites of interest. Also included with this Experience is a ticket to the self-guided Burren Exhibition, Kilfenora Céilí Band Exhibition, the short film by naturalist Éamon de Buitléar on The Burren Landscape as well as access to the Centre's comprehensive Digital Story Trails via QR code (headphones must be worn and are not provided).1 hour 30 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Audio Tour of the Kilfenora Ceili Band Exhibition
Access to the Burren Visitor Centre Digital Story Trails
Guided Tour of Kilfenora Cathedral (exterior)
Guided Village Walking Tour of Kilfenora, City of Crosses
Entrance to The Burren Exhibition
Short Film Presentation on The Burren Landscape by Eamon de Buitlear
Guided Tour of Kilfenora's High Crosses
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Kilfenora
Kilfenora, IrelandDiscover the fascinating history of Kilfenora, smallest city in the world, known as the City of Crosses due to it boasting the greatest concentration of ancient high crosses in Ireland. Not only has this picturesque village its own medieval Cathedral dating back to 1058, but it also claims the Pope as Bishop. This captivating guided tour takes in the unique archaeology, legends, folklore and the history of a village which has been the hub of ecclesiastical inception, unique farming practices and, in more modern times, a forerunner for environmental tourism. 50 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Kilfenora Cathedral & Crosses
Kilfenora, IrelandSt Fachnan founded a monastery here in the 6th century. In 1058 the Cathedral was built and the seat of Kilfenora diocese was born, the smallest in the country - and where the Pope remains the bishop. Take in the spiritual elements hidden amongst the ruins and landscapes of the ‘City’, including the Holy Well, the High Crosses and the Spirituality of a Landscape that goes back to the Stone Age10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
The Burren Visitor Centre
The Burren Visitor Centre, Kilfenora, Ireland, V95 W523The Village Tour also includes access to The Burren Exhibition which introduces visitors to one of nature's most extraordinary phenomena, covering the geology, formation, fauna and array of flowers, where native species flourish alongside Arctic, Alpine and Mediterranean plants. It also covers the history of the Burren people, their monuments, archaeology and culture. An exclusive short film by naturalist, Éamon de Buitléar, splendidly presents the Burren Landscape while a Digital Story Trail is available via QR code. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Meet at the Burren Visitor Centre Information DeskView Location
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Meet at the Burren Visitor Centre Information DeskView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
Tickets can be redeemed from location other than the starting pointPlease check in for your tour at the Information Desk. Access to the Burren Exhibition can be made before or after the Guided Village Tour.Redemption LocationsCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Dublin time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by The Burren Visitor CentreCreated on 20 Mar 2025Created on 08 Apr 2025
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