O'Brien's Tower

Adds a point of interest to the cliffs themselves, but the view from the top is terrible. The way it's designed really doesn't let you see the cliffs at all, you have to peer through tiny spaces in the wall and its almost impossible to take a decent picture. They also let about 30 people up at a time and they are all crowding around the 3 spaces that actually give a view of the cliffs. Honestly, standing at the bottom of the tower gives just as good of a view as going to the top, so if it's going to be a 30min wait I wouldn't bother. No additional ticket is required to get up the tower itself once you have paid for the cliffs of Moher entrance.

The iconic 1835 lookout tower at the Cliffs of Moher, built by Cornelius O’Brien — a local landlord with a flair for eccentric “tourism projects” who believed bringing visitors here would “benefit the people and bring cash into the area.” Climb to the top for panoramic views of the Atlantic, the Aran Islands, and Connemara on a clear day. Worth knowing: outside of official opening hours, the gates are open — you can visit before 8am or after closing for free. It’s quieter then too, without the crowds, which makes the experience even more special. During the day there’s a entry fee that covers carpark, entry to tower and visitors centre, but the views (and the photos) are hard to beat.

The tower was built on the cliffs in 1835 by local landlord and MP Cornelius O'Brien as an observation tower for the tourists who frequented the cliffs at the time: "strangers visiting the Magnificent Scenery of this neighbourhood". It is said to have initially served as a "teahouse", featuring a large round table with seats of ironwor

O’Brien’s Tower is a must-visit landmark at the Cliffs of Moher. Built in 1835 by Cornelius O’Brien as a viewing point for tourists, the tower offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Aran Islands, and the Twelve Bens of Connemara on clear days.  The tower is located near the main viewing platform and is accessible via a short walk from the visitor centre. The climb is relatively easy and rewards you with breathtaking vistas.

A charming spot with incredible panoramic views! Climbing to the top makes the Cliffs of Moher experience even more magical — like stepping into a postcard. Totally worth the visit! 🫶🌊

Great way to get up and view the Cliffs of Mohr

You don’t need to pay the 15€ the visitor center is asking if you park outside their parking.

Absolutely stunning views of the cliffs. Pay for parking across the street. There is a small gift shop and some food/restrooms in the hillside. I think there are other shops open during peak months. There is a ramp for wheelchair access for some of the viewing points. There’s a narrow path to one of the peaks that is gravel.