The Burren Birds of Prey Centre, near Ballyvaughan in County Clare, is a specialist conservation and education centre focused on native and international raptor species. Visitors can see hawks, falcons, owls and eagles up close and learn about their behaviour, habitats and conservation. Daily flying demonstrations show trained birds in flight, helping explain hunting techniques and adaptation. The centre is set beside the Aillwee Burren Experience, making it an easy stop while exploring the Burren landscape. It is a relatively compact attraction, usually visited in one to two hours, and suits visitors interested in wildlife, conservation and hands-on learning experiences.
Baby Stroller Friendly
Baby Changing Facilities
Wheelchair Accessible
Family Friendly - children will enjoy seeing the birds in flight.
Universally Accessible - most of the site should be easily accessible for visitors.
Easily Accessible Parking with reserved bays
Pets: not suitable around birds of prey. Assistance/guide dogs: listed as allowed by Visit Clare; confirm directly with Aillwee in advance due to free-flying birds and animal welfare rules.
Burren Birds of Prey Centre is part of Aillwee Burren Experience (Ballycahill, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare). Flying displays are outdoors with free-flying birds, so times can change in extreme weather.
Aillwee publishes opening in date ranges (seasonal). Current listings include daily opening blocks and specific notices (for example, the centre was closed during 5 January 2026 – 13 February 2026 due to construction). Check the live “Opening Times & Prices” page before travelling.
Flying displays are scheduled daily at:
11:30am
1:30pm
3:30pm
Aillwee Burren Experience ticket prices listed are:
Adult: €27
Child (5–17): €17 (4 and under free)
Student: €25
OAP: €25
Family: €61 (2A & 1C), €71 (2A & 2C), €81 (2A & 3C), €91 (2A & 4C)
Allow 1–2 hours for the Birds of Prey Centre element (aviaries + one flying display). If combining with cave tour/food stops, allow longer.
Free on-site car parking is available.
Partially accessible overall (Aillwee).
Toilets and wheelchair-accessible toilets are listed on-site, plus baby changing.
Pets: not suitable around birds of prey.
Assistance/guide dogs: listed as allowed by Visit Clare; confirm directly with Aillwee in advance due to free-flying birds and animal welfare rules.
Takeaway refreshments are available from the Farmshop/Coffee Stop. Picnic benches are listed on-site.
Dress for Burren weather. The flying display is outdoors, and conditions can affect the show.
A hearing loop and closed captions are not stated in the published visitor information for the Birds of Prey Centre. For visitors who rely on hearing supports, contact Aillwee directly before visiting.
Big birds, close viewing, and a structured flying display keep attention far better than a standard “walk-and-read” attraction.
The centre positions itself around education and conservation work (including vulture conservation projects), with staff-led interpretation rather than passive exhibits.
For visitors who prefer something organised (fixed display times, clear start/end), it works well alongside a Burren drive-day without committing to long walks.
Fair-weather-only visitors: displays are outdoors and can be affected by extreme weather.
