Shannon in Ireland's County Clare is an ideal base from which to explore the appealing southwestern region of the Emerald Isle. Shannon is accessible by road and there are excellent air links to the Shannon International Airport from across the UK, Europe and North America. Shannon - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - King John's Castle - Bunratty Castle & Folk Park - Clare Museum - Cratloe Woods & House - Mooghaun Bronze Age Hill Fort - Atlantic Airventure - Quin Abbey - Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum - Nature Trails of Aughinish - Cliffs of Moher - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places to Stay - Gallows View - Dunaree - Moloney's - Oak Wood Arms Hotel - Carrygerry Country House - Places to Eat & Drink - Shannon Knights - Durty Nelly's - Cafe Noir - Weavers Inn - Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet - Places to Shop - Sky Court - Ballymorris Pottery - Ballycasey Craft & Design Centre - Gift Venue (Belleek Pottery) - Milk Market