Lisdoonvarna is famous for its spa wells, traditional music, and the long standing September Matchmaker Festival. It is considered the "Gateway to the Burren". Informative sites include Visiting Lisdoonvarna (facebook page) and History of Lisdoonvarna.
Lisdoonvarna is featured in the Christy Moore song by the same same, Lisdoonvarna, chronicling the annual folk music festivals held from 1978 to 1983.