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Things to do in Ireland

Things to do in  Ireland

Welcome to Ireland

Coastlines, castles, and hospitality abound on the Emerald Isle. Pucker up at the Blarney Stone; sip a stout in a thatched-roof pub, or after a tour of the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin; or feel the icy blast of the Atlantic at the Cliffs of Moher. Indisputable highlights include the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway, with its mysterious rows of hexagonal columns; the culture-rich cities of Galway and Cork; and the natural wonders contained by the Ring of Kerry. Roughly 300 miles long, the island can easily be explored end to end, with live music, ancient ruins, and traditional watering holes never too far away from any stop.

Top 15 attractions in Ireland

Cliffs of Moher

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Towering 702 feet (214 meters) above the Atlantic Ocean at their highest point and stretching for 5 miles (8 kilometers) along the water, the famed Cliffs of Moher define the rugged west coast of Ireland. They're also one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ireland, with tours available from Dublin, Galway, Cork, Limerick, Killarney, and Doolin.More

Trinity College Dublin

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One of Ireland’s most prestigious academic institutions, Trinity College Dublin, founded in the 16th-century, boasts alumni including literary legends such as Oscar Wilde, Bram Stoker, and Samuel Beckett. Tourists from the world over come to wander the historic cobblestoned campus in the city center and see the Book of Kells, a prized medieval manuscript housed in the Trinity College Library.More

Killarney National Park

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Killarney National Park, with idyllic lakes and ancient woodlands backed by the serrated MacGillycuddy’s Reeks mountains, is an area of stunning natural beauty. The park is also historically significant, with two heritage buildings on-site: Ross Castle, a 15th-century fortress-turned-hotel, and Muckross House, a stately Victorian estate.More

Giant's Causeway

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The Giant's Causeway is a cluster of approximately 40,000 basalt columns rising out of the sea on the Antrim Coast of Northern Ireland. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the area draws thousands of tourists each year who come to marvel at and photograph this natural wonder.More

Dublin Castle

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Dublin Castle has served many functions since it was built by King John of England in 1230. Originally a defense center against Norman invaders and the seat of the English government, it has since also been the site of the Royal Mint and police headquarters. Today, the castle grounds attract visitors and function as a venue for Irish government functions and ceremonies.More

Guinness Storehouse

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The 7-story, pint glass–shaped interior of the Guinness Storehouse, one of Ireland’s top visitor attractions, draws travelers from all corners of the world who want to see the birthplace of the famed dark beer and get a taste straight from the barrel. Highlights include multimedia exhibits and a complimentary pint.More

Temple Bar

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A compact cluster of crowded cobbled lanes, Temple Bar is an urban playground known for its nightlife. Once a rundown slum before artists and bohemian types—drawn by cheap rents—moved in, Dublin’s so-called cultural quarter has since been revamped. It is now home to galleries, vintage shops, cafés, cultural institutions, and a high concentration of pubs.More

The Book of Kells

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Dating back to 800 AD, the illuminated manuscript known as the Book of Kells is renowned for its extraordinary illustrations and ornamentations. Its intricate drawings incorporating Celtic and Christian traditions are a testament to the incredible craftsmanship of the medieval Irish monks believed to have created it while on the remote island of Iona in Scotland. Despite Viking raids, theft, and fights between various Irish and English factions, 680 astonishingly detailed vellum (calf-skin) pages of the book remain intact.More

The Burren

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Covering an area of more than 115 square miles (300 square kilometers), the Burren is a vast, otherworldly expanse of scarred and fissured limestone rock, naturally sculpted through acidic erosion. Though it may look barren from afar, this rocky plateau is anything but lifeless. In spring and summer, wildflowers and rare plants thrive here.More

House of Waterford Crystal

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Waterford Crystal, the prestigious brand behind New York City’s Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball and the chandeliers at Westminster Abbey, was founded back in 1783. These days, the public can visit the main crystal factory complex to observe skilled craftsmen blowing the molten crystal or browse a collection of dazzling crystal pieces.More

Molly Malone Statue

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The bronze Molly Malone Statue commemorates the young woman featured in the local ballad, 'Cockles and Mussels'. As the song goes, this beautiful woman plied her trade as a fishmonger through the streets where her statue now rests, until she suddenly died of a fever. As a nod to the folk song, a statue was erected on the corner of Grafton and Suffolk streets and unveiled at the 1988 Dublin Millennium celebrations.This tune has been adopted as Dublin's unofficial anthem, boosting this heroine to eternal fame. Though there is debate as to whether or not a Molly Malone like the one in the song ever existed, she is real to the people of Dublin and is remembered both in song as well as on June 13, National Molly Malone Day. The statue also acts as a popular rendezvous spot for groups as the beautiful bosomy woman with her cart cannot be missed.More

Christ Church Cathedral

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Established as a small Viking church in the 11th century, this magnificent cathedral was rebuilt in stone in the 12th century under orders from Norman knight, Strongbow, whose tomb is now held here. In the late 19th century, it was given a neo-Gothic makeover, though original elements including the 12th-century crypt remain.More

Jameson Distillery Bow St.

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For nearly 200 years, this distillery produced one of Ireland’s leading whiskeys, before Jameson—together with other producers—moved operations to a purpose-built facility in Middleton, County Cork, in the 1970s. Now, the Jameson Distillery Bow St. has been revamped as a visitor center showcasing the history and heritage of the brand.More

Gallarus Oratory

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Go inside Ireland’s best-preserved early Christian church during a visit to the Gallarus Oratory on the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry. Many travelers stop at Gallarus Oratory as part of the scenic Slea Head Drive, and a nearby visitor center shows a short presentation about the history and architecture of the landmark.More

Cork English Market

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Dating from 1788, Cork English Market is among Ireland’s finest foodie destinations. Set inside a Victorian heritage building with a vaulted ceiling, the market is filled with vendors selling the finest and freshest of local produce, from grass-fed beef and smoked salmon to homemade jam, duck eggs, and fresh fruit and vegetables.More
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Top activities in Ireland

Cliffs of Moher Tour Including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway City from Dublin
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Northern Ireland Highlights Day Trip Including Giant's Causeway from Dublin
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Fast-track Easy Access Book of Kells Tour with Dublin Castle
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Skip the Line Guinness and Jameson Irish Whiskey Experience Tour in Dublin
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Kilkenny, Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough, Sheep Dog Trials, Day Trip from Dublin
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Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Galway Bay Rail Tour from Dublin
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Irish Food Trail - Walking Tour of Dublin
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Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Dublin

Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Dublin

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What people are saying about Ireland

Wonderful- can’t be beat!
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Terrilyn_D
, May 2023
Wonderful- can’t be beat!
Wonderful way to see the West side of Ireland and the Cliffs of Moher!
Great views
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p98hvvbnsf
, May 2023
Great views
It does go rather quickly so it’s useful to know what exactly you want to see each time you stop so that you can do that first, especially in Galway.
A MUST DO!
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Meghan_G
, May 2023
A MUST DO!
Beautiful sceneary and great way to see the beauties of Ireland!
A piece of Ireland in a day
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Crystal_J
, May 2023
A piece of Ireland in a day
There isn’t a better way to see Ireland quite like this tour.
great experience
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Ivan_A
, May 2023
great experience
The Cliffs of Moher are a must to see if visiting Ireland.
Great solo experience
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Cindy_A
, May 2023
Great solo experience
Great if you’re traveling solo and want to see a lot of Ireland !
This tour is the perfect...
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Rebecca_B
, May 2023
This tour is the perfect...
Definitely the easiest and best way to see some Northern Ireland highlights.
This day tour was great...
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Gisselle_M
, May 2023
This day tour was great...
was lovely and checked on us during our ride to see if we were okay.
Great tour
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Jasmine_S
, May 2023
Great tour
Enjoyed the Dunlance castle, Giant’s Causeway, and stopping in Belfast to see the titanic museum.
Must see!
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RoselynBennett
, May 2023
Must see!
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to see Ireland at its best!
Nice day trip to Dingle peninsula
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Debbie_E
, May 2023
Nice day trip to Dingle peninsula
unfortunately the weather was quite foggy and we didn’t get to see some me of the sights along the way, but Mike was a great tour guide and told us a bit of Ireland history and some stories which made the trip enjoyable.
Walking the gap of Dunloe
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Misti_N
, May 2023
Walking the gap of Dunloe
You get to see the beauty of Ireland.
Best scenery I've every...
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Steven_G
, May 2023
Best scenery I've every...
Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wishes to visit Ireland
Great tour May 2023
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Loralee_A
, May 2023
Great tour May 2023
This tour is a great way to see the city of Dublin.
Spectacular Service
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Owen_M
, Apr 2023
Spectacular Service
Countless suggestions of things to do in Dublin and throughout Ireland.
Driver was polite and...
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Andrew_C
, Apr 2023
Driver was polite and...
I felt I got to see all the highlights of southern Ireland.
Best of Ireland in a nutshell
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Annelien_S
, Apr 2023
Best of Ireland in a nutshell
Fantastic way to see a little bit of everything there is to see in Ireland.