Places to Visit In Ireland

There are four ways to visit the Gap of Dunloe. Option 1: Walk 6.21mi/10km there and back. Option 2: Rent a bike in Killarney. Option 3: Drive it early in the morning, before the big crowds arrive. Option 4: take the boat, which will “drive you” to tour the Gap of Dunloe, and will bring you back to Killarney.

Source: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/the-gap-of-dunloe/

Ireland’s largest distillery and produces many well-known Whiskey brands, such as Jameson, Midleton, Powers, Redbreast, Writers Tears, The Irishman, Green Spot, and Yellow Spot. This distillery has 250 bottles, and produces 64,000,000.

For more information go to https://www.whisky.com/whisky-database/distilleries/details/midleton.html

This is the same place where the “Titanic” was designed, built and launched, Titanic Belfast tells the story of “Titanic” from her conception, through her construction and launch to her maiden voyage and subsequent place in history.

Source: https://www.titanicbelfast.com/

Blennerville Windmill is a fully restored 18th-century windmill located on the Wild Atlantic Way (N86) near Tralee, Co. Kerry. The working windmill is now the centrepiece of a large visitor experience which also includes displays on the history of milling, Blennerville’s role as a famine emigrant port and a model railway exhibition on the famous Tralee & Dingle line. Our passionate team of experts is committed to providing an unforgettable experience for every guest.

We offer a one-of-a-kind experience that combines history, engineering and stunning scenery. Our fully restored windmill provides a fascinating glimpse into the past and our expert guides will ensure that your visit is both informative and entertaining. Don’t miss your chance to experience the wonder of the Blennerville Windmill Centre.

Source: https://blennerville-windmill.ie/

County Kerry is home to Ireland’s highest mountain and mountain pass. Did you know that the first transatlantic telegraph cable also traveled from County Kerry to North America? County Kerry is home to Ireland’s oldest thatched cottage. You can find the world’s oldest footprints here, and County Kerry is home to Ireland’s oldest traditional fair.

Source: https://www.irishcentral.com/travel/county-kerry-fun-facts

Kylemore Abbey is a haven of history, beauty, and serenity. Home to a Benedictine order of Nuns for the past 100 years, Kylemore Abbey welcomes visitors from all over the world each year to embrace the magic of the magnificent 1,000-acre estate.

Source: https://www.kylemoreabbey.com/

Drive along the famous Causeway Coast, and one stunning site leads to another.

The craggy castle ruins of Dunluce Castle, the pale cream sands of Whiterocks Beach or the stunning views of the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge are just some of the fine attractions. But as you weave along this great driving route, one sight jumps out as truly spectacular: the Giant’s Causeway.

Stand on the hills that gently arc this unique place and you’ll look down on thousands of basalt columns tumbling down into the Atlantic Ocean. It’s an epic sight, with a whopping 40,000 or so of these hexagonal-shaped stepping stones, which date back to a volcanic age almost 60 million years ago.

Source: https://www.ireland.com/en-us/things-to-do/attractions/giants-causeway/

Over the years The Duke of York in Belfast’s Commercial Court has been the life of the city. The court yard itself and the nearby adjoining streets bear witness to the commitment made by Willie Jack to celebrate the life and characters of this great city and country. Outstanding murals, street signage, Belfast memorabilia and hundreds of old Belfast photos now adorn the streets to make it one of the most “must see” places in the city. Visited by many and missed by few, there is something here for everyone.

Source: https://dukeofyorkbelfast.com/venues/duke-of-york/

The Marble Arch Caves is a major tourist attraction, set in the picturesque foothills of Cuilcagh Mountain, just a short journey from the island town of Enniskillen in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland.

The landscape encompassing the Marble Arch Caves was formed over 340 million years ago. Today this natural environment of caves, rivers, mountains, ancient woodlands, waterfalls and gorges offer an opportunity for visitors to enjoy the incredible range of activities and experiences the Marble Arch Caves have to offer.

Source: https://marblearchcaves.co.uk/

One of the oldest and certainly the best covered market in Europe, it has survived famine, flood, war, fires, and multiple recessions to remain a strong part of Cork’s retail environment. 

Significant to the City as a commercial asset, the building is also architecturally significant so is valued as a heritage and tourist attraction. Renowned as a food market, it is an important part of food culture in Cork, with an emphasis on fresh, local produce with traditional Cork foods as well as an array of international delights. The stallholders are local and independent food producers or retailers, often with generations of families working in the Market. The traditional serve-over-counter stall trading also ensures that the service to the customer is personal and unique. The reputation and history of the market has attracted thousands visitors each year – heads of state, celebrities and tourists from across the globe have come to see the market.

Source: https://www.corkcity.ie/en/english-market/

Come visit the Trinity College Library, during the week between 8am and 6pm. Inside is housed the Book of Kells – a 9th-century gospel manuscript famous throughout the world. Visitors are welcomed by our friendly staff seven days a week.

Visitors enter through the Library Shop and proceed to the Book of Kells “Turning Darkness into Light” exhibition; then to the Treasury where a volume of the Book of Kells and other related manuscripts are on view; then proceed upstairs to the magnificent Long Room which houses 200,000 of the Library’s oldest books in its oak bookcases. Exhibitions are held in the Long Room to display the rich holdings of the Library and encourage further research. Visitors can take a Trinity Tour of campus which includes entry to the Book of Kells and exhibitions, or enjoy the Trinity Experience – some of the many wonderful things for visitors to enjoy at Trinity College Dublin.

Source: https://www.tcd.ie/library/old-library/

Named 3rd Best Garden in the World by National Geographic. If you enjoy the finer things in life, step into the magical world of Powerscourt Estate, conveniently located just 30 minutes from Dublin. Explore our 47 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and experience the grandeur of the magnificent mansion house. Then, indulge in the very best of Irish design and dining to round out your day.

Source: https://powerscourt.com/

Welcome to Dublin Castle! Constructed in the early thirteenth century on the site of a Viking settlement, Dublin Castle served for centuries as the headquarters of English, and later British, administration in Ireland. In 1922, following Ireland’s independence, Dublin Castle was handed over to the new Irish government. It is now a major government complex and a key tourist attraction.

Source: https://www.dublincastle.ie/

The first rope bridge was first erected by salmon fishermen in 1755. Suspended almost 100 feet above the Atlantic Ocean, the exhilarating rope bridge crosses a 20-metre-wide chasm connecting to the rocky island of Carrick-A-Rede. The rope bridge is a 1km walk from the car park with steps and uneven terrain.

Source: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/carrick-a-rede

Create magical memories that will last a lifetime. One of Ireland’s favourite visitor experiences, the Cliffs of Moher tower over the rugged West Clare coast. Walk the safe, paved pathways and view the famous Cliffs on Europe’s western frontier and enjoy the spectacular vistas over the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands.

Source: https://www.cliffsofmoher.ie/