Ireland Travel Guide

Must see & do attractions

The Copper Coast

The Copper Coast in County Waterford is known as a Unesco Global Geopark (https://coppercoastgeopark.com/) . The reason why the area which stretches from Fenor to Stradbally is known as a Unesco Global Geopark is that the area and it's landscape is of international geological significance.

The Rock of Cashel

The Rock of Cashel contains a spectacular group of Medieval buildings which are set on an outcrop of limestone in the Golden Vale.

The buildings include the 12th century round tower, High Cross and Romanesque Chapel, 13th century Gothic cathedral, 15th century Castle and the restored Hall of the Vicars Choral.

Cliffs of Moher:

The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's most visited tourist attractions. They are located in co.Clare along the Wild Atlantic Way.
So what are the main facts about the Cliffs:

a) They are designated as a special protected area (SPA) under the EU Birds Directive 1979.
b) The cliffs are the home to Ireland's largest mainland seabird nesting colony.
c) They rise up to 214m at the highest point
d) They cover a range of 8km
e) Beneath the cliffs if the famous Aileen's wave, producing up to 30ft waves
f) One of the sea caves at the bottom of the cliffs was used in Harry potter & the half blood prince

Cliffs of Moher

The Dingle Peninsula

The Dingle peninsula is just stunning. From the amazing scenery at Slea Head and Dunquin pier to the fabulous Blasket visitor centre, the views across the Atlantic are just fabulous.
Visit the Gallarus Oratory or visit Dingle weith its fabulous restaurants and shops, or drive across the spectacular Conor pass admiring the views as far as County Clare.

Slea Head

Gallarus Oratory, Dingle

Dunquin pier

The Skellig Islands

The skellig Islands are Skellig Michael and small skellig. The islands are a designated UNESCO world heritage site. Where Skellig Michael is renowned for it's well preserved monastic outpost which can be reached by climbing 600 steps, small skellig is famous for it's colonies of breeding birds.
The skelligs are even more famous now due to the fact that they featured in the Star Wars movie: The force awakens

Website: http://www.skelligexperience.com/skellig-michael/

Connemara

Connemara is a region on the Atlantic Coast of County Galway. The area has still some parts (Gaeltacht) where Irish is the primary language. Connemara is home to stunning scenery, golden beaches and barren mountains.
The Twelve Bens mountain range provides the backdrop to beautiful lakes and rivers, some of them home to salmon and trout.

Beach in Connemara

Bru Na Boinne

A must visit tourist attraction is the world heritage site of Bru na Boinne. Located within a bend of the river Boyne are the famous prehistoric passage tombs of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth.
The visitor centre is home to a fully interactive visitor experience where you are able to explore the Neolithic culture, landscape and monuments.

Ring of Kerry

The ring of Kerry is one of the most popular drives in Ireland. The winding road opens up to amazing vistas across the Atlantic. From the golden beaches to the many attractions, it isn't hard to see why this is a firm favourite with the many tourist visiting the emerald isle.

Guinness Storehouse

The Guinness Storehouse is Ireland's most visited tourist attraction. It is home to the black stuff ("Guinness"). immerge yourself into 7 floors of interactive experiences which explain the history and brewing process of the famous Guinness.
On the top floor, you can sample a well deserved pint of Guinness in the famous gravity bar where you can enjoy your pint and the amazing views of Dublin city.

website: https://www.guinness-storehouse.com

Malin Head

Malin Head, Ireland's most Northerly point will bring you rugged coastlines, tatched cottages and the nearby lovely Five Finger Beach. Malin Head was used as a film location for the new Star Wars movie "The Last Jedi".
Since then, it has gained popularity with tourists and daytrippers. Park your car and close to the old Military watchtower and walk towards Hell's Hole, it is worth the effort.

The Wild Atlantic Way

The Wild Atlantic Way is one of the worlds most spectacular driving routes. The route is 2500km in lenght and stretches from Malin Head in Co.Donegal to kinsale in Co.Cork.
The route winds it's way along the rugged, wild Atlantic Coast and provides the scenery, food and hospitality you should at least experience ones in your life.

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Most spectacular walk

The Kerry Way:

With it's 214km distance, the Kerry Way is one of Ireland's longest signposted walking trails. It starts in and ends in Killarney. it loops around the Iveragh Peninsula and passes through some of Ireland's most spectacular landscape.

Website: http://www.kerryway.com/

Must try dish

Seafood Showder with Soda Bread

Seafood Showder is a meal in itself. A thick seafood soup containing salmon,cod or any other fish. Served with Irish sodabread, it is a fantastic soup to fill you up for the day.

Irish Stew

Off course we have to have Irish Stew in our list. Irish stew is a hearty meal made from a variety of meat and root vegetables. As a meat, it can contain lamb or mutton, potatoes, onions, carrots. The content really depends on the chef and what they like to add to the stew.

Toughest sports events

The Kerry Way Ultra

The Kerry Way Ultra is a 200km ultra marathon which runs over 2 days and 1 night in September where athletes try to run the entire lenght of the Kerry way without stopping.

Website: http://www.kerrywayultra.com/