A beautiful coastal town located on Northern Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way and part of County Antrim, Portrush dates back to around the 12th or 13th century. Formerly a fishing village, it is now one of the most popular resorts in the region. There’s plenty of extraordinary attractions in and around Portrush – from historic castles …
Glengarriff is located on the breathtaking Bantry Bay, where the mountains meet the sea. It links the towns of Bantry and Kenmare and known for its scenic areas. Since the 1700s, Glengarriff has been known as a holiday destination, attracting royalty and literary figures. It remains to be a must-visit in Ireland to make your …
The Great Blasket Island is the largest among the Blasket Islands, which are the westernmost islands off the coast of Ireland. This island measures roughly 3 kilometers by 1 kilometer (2 miles by ½ mile) and is predominantly rocky. It is also the westernmost point of Europe and has a long, fascinating history. Even with …
Kinsale is a town in County Cork, Ireland. Originally a medieval fishing port, historic Kinsale is one of the most picturesque and historic towns on the south-west coast of Ireland. Kinsale has a beautiful set of long waterfront, yacht-filled harbor, narrow winding streets, and brightly painted galleries, shops, and houses. READ MORE: Best Hotels In Kinsale. …
Dingle in Ireland is a small port town in Dingle Peninsula, about 4 hours away from Dublin. It is one of the scenic stops in Ring of Kerry along with Kenmare and Killarney. Dingle is known for its rugged scenery, trails, and sandy beaches. READ MORE: Best Hotels In Dingle. If you are interested to …
A region practically surrounded by bodies of water on all sides, County Clare offers visitors a diverse and rich number of attractions. Historical villages with either a quirky dance festival or the best traditional Irish music, stunning limestone areas and cliffs, beautiful open museums, and even islands that take you back in time – County …
A county that’s part of the Midlands Region and is also located in the province of Leinster, Offaly largely comprises a flat landscape and is known for its extensive bog and peatlands. Its location and topography seem literally flat and uninteresting, but Offaly has diverse and quirky attractions for visitors. With some of them even …
Despite its proximity to the capital city of Dublin, Wicklow remains unspoilt and one of the most naturally scenic areas in Ireland. A few days in Wicklow is enough to refresh and recharge you as you take in the breathtaking scenic views, visit castles or stately homes, climb mountains, soak up the sun in a …
Kildare, or Cill-Dara in the Celtic language, means the church of the oak, for it was here that St. Brigid founded the first convent in Ireland. Kildare is situated in the west of Dublin, and because of the proximity, tourists often just pass through on their way to the west of Ireland. The town has …
The vibrant, colorful, and bustling town of Westport on the west coast of Ireland is filled with promising tourist destinations. You can definitely enjoy a lot of indoor and outdoor activities in Westport on your own, with friends, or with your family. In fact, Westport is already known as the “Adventure capital of Ireland”. If …