Cork is the biggest county in Ireland, and it may also encompass more sightseer’s delights than anywhere else in the country. See below for some of Cork’s favourite attractions. Cork City Gaol Convent Avenue, Sunday’s Well, Cork, Cork With a special emphasis on history & culture, 19th-Century crime, punishment, and social history, a trip to Cork City Gaol is a must. Offering a grimly realistic look at prisoner life, the impressive audio system allows you to hear the shuffling of prisoner’s feet and the coughs of the sick inmates, while …
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Known as The Kingdom, the county of Kerry certainly reigns when it comes to visitor appeal. With a concentration of eye-poppingly beautiful scenery so intense it seems almost unfair to the rest of the world, Kerry has no shortage of tourist attractions. See below for some of our favourites. Muckross House, Gardens And Traditional Farms Killarney National Park, Muckross, Killarney, Kerry Listed among the top tourist attractions in Ireland, Muckross House is situated in the heart of the beautiful Killarney National Park on the shores of Killarney’s lower lake. One …
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Known as the Land of Saints & Scholars, Ireland has a tradition of education that dates back centuries. Below you will find details of some of Ireland’s language schools, libraries, and summer schools. Alpha College of English 4 North Great George’s Street, Dublin 1, Dublin The staff at Alpha College of English offer students a warm welcome, test their present standard of English, and assign them to classes at the appropriate level. On enrollment, students receive an information pack on Dublin to enable them to get maximum benefit from their …
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A temperate climate and abundant rainfall combine to give Irish gardeners conditions that are the envy of horticulturalists worldwide. Across the island, you will discover lush gems of greenery and blooms that bear testimony to the dedication of their green-fingered creators. Below you will find details of just some of the beautiful gardens Ireland has in abundance. Annesgrove Gardens Ballyhoura, Castletownroche, Cork This 12-hectare Robinsonian Garden was set by the Annesley family some three centuries ago and features magnificent rhododendrons and azaleas and a peaceful atmosphere. Kilfane Glen And Waterfall …
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Every corner of Ireland has its own unique charm, but some features stand out as magnets that draw multitudes of visitors year after year. Below you will find details of some Irish tourist attractions that you really should not miss. Dublin Zoo Dublin Dublin Zoo is one of Ireland’s top attractions, with visitor numbers reaching 960,000 in 2010. Open since 1813, Dublin Zoo is Ireland’s biggest zoo, covering 24 hectares (59 acres) of Phoenix Park. In May 2011, the zoo delivered a record 12 new arrivals, including a blackbuck calf, …
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Battered by the Atlantic Ocean, Ireland is an island of dramatic cliffs and jagged promontories. A tour of the coastline reveals breathtaking rock formations of dizzying heights. Below you will find information on some of the best-known cliffs in Ireland. Slieve League Detour Carrick, Donegal For the best way to experience the cliffs at Carrick, follow the Bunglas sign, where the road winds around the southern slopes of Slieve League, until you reach a farm gate. Leave your car and walk the 2-3 km to the cliffs to soak up …
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Not all of Ireland’s natural attractions are above ground. Travel across the island, and you will discover interesting caves with a range of geological foundations. Below you will find information on just some of Ireland’s best caves. Dunmore Cave Ballyfoyle, Kilkenny Known in Old Irish literature as one of the darkest places in Ireland and as the place where the monster Luchtigern ‘The Lord of the Mice’ was slain, this cave was plundered by Godfry and the Vikings of Dublin in 928. In this raid, 1,000 people were killed, and …
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Ireland’s bogs are among its most characteristic features. The island contains more bog, relatively speaking, than any other European country except Finland, and with many of Europe’s bogs already gone, Ireland’s now have an increased importance. Below you will find details of some of the most significant Irish bogs. Longford County Longford’s abundant bogs make it an ideal location for investigating this particular type for landscape. Wetlands are places of great beauty, and highly valued tourist attractions for visitors to Ireland. Many wetland plant species that are rated “vulnerable” in …
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Its extensive coastline and relatively unspoiled natural habitats make Ireland a haven for birds. More than 450 different bird species have been recorded in Ireland, representing a remarkable figure for a European island and making it a fascinating country for birdwatching. Below you will find details of some interesting Irish locations for birdwatching.   Wexford Wildfowl Reserve North Slob, Wexford, Wexford The location and structure of the Wexford Slobs and Harbour make them a natural haven for birds. A dyke, built in the 1840′s, created over 1,000 hectares of mudflats …
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The quality of restaurants in Dublin befits that of a cosmopolitan European capital. Whatever cuisine appeals to you, you’ll find it in one Dublin’s fine restaurants. Below you will find details of some of the most popular. The Old Schoolhouse Coolbanagher, Swords, Dublin The Old Schoolhouse is a capable, enthusiastic restaurant, founded on a well-understood notion of service, very much tuned into the demands of its suburban clientele and expert at catering to the needs of the ever-growing population of Swords who want cooking which is familiar and yet challenging. …
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