Newgrange was built 5,000 years ago (about 3,200 B.C.), making it older than Stonehenge in England and the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt. Amazing, vibrant and relevant :)) Read more.
A truly Irish pub in the city center with Irish music. Not as touristy as the pubs in the Temple Bar district.
Best pub and Guinness in Dublin, if not Ireland! Proper old school bar
Excellent selection here from whiskies and wines, to craft beers and ciders. Well worth a visit - especially if there's a tasting on!
Seriously the best place in Dublin to track down a perfectly aged Ardrahan, Cooleeney, or Durrus.
This pub opened in 1823, it's one of Dublin's oldest pubs, many famous writers used to gather here. Real traditional Irish pub. Enjoy a drink in the snug or move up a floor&enjoy live music sessions.
It is impossible to ignore the ghosts of history that haunt this notorious prison, but perhaps the most evocative space is the courtyard where the leaders of the 1916 Rising were executed.
Go to O'Sullivan Antiques and see some of the most amazing Georgian, Regency and early Victorian antiques in Ireland with a store in East 10th Street New York. Well worth a visit!!! Read more.
Excellent oysters and smoked salmon starter. Generous portions and fresh ingredients. Friendly service and good wine as well: definitely recommended!
Impressive monastic site in the centre of Ireland overlooking the River Shannon. Lots of religious buildings to explore. Attacked many times by the Irish, Vikings and Normans.
Learn about Dublin's rich culture and heritage by visiting this place. You’ll be able to see exhibitions focusing on the world of Vikings and medieval city life. Open all year round.
Well worth a stop for the absolutely beautiful lake (walk around it), pre-historic stone sites, and Heritage Center.
Fantastic plunge into medieval Irish lifestyle. You get to walk into buildings which look like their inhabitants just went out for a walk - both in castle and village.
Go left and walk over the wall for the best views and photo ops. Puffins are only there from march to July :(
Powerscourt House & Gardens is one of Ireland’s most famous gardens. The grounds and houses date back to the 12th century and are full of picturesque spots!
Not super impressive, but given it was built in iron age it is an amazing monument. Transports you back in time.
An Mhór Chuaird: Part of the mystical & unspoilt region of Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of yrs. Its spectacular beauty is beyond question & is a natural centre for outdoor pursuits
This 16th-century tower house in Galway Bay is where you'll see a well-preserved part of Galway's history. Open for visitors from 10 am to 5pm from April to October.
Founded in 1168, this Church of Ireland cathedral is an example of many architectural styles. If there is a concert occurring in this cathedral during your stay, it's well worth attending.
Spot the ghost of folk hero Myles “The Slasher” O’Reilly, who spent his last night here before dying in battle in 1644. – Green Guide Editor
A historical building were executions had been carried out by the Normans, a prison , and an official residence.It is now a tourist attraction detailing the events that occurred during the centuries.
Check out the fort called Dún Aonghasa while you're there. The view is definitely worth the admission price!
Not ashamed to admit I teared up in the long room. The tall shelves of old tomes, the busts of historical characters, the displays about the books... it is the most beautiful library I’ve ever seen.
Adorable and colorful little town on the way to The Ring of Kerry. Go to the big bakery and get a selection of cheeses for a picnic.
Beautiful craft jewellery. Many Celtic designs, including the opportunity to inscribe your name in Ogham script on rings, pendants & more. Only takes a day. A unique way of remembering your trip.
Belfast's best seafood restaurant, Mourne Seafood Bar, has a cute fishmonger at the front and is beside one of the city's most authentic bars. Handy for an apres oysters Guinness. Read more.
Nestled 400ft above sea level on Cave Hill, Belfast Castle is a history lesson, country park, pleasure garden and panorama all in one. Read more.
Actually, the house he was born in is one Westland Row. The one on Merrion was his childhood home.
Amazing history here. Very famous people of both sides have been incarcerated here including first ministers and part leaders.
Truly one of Dublin's hidden gems and an important part of the cultural heritage of the city -- definitely worth a visit. Read more.
Give yourself a few hours to enjoy and go thru the entire village and castle! There is a lot to see! Also experienced the Feast! It was the best!
A hidden gem; there are more Dubliners buried here than are currently living. Some of those who found their final resting place here are amongst the most important historical figures of Ireland.
