My Ideal Vacation - Ireland

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Sights & Culture

Capture the imagination with a visit to one of Ireland's castles, monuments,stately homes, or beautiful gardens, many with compelling tales of times gone by.

Ulster American Folk Park

Arts, Culture & Festivals

From the fire of the festival to the lure of literature, the island of Ireland boasts a rich tapestry of arts and cultural activities

Pint of Guinness, Dublin

Food & Drink

Awaken your senses with Ireland’s rich and wonderful food culture, and enjoy a pint in the warmest places on earth – real Irish pubs

Butterstream Gardens, County Meath

Gardens & Nature

From the breathtaking drop of the Cliffs of Moher to the crafted elegance of stately homes, Ireland is truly nature’s best friend

narrow water castle

History & Heritage

Dramatically shaped by heroic events through the centuries, Ireland has a fascinating heritage just waiting to be discovered

Shop 'til you drop at Brown Thomas, Dublin

Special Interest

Want to find out more about your great-great-grandfather? Looking for an adventure? Seeking some retail therapy or simply trying to learn the language? Ireland offers all that and more...

Trim Castle, County Meath

Explore Ireland's Islands

Ireland´s islands are as diverse as they are abundant - Explore craggy shores & dramatic beaches.

 

Activities

Whether your passion is golf, fishing or even splashing about on a surfboard, Ireland has the perfect locations, not to mention the best natural backdrops in the world

Cycling around Lough Macnean, County Fermanagh

Cycling

Strap on your helmet and tone up those thighs, Ireland is the cyclist’s perfect destination

Golfer, Royal Portrush

Golfing

Like golf? You’ll love golfing in Ireland. The Emerald Isle offers more golf than any country of comparable size on the planet!

Riding in the Burren, County Clare

Equestrian

Looking for an equestrian experience that’s second to none? Ireland has it all from awesome trail rides to unique horse-drawn caravanning holidays

Coarse angling in the west of Ireland

Fishing

Get hooked on Ireland, the angler’s paradise

Horse racing, the home stretch

Horse racing

The beat of the hooves, the roar of the crowd, the thrill of the first-race bet – Ireland was born and bred for the excitement of horse racing

A match at Lansdowne Road Stadium, Dublin

Sport

From the clash of the hurling to the kick of the football, Ireland is passionate about its homegrown sports

Walking in the Mourne Mountains, County Down

Walking

With a mild year-round climate and tons of well-established walking routes and trails, experience Ireland’s beautiful countryside up close

Cruising on the River Suck

Water-based Activities

Stunning scenery and legendary landscapes are made all the more breathtaking by the wistful sound of rushing water

Relaxing in a spa in Ireland

Health & Wellness

The openness of the Irish and the beauty of the natural environment can all be found in spas and health farms, each taking a different approach to health and beauty

Shop 'til you drop at Brown Thomas, Dublin

Special Interest

Want to find out more about your great-great-grandfather? Looking for an adventure? Seeking some retail therapy or simply trying to learn the language? Ireland offers all that and more...

 

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