{"id":5962,"date":"2022-05-04T14:51:28","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T12:51:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/?p=5962"},"modified":"2023-02-21T14:25:47","modified_gmt":"2023-02-21T13:25:47","slug":"ireland-highlights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/ireland-highlights\/","title":{"rendered":"Ireland Highlights: Must See Places for Your Bucket List"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone is-resized wp-image-5965 size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gap_of_Dunloe_County_Kerry.jpg\" alt=\"The Gap of Dunloe in Kerry.\" class=\"wp-image-5965\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20600'%3E%3Crect%20width='800'%20height='600'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"The Gap of Dunloe in Kerry.\" class=\"wp-image-5965 eager-load\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gap_of_Dunloe_County_Kerry.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gap_of_Dunloe_County_Kerry.jpg.webp\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The Gap of Dunloe in Kerry.<\/em> <i> (Photo: <em>&copy; &nbsp;<\/em>stevegeer via Canva)<\/i><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ireland is easy to fall in love with. One of the reasons that tourists keep making return trips to the island of Ireland is because of the wide range of highlights it has to offer.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This post hopes to give you a quick impression of just some of the main Irish highlights that await you in the Emerald Isle!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b><strong>Landscape Highlights<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ireland&rsquo;s stunning landscapes are undoubtedly one its main attractions. People from the United States, the UK, Germany, France and beyond come to Ireland each year to see the picturesque scenery and take some time to slow down for a while and enjoy the environment around them.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b><strong>Ireland&rsquo;s Coastal Highlights<\/strong><\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone is-resized wp-image-5967 size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Cliffs_of_Moher_County_Clare.jpg\" alt=\"The Cliffs of Moher at sunrise. \" class=\"wp-image-5967\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Cliffs_of_Moher_County_Clare.jpg.webp\" alt=\"The Cliffs of Moher at sunrise. \" class=\"wp-image-5967 lazyload\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Cliffs_of_Moher_County_Clare.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The Cliffs of Moher at sunrise. (Photo: &copy; Bhargava Marripati via Canva)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an island on the western edge of Europe, Ireland has a varied coastline, featuring towering cliffs, beautiful beaches, cozy coves and charming harbors.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2500 km (ca.1600 miles) <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/the-wild-atlantic-way\/\"><b>Wild Atlantic Way Coastal Drive<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that spans the west coast of the island from Malin Head in County Donegal in the north, to Kinsale in County Cork encompasses some of the more diverse landscapes that Ireland has to offer.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These include the impressive cliffs of <\/span><b>Slieve League<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (or <strong>Sliabh Liag<\/strong>) County, Donegal, and the very famous <\/span><b>Cliffs of Moher<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in County Clare. Long sandy beaches with breathtaking backdrops, think along the lines of <\/span><b>Streedagh beach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in County Sligo (filming location of <\/span><b>Normal People<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As well as the expansive vistas along the <\/span><b>Ring of Kerry<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> loop.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/northern-ireland\/\"><b>Northern Ireland<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has its own breathtaking coastal drive, the <\/span><b>Causeway Coast<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with must-see highlights including the <\/span><b>Giant&rsquo;s Causeway<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Fair head<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><b>Carrick-a-Rede<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> rope bridge.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b><strong>Ireland&rsquo;s Inland Highlights<\/strong><\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone is-resized wp-image-5969 size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Brackley_Lake_County_Cavan.jpg\" alt=\"Brackley Lake, County Cavan at sunset.\" class=\"wp-image-5969\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Brackley_Lake_County_Cavan.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Brackley Lake, County Cavan at sunset.\" class=\"wp-image-5969 lazyload\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Brackley_Lake_County_Cavan.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Brackley Lake, County Cavan is just one many spectacular lakes in the county. (Photo: &copy; Paul O&rsquo;Hanlon via Canva)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irish coastal areas get a lot of attention, but it is worth mentioning that some of the inland areas are true hidden gems. Highlights include panoramic mountains (<\/span><b>Macgillycuddy Reeks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Twelve Bens Mountain Range<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Wicklow Mountains<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), waterfalls (such as <\/span><b>Torc Waterfall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Powerscourt Waterfall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Gleninchaquin Waterfall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), parks such as <\/span><b>Lough Boura<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>lakes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &ndash; lots of them.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>County Cavan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Ireland&rsquo;s Lake County, is thought to have <\/span><b>365 lakes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or one for each day of the year!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a different view of the Irish scenery, the <\/span><b>River Shannon<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Ireland&rsquo;s longest river) and the <\/span><b>River Erne<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer some very beautiful, tranquil spots that enable tourists to explore other aspects of Ireland via the <strong>waterways<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n                <div class=\"ml-form-embed\" data-account=\"1451834:z8v5q8j9c3\" data-form=\"1342994:q3e2p6\">\n                <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b><strong>Ireland&rsquo;s Natural Wonders<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone is-resized wp-image-5979 size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/View_Of_Blasket_Islands_Dingle_peninsula.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Blasket Islands, County Kerry.\" class=\"wp-image-5979\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/View_Of_Blasket_Islands_Dingle_peninsula.jpg.webp\" alt=\"View of the Blasket Islands, County Kerry.\" class=\"wp-image-5979 lazyload\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/View_Of_Blasket_Islands_Dingle_peninsula.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Whale, dolphins and seal are just some of the marine wildlife regularly seen off the Irish coast, like here near the Blasket Islands in County Kerry. (Photo: &copy; Dimitry Anikin via Canva)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the amazing landscapes, Ireland also has many special wonders from the natural world.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encounters with Ireland&rsquo;s wildlife can be utterly magical. From Ireland&rsquo;s <\/span><b>marine wildlife<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of <\/span><b>whales<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>dolphins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> off the coast to the marvels of <\/span><b>Lough Hyne<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there is much to see and explore.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>The Burren <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in County Clare is a limestone area that has a very special mix of climate and geological factors that enable highly unusual assemblages of plants from both Alpine and Mediterranean areas to grow together. To really discover the wonder of this&nbsp;<strong>UNESCO Global Geopark<\/strong> site, it is best to get some local specialist knowledge about the area.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are lucky enough to encounter the rare, but mesmerizing natural spectacle of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/northern-ireland\/\"><b>Northern Lights<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>Aurora Borealis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Ireland, then you have hit the jackpot!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to note that flora and fauna in nature should always be respected and left alone. Please keep in mind that it is essential to<\/span><b> leave no trace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>cause no damage<\/b> <b>or interference<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to protect Ireland&rsquo;s precious nature.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b><strong>Ireland&rsquo;s Ancient Highlights<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone is-resized wp-image-5971 size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Newgrange_County_Meath.jpg\" alt=\"The burial tomb of Newgrange in Br&uacute; na Boinne is one of Ireland's most important Prehistoric sites.\" class=\"wp-image-5971\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Newgrange_County_Meath.jpg.webp\" alt=\"The burial tomb of Newgrange in Br&uacute; na Boinne is one of Ireland's most important Prehistoric sites.\" class=\"wp-image-5971 lazyload\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Newgrange_County_Meath.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The burial tomb of Newgrange in Br&uacute; na Boinne is one of Ireland&rsquo;s most important Prehistoric sites. (Photo: &copy; MNstudio via Canva)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to ancient treasures, Ireland is certainly well endowed.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the<\/span><b> UNESCO World Heritage Sites<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of <\/span><b>Br&uacute; na Boinne, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(home to the famous Newgrange burial tomb) and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/star-wars-ireland\/\"><b>Skellig Michael<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> off the coast, to the dizzying feats of those who built the promontory fort at <\/span><b>D&uacute;n Aonghasa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the <strong>Aran Islands<\/strong>, Ireland has some remarkable ancient monuments.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ruins of early and late Christian settlements and monasteries are scattered throughout the country, some of which feature exquisitely carved <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/irish-crosses-and-high-crosses\/\"><b>high crosses<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or tall <\/span><b>round towers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that act as reminders of Ireland&rsquo;s history of viking raids.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The monastic settlements in Glendalough situated in the picturesque <\/span><b>Wicklow National Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in County Wicklow, as well as at <\/span><b>Clonmacnoise<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, County Offaly and <\/span><b>Monasterboice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, County Louth are some of the more popular sites.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ireland also has many <\/span><b>castles<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ranging from long forgotten ruins to luxury hotel experiences that will make you feel like royalty! Of course, there is also a very famous stone in <\/span><b>Blarney Castle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. (Tradition has it that all who kiss the stone receive the gift of the gab, or eloquence)<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b><strong>Cultural Highlights<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone is-resized wp-image-5973 size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Dublin_Citly_Ireland.jpg\" alt=\"Dublin on a sunny day.\" class=\"wp-image-5973\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Dublin_Citly_Ireland.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Dublin on a sunny day.\" class=\"wp-image-5973 lazyload\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Dublin_Citly_Ireland.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Dublin on a sunny day. (Photo: &copy; Stockbyte via Canva)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irish cities are buzzing with culture and the small towns and villages have a special charm all of their own. The capital city of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/dublin-ireland\/\"><b>Dublin<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a bustling place with an extensive variety of top class attractions to suit all tastes and holiday types.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/cork-ireland\/\"><b>Cork<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> prides itself in its gourmet culture and is home to many superb restaurants and great pubs. One city that has a particularly special vibe is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/galway-ireland\/\"><b>Galway<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The delightful, chilled atmosphere of this city is a big hit with those who visit it.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Music<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an important part of Irish culture and daily life in Ireland, be it from world famous bands (such as <\/span><b>U2<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to just name one example), to <\/span><b>artists busking<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the streets (Galway is great for this) or <\/span><b>traditional Irish music sessions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in pubs. Don&rsquo;t forget about the many <strong>music festivals<\/strong> that take place in Ireland throughout the year as well!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a top <\/span><b>filming destination<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Ireland is gaining more and more prominence on the world stage. Once again, Ireland and Northern Ireland can thank the island&rsquo;s diverse scenery for capturing the imaginations of location scouts for some very big productions, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/star-wars-ireland\/\"><b>Star Wars<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/harry-potter-ireland\/\"><b>Harry Potter<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/the-green-knight-ireland\/\">The Green Knight<\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the HBO series <\/span><b>Game of Thrones<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/normal-people-ireland-filming-locations\/\"><b>Normal People<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is plenty more information about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/irish-culture\/\"><strong>Irish Culture<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> here.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b><strong>Attraction Highlights<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone is-resized wp-image-5975 size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Muckross_House_County_Kerry_Ireland.jpg\" alt=\"Muckross House and Gardens in Killarney next to the lakes of Killarney.\" class=\"wp-image-5975\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Muckross_House_County_Kerry_Ireland.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Muckross House and Gardens in Killarney next to the lakes of Killarney.\" class=\"wp-image-5975 lazyload\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Muckross_House_County_Kerry_Ireland.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Muckross House and Gardens in Killarney is very scenic location next to the lakes. (Photo: &copy; Boris Breytman via Canva)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ireland has many outstanding attractions that cater for all interests. The list could go on and on!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>(Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: browse through the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/ireland-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Destinations<\/a><\/strong> section to get a feel for some more attraction highlights by county or region.)&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/dublin-3-day-itinerary\/\"><strong>best highlights Dublin<\/strong><\/a> has to offer include the <\/span><b>Guinness Storehouse<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <\/span><b>Museum of Literature Ireland <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<strong>MoLI<\/strong>), the <\/span><b>EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <strong>The <\/strong><\/span><b>Book of Kells<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in <\/span><b>Trinity College Dublin<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (for more of Dublin&rsquo;s highlights that go beyond the well known sites, such as Temple Bar, check out our post on the best of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/hidden-dublin-our-7-favorite-secret-spots\/\"><b>Hidden Dublin<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Muckross House<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Gardens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the outskirts of Killarney, County Kerry,&nbsp;<\/span><b>Kylemore Abbey<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Connemara, County Galway and <\/span><b>Bunratty Castle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, County Clare are firm favorites with visitors, year after year.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Northern Ireland highlights include the <\/span><b>Titanic Belfast<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> experience, which delves into the making and history of the Titanic liner, <\/span><b>Bushmills Irish Whiskey Distillery<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the historic <\/span><b>Walls of Derry<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Carrickfergus Castle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to mention just a few.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b><strong>Adventure Highlights<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone is-resized wp-image-5977 size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/View_of_Slieve_League_County_Donegal.jpg\" alt=\"View of Slieve League, Co. Donegal\" class=\"wp-image-5977\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/View_of_Slieve_League_County_Donegal.jpg.webp\" alt=\"View of Slieve League, Co. Donegal\" class=\"wp-image-5977 lazyload\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/View_of_Slieve_League_County_Donegal.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The hike along Slieve League is challenging and offers incredibly rewarding views. (Photo: &copy; MNstudio via Canva)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&rsquo;s not forget how much Ireland has to offer in terms of outdoor activities.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is jam packed with everything from scenic <\/span><b>walks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on long beaches and golfing, to the more adventurous <\/span><b>coasteering<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>hiking<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (and pretty much everything in between that will keep you busy for days!)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An entire section of the Wild Atlantic Way is called the <\/span><b>Surf Coast<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, thanks to the ideal <\/span><b>surfing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> conditions for beginners and experienced surfers alike.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Cycling<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has become more and more popular in Ireland recently and the several old railway lines have been converted into <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/greenwaysireland.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">greenways<\/a><\/strong> that are ideal for both cyclists and pedestrians.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>The Waterford Greenway<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (County Waterford), <\/span><b>Great Western Greenway<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (County Mayo) and <\/span><b>Great Southern Greenway<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (County Limerick and County Kerry) are just some of these. Lots more are planned for the future, so continue to watch out for these new developments!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water related activities such as <\/span><b>fishing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>kayaking<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>boating<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are also catered for, particularly in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/midlands-ireland\/\"><strong>Midlands<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get you started, why not take a look at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgoireland.com\/landmarks-in-ireland\/\"><b>Landmarks of Ireland<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is a good way to get some inspiration to plan your own Ireland travel tour!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This post may contain affiliate links, by clicking on one of these we may&nbsp;receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. 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