Part of our Ireland guide.
Ireland offers the Cliffs of Moher, Belfast’s Titanic Quarter, Dingle’s coastal charm, Cork’s historic sights, and dozens of castles and pubs across the country. Here are five specific places and guides from our Ireland coverage.
The World's Most Breathtaking Cliffs You Must See
The Cliffs of Moher rise 214 metres above the Atlantic Ocean and stretch for about 14 kilometres along County Clare. From the edge, you can see the Aran Islands and Galway Bay on a clear day. The visitor centre includes exhibits on geology and wildlife. The site is accessible via the R479 road, and parking costs €8 per car as of 2023. For ferry connections, check how long is the ferry ride from Ireland to the Aran Islands if you want a sea-level view.
The Best Things To Do In Belfast, Northern Ireland
Belfast’s Titanic Quarter includes the Titanic Belfast museum, built on the shipyard where the RMS Titanic was constructed. The museum features nine interactive galleries, and admission was £19.50 for adults in 2023. Belfast Castle, set on 163 acres of parkland, offers free entry and views over the city. Review travel tips in Ireland that cover currency (pounds sterling in Northern Ireland) and driving on the left.
Quirky And Cool Things To Do In Dingle, Ireland
Dingle town sits on the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, about 50 kilometres southwest of Tralee. The town is known for its colourful shopfronts, the Dingle Distillery (which produces gin and vodka), and Fungie the dolphin (a resident bottlenose dolphin that appeared in the harbour from 1983 until 2020). Slea Head Drive, a 50-kilometre loop around the peninsula, passes ancient beehive huts and views of the Blasket Islands. Read to know before you go to Dublin—though Dingle is 300 kilometres from Dublin, the same advice on rain gear and booking accommodation applies.
8 Best Things To Do In Cork, Ireland
Cork city is home to the English Market, a covered food market operating since 1788, and St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral, built in the 1860s with three spires. Blarney Castle, 8 kilometres north of Cork city, charges €18 for adult admission (2023) and lets you kiss the Blarney Stone. The city also has the Cork City Gaol, a former prison turned museum, with entry at €10 for adults. Consider should i pack on a ten-day trip to Ireland: layers, a waterproof jacket, and sturdy walking shoes are essential for Cork’s changeable weather.
10 Best Things To Do In Ireland
Ireland recorded more than 11 million international visitors in 2018, drawn to attractions like the Ring of Kerry (a 179-kilometre scenic drive), the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin (which offers a pint and a rooftop view for €26 entry in 2023), and the Rock of Cashel (a medieval complex in County Tipperary). The Dublin travel guide covers Trinity College’s Book of Kells, Temple Bar’s pubs, and Phoenix Park. Look up how much does it cost to have a meal in Dublin—a typical pub lunch runs about €15–€20. The visiting the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin page details the self-guided tour and Gravity Bar experience. Hidden gems in Ireland include the Skellig Islands (off County Kerry) and the Burren (County Clare’s limestone landscape).
