The official site of Tourism Ireland. Travel information, maps, activities, events and accommodation information to help you plan your next visit to the island of Ireland.

See you in 2012?

Giant's Causeway

Don't let another year go by without visiting the magical Giant's Causeway.

Rory, Antrim

No better time to visit Ireland

100,000 Welcomes!

Frommer's readers voted Ireland their top destination for 2011! Find out about the exciting events happening throughout Ireland.

UK city of culture 2013

Derry ~ Londonderry named first UK city of culture

    All things Titanic!

    This year marks the 100 year anniversary of the launch of the Titanic from Belfast but celebrations are already underway!

    All things Titanic!

    Staff picks!

    The Tourism Ireland team share their favourite parts of home with you all!

    Staff picks!

    Backpacking in Ireland

    Get set for a whirlwind adventure

    Backpacking in Ireland

    Plan Your Visit

    Let your journey begin, down that lane and around that corner...

    • Getting to Ireland

      Check out how to fly, drive or sail from wherever you are in the world

    • Getting around

      Explore Ireland at your leisure by plane, train or automobile - literally any way you like.

    • Money

      The Euro is the local currency in the Republic of Ireland. In Northern Ireland, Sterling is the local currency

    • Language

      English and Irish (Gaelic) are the two official languages of the Republic of Ireland. In Northern Ireland, English is the official language.

    • Public Holidays

      The Republic Of Ireland and Northern Ireland share a number of public holidays.

    Explore by map

    Use our interactive map to explore Ireland

    Explore by map