There's really nothing nicer than the first blooms of the season
Emma, Kerry
The great outdoors
And the sweet scent of Ireland
I’m getting my green fingers ready for the Wicklow Gardens Festival, the Green Fingers Festival in Fermanagh and al fresco dining in Belfast’s stunning Botanic Gardens! I adore Ireland's gardens at this time of year.
The island of Ireland
Perched on the northwest tip of Europe, this is the one place in the world where even time getting lost will be worthwhile... With ancient myths and legends to uncover, amazing landscapes to explore and locals who will be more than happy to reveal our hidden gems, just go where the island of Ireland takes you. Guaranteed, you'll return home with memories that will last a lifetime
Did you know?
Legend has it the Giant’s Causeway is the work of giant Finn MacCool who made it as a pathway to Scotland, where a rival giant lived
Ireland's landscapes
With bizarre lunar landscapes, the mighty Atlantic Ocean, labyrinthine caves and crystal clear waterways, Ireland's diverse landscapes will take your breath away.
Our coastal beauty is the stuff of legends, with shorelines trimmed by golden sands and rocky outcrops. Inland, the lakelands and rural idylls are equally as varied as they are tranquil. You see, it's not just green on our island, it's much, much more than that...
Did you know?
The Irish diaspora is thought to contain over 80 million people scattered all over the globe
History and heritage
The island of Ireland's history dates back as far as 6000BC! And a lot has happened in between!
From invasions by Neolithic tribes and St Patrick spreading Christianty to the great diaspora ensuring Ireland's heritage has spread across the globe, our past has truly paved the way for an optimistic and buoyant future...
Did you know?
The Department of Irish Folklore at University College Dublin, has over 100,000 tales, myths and legends on record, the largest collection of its kind in the world.
People and culture
The Irish culture has taken thousands of years to develop, so cherish every moment of your cultural discovery
A literary lot with a real passion for music, dance and, of course, conversation, if there's more than two people in a room, then there's more than enough to have a good time
Did you know?
There are two capital cities in this one small island: Belfast in Northern Ireland and Dublin in the Republic of Ireland
Cities of Ireland
As well as being hip, vibrant and cosmopolitan, Ireland’s 11 urban hubs are perfectly formed – not too big to be overwhelming, and not so small that you can see it all in a day!
From Belfast, Londonderry, Newry, Lisburn and Armagh, to Dublin, Galway, Cork, Kilkenny, Waterford and Limerick, every city in Ireland packs a punch with its own unique cultural flavor
Experience Ireland
This wonderful island is packed with events all year round and even boasts stunning landscapes providing the ultimate backdrop to any occasion. Experience Ireland just a little bit here before you join us for real!
Lakelands Experience
Soak up the atmosphere of one of Ireland’s most peaceful and relaxing areas, where the pace of life is slow and a powerful beauty surrounds you
Car Touring
Take to the open road with an exhilarating drive through Ireland. Is there any better way to see a country than at your own, leisurely pace?
Families and children
Discover a world of value-packed adventure, festivals and fun for all the family in Ireland
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Golden Trekker
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