Places to visit in Ireland - things to do and places to see in every region of Ireland.

Emma from Kerry

I’ll be looking up my relatives when I get there. I’m excited already!

Emma, Kerry

Coming to Ireland? We’re dying to meet you

My friends in Londonderry really want to show me around the city for the weekend so that’s my first stop. After that I’ll take a trip down to Kerry to see my relatives. There’ll be plenty of chat over a few cups of real tea!

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Ireland's areas and cities

From breathtaking scenery and village life to the energetic buzz of the larger cities, the island of Ireland is waiting to be discovered. Find out what makes Ireland so unique with our guide to the cities and areas of Ireland

Did you know?

The Hill of Tara is one of the most ancient stretches of land in Europe with passage tombs and burial mounds dating back over 4,000 years.

The East Coast

Feast your senses on bewitching scenery, fantastic city life, sensational sporting events and compelling historical sights

 

Visit the Counties

Cavan, Dublin, Kildare, Laois, Longford, Louth, Offaly, Meath, Monaghan, Westmeath and Wicklow

Cities

Dublin City

Did you know?

Ireland is home to what is reputedly the oldest daily newspaper in the world still published. First published back in 1737, early copies can be found in Belfast’s Linen Hall Library.

Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland packs in the attractions with a rich cultural heritage, striking scenery and a sweep of stunning coastline

 

Visit the Counties

Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry and Tyrone

Cities

Belfast, Londonderry City, Newry City, Lisburn City, Armagh City

Did you know?

The Blasket Islands are on the very edge of Europe and were inhabited until 1953 when persistent emigration of its young people meant only 22 inhabitants remained.

The South Coast

Discover food as fresh as the air in the picturesque South Coast of Ireland. Famed for its relaxed pace of life and outstanding natural beauty, the South Coast offers endless opportunities for exceptional landscapes and mouthwatering gourmet delights

 

Visit the Counties

Carlow, Cork, Kerry, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford

Cities

Cork City, Kilkenny City and Waterford City

Did you know?

Pirate queen Grace O’Malley patrolled the waters off the West coast in the 16th century for over 50 years. She even gave birth to her son aboard her ship as it was being attacked by North African pirates.

The West Coast

Head way out West for wild landscapes and a sublime coastline rushing in from the Atlantic

 

Visit the Counties

Clare, Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Limerick, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Offaly, Tipperary

Cities

Galway City, Limerick City

A-Z Placefinder

Want to find out more about places to visit in Ireland? Our A-Z is a comprehensive list of cities, towns and villages on the island of Ireland