Must see in Ireland

Lyle Lanley

I have some family visiting from overseas, they've never been to Ireland before. We're going to travel around for around two weeks but don't have an itenerary yet.

Is there anything we shouldn't miss? Their only request is they want to see the giants causeway, I will probably take them to the fleadh for a day or two as well. May as well go to the cliffs of moher while we're down that way. Other than that I don't know what to show them!

toadfly

Connemara-Clifden, Roundstone, Kylemore Abbey.

Rodin

Newgrange.
Titanic exhibition.
Skellig.
Donegal beaches.
Walls of Derry.
Beara peninsula.much better than ring of Kerry.
Trinity College library.

ytpe2r5bxkn0c1

Newgrange, just off the M1, is a must see for any visitors to Ireland. Would need to be booked to ensure the tour and entry to the tombs.

Rock of Cashel. Chair Castle. Swiss Cottage. Fethard walls. Cool more Stud.

cdeb

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Anyways, the Wicklow Mountains are a must I think. The Sally Gap via Lough Tay and Glenmacnass waterfall, and then to Glendalough.

Some of the other monastic sites are nice too - Clonmacnoise for example.

Some very scenic random country roads about too. The haunted woods road up north (is it in Game of Thrones or something?), but really you could take your pick of almost any random road and enjoy the drive.

Coumshingaun lake in Waterford is on my must-see list.

If in Cork, Cobh is worth popping by. The short Titanic exhibition from the original departure point, fantastic views of the harbour from the stunning St Colman's Cathedral and a pint or two in somewhere like Ryan's. All very close to Fota and Cork city if they're of interest.

lisasimpson

If in Cork, Cobh is worth popping by. The short Titanic exhibition from the original departure point, fantastic views of the harbour from the stunning St Colman's Cathedral and a pint or two in somewhere like Ryan's. All very close to Fota and Cork city if they're of interest.[/quote]

Although short i enjoyed the Titanic exhibition its good for the small space they have. If its a nice day in cobh maybe take the trip over to spike island..its on my to do list.
also nearby the jameson distillery in Midelton

Del2005

Lyle Lanley wrote: »

I have some family visiting from overseas, they've never been to Ireland before. We're going to travel around for around two weeks but don't have an itenerary yet.

Is there anything we shouldn't miss? Their only request is they want to see the giants causeway, I will probably take them to the fleadh for a day or two as well. May as well go to the cliffs of moher while we're down that way. Other than that I don't know what to show them!

I spent years in school hearing about the Gaints Causeway and all the folklore around it. Then I saw it and was glad that I hadn't just gone to see it.

Ken.

Kilkenny Castle and Gardens is a nice trip. Best thing is they give you a guide book and leave you alone if you wish to wonder around yourself.

ytpe2r5bxkn0c1

Del2005 wrote: »

I spent years in school hearing about the Gaints Causeway and all the folklore around it. Then I saw it and was glad that I hadn't just gone to see it.

Absolutely agree.

OP, make sure you have other items on the itinerary that day as it's a long way for very little.

It has often been said that "It's worth seeing but not worth going to see." Visit the rope bridge etc if in that area.

Ken.

Are they in to Game of Thrones. If your at the causeway there is loads of stuff related to the show nearby. Ballintoy harbour, the dark hedges, The doors spread around the place http://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfast-news/heres-you-can-find-10-11554056 and loads of other stuff. You really have to like the show though.

My wife likes the show, I don't. When we were up that way we made a compromise and went to every place related to the show(anything for a quite life).

Charlie19

The caves down the Burren are class, if you're thinking of doing the cliffs of Moher, then the Burren is a must.

Aillwee Cave

Ballycahill, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare
(065) 707 7036

https://g.co/kgs/1mvrFi

cdeb

It's just like being blind.

Lots of other Father Ted locations around there as well. Probably lost to foreigners though

shar01

Have a look at the Heritage Ireland website - some sites are free on the first Wednesday of the month.

Can you take in a match in Croke Park? Does the GAA still hold back tickets for tourists?

The OPW tour guides are excellent - especially Kilmainham Jail and Glasnevin.

Not sure of the ages of your visitors but something like the 1916 Walking Tour or the Literary pub crawl in Dublin for the days when you'll want to take a break from driving.

Lyle Lanley

Xiomara Nutritious Sirloin wrote: »

Absolutely agree.

OP, make sure you have other items on the itinerary that day as it's a long way for very little.

It has often been said that "It's worth seeing but not worth going to see." Visit the rope bridge etc if in that area.

Have friends in Derry so will probably try to stay there for a night and visit the causeway and rope bridge.

I was there as a kid and remember it being underwhelming, but the learn about it in school in Argentina so they want to go!

Water John

Get in a hurling match. doesn't need to be intercounty. Hurling was played in Argentina. Could be wrong, but I think one club is still called, the Beunos Aires Cricket and Hurling Club.
In many ways, it's the social things and the people they will most enjoy and remember.

AndyBoBandy

If going to Kerry go via Conor Pass, its breath taking.

Also if around Dublin for a bit, go to Howth, get a Fresh Cod n Chips in Beshoff's and eat them up at the summit on a clear day.

AndyBoBandy

Argentinian?

Bring them to Co Mayo where Admiral Brown was born, he is a national hero in Argentina where he founded the Argentinian Navy. I believe he was from Balina (though I may be corrected), and there is a statue of him there.

Edit, he was from Foxford. Bring them there, but don't tell them, try to make it a surprise. Seriously, Admiral Brown is a legend in Argentina.

joeysoap

Giants Causeway is overrated, not very 'giant' and not all that worth for a visit unless you throw in some other local attractions (Bushmills, Carrick a Rede, , Dunluce- otherwise feel free to skip, missing nothing)

Titanic quarter and Belfast are worth a visit though, maybe combined with the Mournes. (Scenic certainly, but not as scenic as West Cork, Kerry, Connemara or indeed the west coast of Donegal) all IMO of course.

cdeb

Well, "giant" refers to its origins, not its size in fairness.

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Del2005 wrote: »

I spent years in school hearing about the Gaints Causeway and all the folklore around it. Then I saw it and was glad that I hadn't just gone to see it.

I was there last night.
The walk along the cliff is worth doing and the area around it but the causeway itself is a damp squib.

InTheTrees

Glendalough is an important site. Can be crowded though.

Newgrange obviously.

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Lyle Lanley

AndyBoBandy wrote: »

Argentinian?

Bring them to Co Mayo where Admiral Brown was born, he is a national hero in Argentina where he founded the Argentinian Navy. I believe he was from Balina (though I may be corrected), and there is a statue of him there.

Edit, he was from Foxford. Bring them there, but don't tell them, try to make it a surprise. Seriously, Admiral Brown is a legend in Argentina.

We actually visited his grave in Buenos Aires last year so maybe be good to bring them to where it all began! Will be passing by one of the days anyway, a quick stop is no harm.

chicorytip

Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Achill Island, Howth Head, Killiney Hill.

Ave Sodalis

If you're thinking of the Cliffs of Moher, Slieve League is a better alternative, in my opinion. They're both higher and quieter. You could also do Glengesh Pass and Maghera before going up through Dunlewey to Glenveagh to Grianan of Aileach to Malin Head or Portsalon.

Of course, I may have a slightly biased theme going on here.

emo72

The rock of dunamase is free. And I don't get why it's not more popular. The view from up there is great and there's plenty for kids to do if they like scrambling over old ruins. Then skip across to emo court for more things to do.

tayto lover

Carlingford, The Long Woman's Grave and the new ferry across the Lough.

Lyle Lanley

sup_dude wrote: »

If you're thinking of the Cliffs of Moher, Slieve League is a better alternative, in my opinion. They're both higher and quieter. You could also do Glengesh Pass and Maghera before going up through Dunlewey to Glenveagh to Grianan of Aileach to Malin Head or Portsalon.

Of course, I may have a slightly biased theme going on here.

We're based in Sligo so will definitely get to Slieve League. Means I can sneak in a dive at at Johns point the same day!

Romantic Rose

Glenveagh Castle
The Poison Glen, Donegal
Boardwalk, Cuan na Ri
An Grianan Aileach
Ards Friary and hidden beaches, Donegal
Slieve League Cliffs
Oakfield Park, Donegal
Top of Muckish/Errigal/Lough Salt

Not in Donegal:
Cliffs of Moher
Museum of Country Life, Castlebar
Lakes of Leenane and Delphi

All being my favourite places in Donegal and Ireland.

Romantic Rose

Lyle Lanley wrote: »

We're based in Sligo so will definitely get to Slieve League. Means I can sneak in a dive at at Johns point the same day!

Definitely try to get to Glenveagh Castle too, very enchanting and beautiful place. My No 1 in Donegal.

spurious

If you're going to the causeway in a car and are a reasonably confident driver, do the Torr Head drive. Try get down to Murlough bay. Not for the fainthearted and the driver really needs to keep his/her eyes on the road, but spectacular viewing for passengers and a route rarely done by the bus brigade.