Ireland Tours

Dublin is a must when planning your trip to Ireland. Not only is the city known for its pubs and nightlife it has a tremendous amount of culture and history. Trinity college is in the heart of Dublin and its library holds the famous medieval manuscript that speaks about the four gospels: The Book of Kells. The Long Hall contains the oldest example of Gaelic harps, the 14^th century College harp.

Dublin also is the home of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral which dates to the 13^th century. From its tower which is one of the highest points in Dublin you can see the Wicklow Mountains and Dublin Bay.

If you are a beer lover then Dublin is a must see stop on your trip to Ireland. The Guinness Storehouse is where Guinness stout was born. The famous creamy foam top of a Guinness beer is something beer lovers from around the world come to experience.

Once you have taken in the sights and sounds of Dublin, you may want to get out into the famous Irish countryside to visit some of the most famous places on the island.

The Cliffs of Moher are in an area called County Clare. The cliffs rise 700 feet above the ocean and its one of the most photographed places in all of Ireland.

Belfast in Northern Ireland made its name by building one of the most famous and doomed ships in history, the Titanic. The famous ship was built in Belfast in 1909 and now there is a wonderful museum which speaks to the history and creation of the famous ship which sunk on its maiden voyage.

If you rent a car during your trip to Ireland, you will want to make sure you take it on the famous Ring of Kerry. It is a circle drive that takes you to some of the most picturesque villages and the most beautiful coastal areas of the island. You can even see some castles and medieval ruins on the drive.

Nature lovers who visit Ireland will need to go to the Killarney National Park which is in the area known as County Kerry. This national park has some amazing places to visit such as Ross and Muckross castles and the famous Torc Waterfall. With over twenty-five thousand acres, there will be plenty to explore.

One of the most amazing archaeological sites in all of Ireland is the Rock of Cashel which sits high on a hill in the area of County Tipperary. It was the seat of Kings that ruled the Island and now it is a wonderful destination for anyone planning a trip to Ireland.

If you want to see Stonehenge like outcrops of limestone and rich green pastures, then you should head to the windy and rocky area between Galway and Clare called Burren. This is where the Irish forefathers lived and thrived. This is a nature lovers dream filled with trails, beaches, and many unique outdoor experiences.

Just around the corner from Cork is the famous Blarney stone and castle. This is a true historic landmark of Ireland. Kissing the Blarney stone is a tradition for any visitor.

As you can see the number of things to see and do when planning your trip to Ireland will give you plenty of choices.

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