Category Archives: Best Attractions in Ireland

Killarney Summerfest 2013

Taking place at the end of July to the beginning of August, Killarney Summerfest 2013 is a family friendly festival, which has a jam packed programme of events cater for all. So whether looking for adventure activities set in the … Continue reading

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Remember life aboard the Titanic with a series of commemorative events in Cobh

A ten day series of events in Cobh is underway to mark the 101 anniversary of the Titanic. Cobh and Titanic have a shared connection as it is Cobh which has the distinction of being the last port of call … Continue reading

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Free Entry to Spike Island

Spike Island located of the coast of Cork, near Cobh has hosted a monastery, a fortress and a prison within its 104 acres, all of which have left their mark.

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Fantastic Gathering events taking place in Easter and April

The good Irish weather may not feel very seasonal for this time of year, but the increase of wonderful Gathering Events and Festival can only mean that Spring has finally arrived, and with it, it brings a packed calendar of … Continue reading

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Dublin’s Spire is 10 Years Old

Love it or loathe it, the Spire on O’Connell Street in Dublin City Centre has been a prominent feature of the capitals skyline for 10 years!

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The Great Donegal Castle

Dominating the town of Donegal, the 17th Century ruins of Donegal Castle, the seat of the power of the O’Donnell Chieftains, is tangled with the history of the county and province of Ulster.

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Astonishing Art and Antiquities to be Admired in Limerick

The Hunt Museum located on the banks of the River Shannon in Limerick is one of Ireland’s premier museums. Housing one of the finest private collections of art and antiquities in the world, including objects from Celtic works, to works … Continue reading

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Butlers Chocolate Experience – Dublin, Ireland

Ireland’s very own Chocolate factory has just recently opened. The Butler’s Chocolate Experience is sure to please any chocoholic! Discover the progress of Butlers from 1932 to 2013 through the vast artefacts and memorabilia before learning about the all important … Continue reading

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Dublin’s National Gallery to be Upgraded

The National Gallery in Dublin is to get an upgraded estimated to be worth €20 million.

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Relish the Rock of Cashel

One of Ireland’s greatest historic sites, the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary towers over the town of Cashel from its 200 foot high perch. Once the seat of the kings of Munster, it was once visited by Saint Patrick … Continue reading

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