A thriving small city with a rich history, Kilkenny has a riverside castle, medieval cathedral and historic core, as well as a prosperous arts scene, numerous craft studios, fine food and a renowned brewery.
Renowned for its spirit and lively character, Dublin offers a blend of ancient history, architectural grandeur, cultural genius and cosmopolitan living. It's a compact city where you can as easily delve into Viking history as Georgian squares and public buildings.
A conservation center incorporating of mountains, bogs and grasslands with wonderful wildlife. Traces of ancient settlements can be seen in the park, including 4,000-year-old megalithic tombs. It’s a haven for nature and outdoor lovers, with walking trails, challenging hikes and plenty of wildlife to spot.
Dingle is a small port town on southwest Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula, known for its rugged scenery, trails and sandy beaches. A statue of long-time harbour resident Fungie the dolphin is by the waterfront. Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium has penguins, otters and sharks. To the northwest, Gallarus Oratory is an ancient dry-stone church with sloping sides.
Skellig Michael is a remote, rocky island situated in the Atlantic Ocean just off the coast of County Kerry in Ireland. Famous for its remarkably preserved early Christian monastery and for being the filming location for two Star Wars movies. The ferry crossing to Skellig Michael takes about 50 minutes.