Your Irish Adventure
All the Things to Do in Ireland
Every guide we’ve written from on-the-ground time in Ireland, sorted so you can find the trip you’re trying to plan. Pick a category, pick a county, pick a weekend, and start.
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Plan by Trip Length
How many days do you have? Pick a tab and we’ll show you the routes that fit. You can stretch any of them shorter or longer, this is just a starting point.
Weekend (2-3 Days)
Short Break (4-5 Days)
Standard Trip (7-10 Days)
Extended (11+ Days)
Weekend (2-3 Days)
Two days, one city. The perfect short trip.
A Weekend in Dublin, Ireland: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
Two days in Dublin without the tourist-trap mistakes we made the first time.
The Perfect Weekend In Belfast
Forty-eight hours in Belfast, from Titanic Quarter to a late one in the Cathedral Quarter.
Weekend in Cork: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
A relaxed Cork city weekend, with day trip options if the weather cooperates.
Weekend in Galway: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
Two days in Galway built around the pubs, the bay, and a Saturday morning at the market.
Weekend in Killarney: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
Killarney as a base for the lakes, the national park, and a day on the Ring of Kerry.
A Perfect Weekend in Kilkenny: A Local’s Guide
A medieval city you can walk end to end, with the castle, the cathedral, and a proper pub crawl.
Short Break (4-5 Days)
A long weekend or a quick highlights tour.
A Perfect Weekend in Derry: Where To Eat, Drink, Stay and Play
Walls, walking tours, and the best place in Derry to settle in for the evening.
The Ring Of Kerry Drive: Itinerary, Highlights & Tips
The classic one-day Kerry loop, with the viewpoints worth a stop and the ones you can skip.
10 Epic Day Trips From Cork (Chosen By a Cork Local)
Ten day trips from Cork picked by a local, Kinsale, Cobh, and the Beara Peninsula.
7 Best Day Trips From Dublin, Ireland
Seven of Dublin’s best day trips, from Glendalough to the Boyne Valley, with how to get there without a car.
Standard Trip (7-10 Days)
The classic two-week-vacation Ireland trip.
10 Days in Ireland: The Ultimate Itinerary
Ten days, ten stops, the route we’d send a first-time visitor with two weeks of vacation.
Wild Atlantic Way Itinerary – Ireland’s Most Epic Road Trip
Ireland’s 2,500km Atlantic coast road, broken into sections you can actually drive.
A Photographer’s Definitive Ireland Road Trip
A photographer’s loop of Ireland, weighted toward Connemara, Kerry, and the north coast.
30 Best Things To Do in Ireland
Thirty of the best things to do across the country, the canonical YIA bucket list.
Extended (11+ Days)
If you have the time, go slow and go deep.
9 Best Places On The Wild Atlantic Way Route
Nine standout stops on the Wild Atlantic Way, with which town to base in for each.
Wild Atlantic Way Itinerary – Ireland’s Most Epic Road Trip
Ireland’s 2,500km Atlantic coast road, broken into sections you can actually drive.
30 Best Things To Do in Ireland
Thirty of the best things to do across the country, the canonical YIA bucket list.
A Photographer’s Definitive Ireland Road Trip
A photographer’s loop of Ireland, weighted toward Connemara, Kerry, and the north coast.
WHEN TO VISIT
Pick Your Season
Four seasons, four different Irelands. Here is what each one actually feels like, what to pack, the festivals worth planning around, and who each season suits best.
SPRING
Spring
March to May
Spring is when Ireland starts opening up again. Cool, often wet, but the days get long fast and the countryside turns green by mid-April. Expect plenty of rain showers between dry spells.
8 to 13°CAvg temp (46 to 55°F)
12 to 16 hrsDaylight
12 to 14Rain days / month
What to pack: Waterproof jacket, layers, sturdy walking shoes, a warm hat for early mornings.
Signature events
- St Patrick’s Festival, Dublin17 March
- World Irish Dancing ChampionshipsLate March, host city varies
- International Literature Festival DublinMay
- Punchestown FestivalLate April, County Kildare
Best for: Travellers who want green countryside and long days without summer crowds or summer prices.
SUMMER
Summer
June to August
Summer is Ireland at its busiest and brightest. Long days, mild temperatures, lots of green. It still rains, just less, and you can be out walking until 10 pm in June.
14 to 20°CAvg temp (57 to 68°F)
16 to 18 hrsDaylight
11 to 13Rain days / month
What to pack: Layers, a light waterproof, sunglasses, plus a warmer top for breezy evenings on the coast.
Signature events
- Bloomsday, Dublin16 June
- Galway International Arts FestivalJuly
- Longitude Festival, DublinJuly
- Puck Fair, KillorglinAugust, County Kerry
- Galway RacesLate July to early August
Best for: First-time visitors who want long evening light, the most reliable weather, and don’t mind paying more or sharing the road.
AUTUMN
Autumn
September to November
September often holds onto summer warmth and the light is gorgeous. October and November cool off and the rain starts to bite. Days shorten quickly after the clocks change.
8 to 15°CAvg temp (46 to 59°F)
9 to 13 hrsDaylight
13 to 16Rain days / month
What to pack: Waterproof shell, fleece or jumper, walking boots, scarf and gloves by late November.
Signature events
- Galway International Oyster FestivalLate September
- Dublin Theatre FestivalLate September to October
- Dingle Food FestivalOctober, County Kerry
- Cork Jazz FestivalOctober bank holiday
- Derry Halloween (Banks of the Foyle)31 October
Best for: Travellers who want fewer crowds, lower hotel rates, real Irish weather, and one of the best stretches of light all year.
WINTER
Winter
December to February
Winter is cold, wet and dark. Snow is rare outside the hills. Days are short, with light gone by half four in December. Many rural attractions close or run reduced hours, but pubs, cities and castles feel best in this season.
3 to 8°CAvg temp (37 to 46°F)
7 to 9 hrsDaylight
14 to 17Rain days / month
What to pack: Insulated waterproof, warm jumper, hat, gloves, scarf, properly waterproof boots.
Signature events
- New Year’s Festival, Dublin31 December to 1 January
- Wren Day in towns across Ireland26 December
- Temple Bar TradFest, DublinLate January
- Six Nations rugby, Aviva StadiumFebruary
- Killarney Christmas in KillarneyDecember, County Kerry
Best for: Travellers who want pubs, castles, Christmas markets and city breaks, and can handle short days, wet weather and reduced rural opening hours.
What Moves You
Plan by Interest
Six ways to think about the trip. Click whichever pulls at you, you can mix and match later.
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Where We'd Start
If you only had time for one or two guides, these are the ones we’d send your way first.
At a Glance
Ireland, At a Glance
Our coverage runs the full length of the island, from the Causeway Coast up north to the Wild Atlantic Way down south. Click a pin to jump straight to the guides for that spot.
Things to Do in Ireland
Ulster
Connacht
Leinster
Munster
Hover a county or city. Click to open the top guide in a new tab.
By Province
Browse by Region
Ireland’s split four ways. Pick a corner of the island and we’ll show you what’s there.
Plan a Trip
Itineraries and Road Trips
Multi-day routes and itineraries we’ve actually driven, walked, or trained between. Pick a length, follow the days, swap stops if you want.
10 Days in Ireland: The Ultimate Itinerary
Ten days, ten stops, the route we’d send a first-time visitor with two weeks of vacation.
Wild Atlantic Way Itinerary – Ireland’s Most Epic Road Trip
Ireland’s 2,500km Atlantic coast road, broken into sections you can actually drive.
9 Best Places On The Wild Atlantic Way Route
Nine standout stops on the Wild Atlantic Way, with which town to base in for each.
The Ring Of Kerry Drive: Itinerary, Highlights & Tips
The classic one-day Kerry loop, with the viewpoints worth a stop and the ones you can skip.
A Photographer’s Definitive Ireland Road Trip
A photographer’s loop of Ireland, weighted toward Connemara, Kerry, and the north coast.
A Weekend in Dublin, Ireland: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
Two days in Dublin without the tourist-trap mistakes we made the first time.
The Perfect Weekend In Belfast
Forty-eight hours in Belfast, from Titanic Quarter to a late one in the Cathedral Quarter.
Weekend in Cork: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
A relaxed Cork city weekend, with day trip options if the weather cooperates.
A Perfect Weekend in Derry: Where To Eat, Drink, Stay and Play
Walls, walking tours, and the best place in Derry to settle in for the evening.
Weekend in Galway: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
Two days in Galway built around the pubs, the bay, and a Saturday morning at the market.
Weekend in Killarney: The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
Killarney as a base for the lakes, the national park, and a day on the Ring of Kerry.
A Perfect Weekend in Kilkenny: A Local’s Guide
A medieval city you can walk end to end, with the castle, the cathedral, and a proper pub crawl.
See the Icons
Iconic Sights and Landmarks
The big-ticket places people come to Ireland for, plus a few that don’t make the postcards but should.
30 Best Things To Do in Ireland
Thirty of the best things to do across the country, the canonical YIA bucket list.
How To Visit The Cliffs Of Moher (Complete Guide)
The complete cliffs guide, parking, ticket timing, and which trail gives you the best views without crowds.
Killarney National Park: A Complete Visitor’s Guide
Boats, abbeys, gardens, and Ireland’s only native red deer herd.
Skellig Michael Puffins – Best Wildlife Experience in Ireland
Climbing the monks’ steps to meet thousands of puffins on a UNESCO island off Kerry.
Guide To Visiting The Magical Skellig Islands
How to book a boat to the Skelligs, when the season runs, and what to expect on the crossing.
The Aran Islands: A Complete Travel Guide
Three Atlantic islands, three days, Gaelic-speaking villages and Iron Age forts on cliff edges.
Kylemore Abbey Visitor Guide: Everything You Need To Know
A neo-Gothic castle, a walled Victorian garden, and the lake reflection that gets all the photos.
Tips For Visiting Dunluce Castle in Northern Ireland
Ruins on a basalt cliff above the north coast, the kitchen famously fell into the sea.
Visiting Malahide Castle, Dublin: One Of Ireland’s Oldest Castles
Dublin’s medieval castle with a botanic garden and a quick DART ride from the city.
Visiting The Hellfire Club, Dublin
A short, weird hike up to a 1700s hunting lodge with a properly dark history.
Guide to Finding The Phoenix Park Deer in Dublin
Where to find the wild deer herd inside Europe’s largest urban park.
Discovering The Beautiful Boyne Valley – Ireland’s Ancient East
Newgrange, Knowth, and the prehistoric tombs older than the pyramids, an hour from Dublin.
Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Northern Ireland Map
Every Westeros location on the north coast and how to tie them into a single day trip.
Lakes in Northern Ireland You NEED to Visit
Fermanagh, Mournes, and the lakes most visitors never bother with.
Visiting Dublinia – A Visual History Of Vikings In Ireland
Walking through Dublinia and the parts of Dublin that started as Viking longphort.
Killarney Ireland Travel Guide: Complete Tips
The full Killarney guide, lakes, jaunting cars, the national park, and the gap of Dunloe.
Clifden Ireland: The Hidden Heart of Connemara
The unofficial capital of Connemara, the start of the Sky Road, and a proper west-coast base.
Wicklow Travel: A Complete Guide For Visitors
Glendalough, the Wicklow Way, and the mountains everyone forgets are an hour from Dublin.
Unforgettable Places To Visit In Ireland Rated By Bloggers
Ten places to visit in Ireland, picked by travel bloggers who actually went.
The Most Beautiful Towns In Ireland You Need To Visit
Adare, Kinsale, Dingle, and the small towns worth detouring for.
Tayto Park: A Visit to Ireland’s Only Theme Park
Ireland’s only theme park, north of Dublin, with a wooden rollercoaster and a zoo attached.
Get Outside
Hikes and Outdoor Adventures
Cliff loops, mountain ridges, cave routes, fishing rivers, and where to camp if you want to spend the night out.
15 Best Hikes in Ireland: A Local’s Trail Guide
Fifteen of Ireland’s best walks, ranked and mapped, gentle paths to mountain ridges.
7 Best Hikes Near Dublin, Ireland
Seven trails within an hour of the city, Howth, Bray to Greystones, the Wicklow tops.
Hiking In Galway: 10 Best Trails For All Levels
Ten Galway hikes across Connemara, the Burren, and the islands, easy to all-day.
Howth Cliff Walk: Complete Howth Hiking Guide
Dublin’s underrated cliff loop, ninety minutes from the DART, with proper Atlantic views.
Hiking Doolin to The Cliffs of Moher (Doolin Cliff Walk)
Walk the cliffs of Moher from Doolin, the cheaper, quieter, more beautiful way to see them.
Walks in Glendalough: Hiking The Spinc And Glenealo Valley
The Spinc and Glenealo, the climb that earns one of the best views in Wicklow.
The Dangerous Hike Up To Ireland’s Highest Cave
The dodgy scramble up to Ireland’s highest cave, and whether it’s worth the trouble.
All You Need To Know About Mountain Biking In Northern Ireland
Castlewellan, Rostrevor, and where to ride if you want technical trails north of the border.
5 Best Fly Fishing Spots in Ireland
Five rivers and loughs for fly fishing, with what’s running and when to go.
5 Best Campsites In Ireland For Adventurous Travellers
Five campsites we’d actually go back to, from Wild Atlantic Way pitches to family-friendly parks.
Tips For Camping In Ireland And What To Bring
Wild camping rules, gear for Irish weather, and how to keep dry when it inevitably rains.
Castle Country
Castles
Ireland has thousands of castles. Here’s where to find the best ones county by county.
7 Ancient Castles in Ireland You Need To Explore
Seven of Ireland’s oldest castles, from coastal ruins to working medieval keeps.
10 Best Castles in Dublin, Ireland
Ten castles within Dublin’s county lines, including the ones most tourists miss.
5 Top Castles To Visit in Cork (+Castle Accommodation)
Five Cork castles worth visiting, plus the few you can actually stay overnight in.
Castles in Clare That Would Be Great On Your itinerary
Bunratty, Knappogue, and the lesser-known towers that fit into a Clare road trip.
Secret Castles in Northern Ireland – Game Of Thrones Territory
Secret castles up north, including the ones you’ll recognise from Game of Thrones.
How Many Castles Are In Ireland?
The actual answer to the question every visitor asks, plus what counts as a castle.
City and Town Guides
Town and City Things to Do
Pick a town, get the full list. Every county and every major destination, with what to do, where to eat, and where to base yourself.
Republic of Ireland
33 Best Things To Do in Galway, Ireland
Thirty-three things to do in Galway, the festivals, the music, the bay, and the bits of Connemara within reach.
Best Things To Do In Cork (City & Day Trips)
Cork city plus easy day trips, the rebel county on a long weekend.
15 Best Things To Do in Howth, Ireland
Fifteen things to do in Howth, the cliff walk, the seafood, and a quick boat to Ireland’s Eye.
15 Best Things to do in Bray
Fifteen things to do in Bray, the prom, the cliff path to Greystones, and the cafe scene.
15 Best Things To Do in Doolin, Ireland
Fifteen things to do in Doolin, the unofficial capital of trad music and the gateway to the Cliffs.
20 Best Things To Do in Dingle, Ireland
Twenty things to do in Dingle, the peninsula drive, the pubs, and the Saturday morning market.
15 Best Things To Do in Wicklow, Ireland
Fifteen things to do in Wicklow, Glendalough, the gardens, and the mountains people drive past.
15 Best Things To Do in Kinsale, Ireland
Fifteen things to do in Kinsale, the gourmet capital of Ireland and one of the prettiest harbours in the country.
21 Amazing Things To Do in West Cork This Summer
Twenty-one West Cork experiences, including Mizen Head, Clonakilty, and the islands you can ferry to.
15 Unique Things To Do in Waterford: A Local’s Guide
Fifteen Waterford ideas, the Viking triangle, the Greenway, and the crystal factory tour.
29 Free Things To Do in Dublin: A Local’s Guide
Twenty-nine things you can do in Dublin without spending a euro, including museums most cities charge for.
20 Activities in Dublin (That Don’t Involve Drinking)
Twenty Dublin activities that don’t involve drinking, useful if you’re travelling sober or with kids.
10 Things To Do In Dun Laoghaire, Dublin
Ten things to do in Dun Laoghaire, the pier walk, the People’s Park, and an underrated bookshop scene.
28 Unique Things To Do in Clare: Ireland’s Foodie Trail
Twenty-eight Clare ideas, including the Burren, the Cliffs, and the foodie trail people don’t talk about.
15 Amazing Things To Do in Monaghan
Fifteen things to do in Monaghan, a quiet county that surprises if you actually stop.
Fun Things To Do in Wexford – Ireland’s Sunny Southeast
Wexford in the sunny southeast, the beaches, the Norman heritage, and the Hook lighthouse.
21 Unique Things To Do in Kerry, Ireland – The Kingdom County
Twenty-one things to do across Kerry, the Ring, the Skelligs, Dingle, and Killarney rolled up.
15 Fun Things To Do in Killarney, Ireland
Fifteen things to do in Killarney, with the trad pubs, the lakes, and the national park trails.
Fun Things To Do in Tipperary – Ireland’s Ancient East
Tipperary ideas in Ireland’s Ancient East, the rock of Cashel, the Glen of Aherlow, and on.
17 Fun Things To Do in Sligo – Ireland’s Underrated Adventure Capital
Seventeen things to do in Sligo, Yeats country, Knocknarea, and the underrated surf coast.
Why We Love County Leitrim, And Why You Will Too!
Leitrim is small but the lakes, the Shannon, and the trad scene make it worth a stop.
Unique Things To Do in Donegal Town in Ireland’s Northwest
Why Donegal town is a better base than people realise for the northwest coast.
Unique Things To Do in Carlingford – Ireland’s Adventure Centre
Ireland’s adventure capital on the border, with ziplines, sailing, and a medieval village.
17 Unique Things To Do In Meath, Ireland – The Royal County
Seventeen things to do in Meath, Newgrange, the Hill of Tara, and Trim Castle in one weekend.
Why There’s More To Blanchardstown Than Meets The Eye
Blanchardstown sits 30 minutes from Dublin city and has more going for it than the locals admit.
Fun Things To Do in Kildare – Ireland’s Ancient East
Kildare for the horses, the gardens, and a day trip from Dublin that doesn’t feel like one.
Fun Things To Do in Kilkenny – Ireland’s Marble City
The medieval mile, the castle, and why Kilkenny punches above other midland cities.
Fifteen Unmissable Things to do in Limerick
Fifteen things to do in Limerick, King John’s castle, the milk market, and the river walk.
7 Things To Do In Dublin When It Rains
Seven things to do in Dublin when the weather goes sideways, which is most days.
12 Reasons Kilkenny City Might Just Be Ireland’s Best
Twelve reasons Kilkenny city outranks bigger destinations for a long weekend.
15 Best Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin
Fifteen ways to do the Dublin Paddy’s Day weekend, from parade tips to the trad sessions worth queuing for.
Northern Ireland
27 Fun Things To Do in Belfast, Ireland
Twenty-seven Belfast experiences, from Titanic Quarter to the murals to the comedy clubs.
15 Best Things To Do in Derry, Ireland
Fifteen things to do in Derry, the walls, the murals, and the city most travellers skip.
12 Active Things To Do Enniskillen, County Fermanagh
Twelve things to do in Enniskillen and around the Fermanagh lakelands.
Free Things To Do in Belfast This Summer
Free Belfast things to do, the murals, the parks, and the museums that don’t charge admission.
Practical Bits
Trip Planning Toolkit
Weather, packing, getting around, and how to keep the trip affordable. The boring-but-useful posts.
Day Trip Ideas
Day Trips
From any major city, here’s where to head out for the day, including the trips that work on public transport.
7 Best Day Trips From Dublin, Ireland
Seven of Dublin’s best day trips, from Glendalough to the Boyne Valley, with how to get there without a car.
5 Best Day Trips From Belfast, Ireland
Five Belfast day trips, the Causeway, the Mournes, and a Game of Thrones loop.
12 Of The Best Day Trips From Galway
Twelve Galway day trips, Connemara, the Aran Islands, the Burren, and the Cliffs of Moher.
10 Epic Day Trips From Cork (Chosen By a Cork Local)
Ten day trips from Cork picked by a local, Kinsale, Cobh, and the Beara Peninsula.
Guided Experiences
Tours, Tastings and Experiences
When you’d rather have someone else drive, plan, or pour the whiskey. The guided experiences we’d actually book again.
15 Best Dublin Tours: Food, Culture and More!
Fifteen Dublin tours that actually deliver, food walks, culture tours, and the haunted-pub crawl.
Best Belfast City Tours For First-Time Visitors
Belfast city tours we’d send a first-time visitor on, including the black-cab tour through the murals.
Newgrange and Boyne Valley: Best Day Tours From Dublin
How to do Newgrange and the Boyne Valley as a guided day from Dublin without the rush.
Jameson Distillery Dublin Tour – Ireland’s Best Selling Whiskey
The Bow Street Jameson tour, what’s included, and whether the upgraded tastings are worth the money.
The 10 Best Whiskey Distillery Tours in Ireland
Ten Irish whiskey distillery tours, from the giants to the small craft producers.
10 Luxurious Afternoon Tea Experiences in Ireland
Ten afternoon teas worth dressing up for, from castle hotels to Dublin’s grand dames.
Eat, Drink, Linger
Pubs, Food and Drink
The pubs you should know about, the pints worth queuing for, the food that’s not just “Irish stew”, and a few caveats about drinking culture.
10 Best Pubs In Galway, Ireland
Ten Galway pubs picked for trad sessions, pints, and a proper night out.
7 Best Pubs in Kinsale, Ireland
Seven Kinsale pubs in the harbour town that punches its weight on food and drink.
10 Best Bars In Belfast, Northern Ireland
Ten Belfast bars across cocktail spots, craft beer, and the Cathedral Quarter standards.
The Cheapest Pint In Dublin: A Local’s Guide
A local’s guide to where you can still get a Guinness under six euro in Dublin city centre.
13 Unique Pubs In Dublin To Grab A Drink
Thirteen Dublin pubs with proper stories behind them, from converted morgues to former music shops.
Whiskey in Ireland: Here Are The Ones You May Not Have Heard Of
The Irish whiskeys worth tasting, including the small producers most visitors never hear about.
By County
Browse by County
Tap a county and we’ll surface every guide we’ve written there.
County Antrim
County Clare
County Cork
County Derry
County Donegal
County Down
County Dublin
County Fermanagh
County Galway
County Kerry
County Kildare
County Kilkenny
County Leitrim
County Limerick
County Louth
County Mayo
County Meath
County Monaghan
County Sligo
County Tipperary
County Waterford
County Wexford
County Wicklow
Coast and Sea
Beaches and Coastal
Ireland’s coastline runs over 3,000 kilometres. These are the beaches and seaside towns worth pointing the car at.
6 Best Beaches Dublin Has To Offer
Six Dublin beaches, including the ones the locals actually go to in summer.
15 Best Seaside Towns in Ireland To Visit This Summer
Fifteen seaside towns from Cork to Donegal, ranked by how much you’ll want to extend your stay.
The Most Beautiful Seaside Towns in Northern Ireland
Portrush, Portstewart, Ballycastle, the coastal towns of the north worth basing in.
Why Everyone Flocks To Portstewart Each Summer
Why Portstewart’s Atlantic-facing strand pulls a crowd every summer weekend.
Reasons To Visit Newcastle, County Down This Summer
Newcastle at the foot of the Mournes, the beach, the boardwalk, and the mountain hikes from the doorstep.
On the Course
Golf in Ireland
Links courses, parkland resorts, and the world-ranked names. Where to play and what to expect at green-fee time.
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Ten of the best Irish courses, with green fees, lead times, and what makes each one worth the trip.
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Seven Northern Ireland courses including the two Royals, plus the cheaper ones still worth playing.
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Ten Irish golf resorts where you can stay on the property and play 36 a day.
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Newcastle’s Royal County Down, regularly named the best course in the world outside the US.
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Portrush’s Dunluce links, the 2019 Open venue, and the second course most people miss.
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Portmarnock’s championship links north of Dublin, with a 130-year history and the wind to match.
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Donegal’s Atlantic links, the most northerly Open-quality course in Ireland.
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The Belfast suburb course where Rory McIlroy learned the game.
Culture and Calendar
Festivals and Culture
Festivals, music, slang, ghost stories, and the cultural side trips that make a visit feel less like sightseeing.
Christmas In Dublin: 10 Things To See and Do
Markets, lights, and pubs that lean into the season, ten things worth your evening.
The Top Belfast Festivals And Events For You This Summer
Belfast’s summer festival lineup, music, food, and the ones worth booking accommodation for.
Fun Festivals and Exciting Events in Ireland This July
What’s on in July across the country, from Galway International Arts to the small village fleadhs.
Cool Festivals to Check Out In Ireland In August
August festivals worth planning a trip around, including the Puck Fair in Kerry.
Festivals in Ireland in September: Our Festival Guide
September festivals across food, music, and matchmaking (yes, that’s a real one).
Exciting Derry Festivals You’ll Love This September and October
Derry’s autumn calendar including Banks of the Foyle Hallowe’en, Europe’s biggest Hallowe’en festival.
Best Festivals in Ireland in November: Your Irish Festival Guide
November festivals, the cosy month for storytelling, jazz, and Tradfest warm-ups.
Top 5 Music Venues in Dublin, Ireland
Five Dublin venues across trad, indie, and the big concert halls.
40 Irish Slang Phrases You Need To Know!
Forty Irish phrases that will help you understand what’s actually being said in the pub.
The Best Irish Photographers on Instagram
Irish photographers worth following for an honest look at the country between your trips.
The 27 Best Irish Instagrammers To Follow In 2020
Twenty-seven Irish Instagrammers covering food, travel, and the best photo spots.
Five Irish Designers You Need To Know (and where to find them!)
Five Irish designers across fashion and craft, plus where to find their work in person.
The Most Haunted Places In Ireland
Ireland’s most haunted houses, ruins, and roads, with the backstory behind each one.
10 Facts You Didn’t Know About Ireland
Ten Ireland facts that will surprise even people who’ve visited a few times.
Whats’s the best thing about living in Ireland? #Reddit Responds.
Reddit’s r/Ireland answers what makes life here actually good.
12 Reasons We Love Dublin Airport
Twelve reasons Dublin Airport beats most major hubs, from the lounges to the duty-free.
Real Guides by Real People
Real guides by people who actually go
Every guide on Your Irish Adventure is written by someone who’s been on the ground in the place they’re writing about. No glossy filler, no recycled press kits. Just the trip we’d plan for a friend.
Nick Wharton
Nick built Your Irish Adventure after a few too many Ireland trips and not enough good guides written by people who’d actually been. He runs the site, edits every post, and answers every reader email.
Dariece Swift
Dariece is the photographer and on-the-ground researcher. She handles the field work, the photo edits, and most of the actual planning that goes into every trip.
Conor Phelan
Conor is an Irish born creative freelancer with strong experience as a camera operator, photographer, video editor, and writer.
Emer
Emer is an Ireland enthusiast and thoroughly enjoys advising people about the country she grew up in.
Janet Newenham
Janet Newenham is an Irish travel writer, journalist, and adventure tour operator from Cork (originally from Carrigaline), whose writing style is a mix of practical travel guidance with a deep love of off-the-beaten-path experiences.
Krystianna Pietrzak
Krystianna is a recent college graduate who studied abroad in Ireland at University College Dublin.
Sinead Camplin
Sinead Camplin blogs at Map Made Memories, writing about affordable family travel in the United Kingdom and worldwide, as well as planning and travel (plus survival!) tips and tricks.
Vourneen McElwain
Vourneen is a travel writer from Ireland who has lived in 4 counties and visited all but 3 of the 32 counties in Ireland.