Wonders of Ireland | Most Amazing Places in Ireland | 4K Travel Guide

Ireland.  Land of medieval castles, land of majestic 
cliffs, land of pubs and ancient traditions. A thin mist envelops ancient valleys. Atlantic waves crash against magnificent cliffs.
Green valleys stretch to the horizon. Welcome to Ireland. Welcome to an emerald island 
that faces the Atlantic Ocean. Known as the Emerald Isle, this is a place 
where time flows to the rhythm of the tides, where the four seasons alternate in a 
single day, where ancient legends still live, among misty hills and valleys.
But let’s start from the beginning… Ireland stretches west of Great Britain 
and is an island divided into two entities: the independent Republic of Ireland and 
Northern Ireland, part of the United Kingdom. Despite this political division, Celtic 
culture and traditions are shared, and the border between the two is almost imperceptible, 
just a subtle change in the color of road signs. This land is a mosaic of green in infinite 
shades, a true emerald set in the Atlantic, which is precisely where its 
nickname “Emerald Isle” comes from. In fact, about 65% of Irish 
territory is agricultural or rural, a serene landscape shaped by centuries 
of coexistence between humans and nature. Despite its northern location, Ireland enjoys 
a temperate oceanic climate, thanks to the beneficial influence of the Gulf Stream.
Here, snow is a rare event, but rain is an almost daily companion.
It’s not unusual to experience all four seasons in a single day: from bright sunshine, to 
driving rain, to brief gusts of wind and moments of serene calm, all within a few hours.
Moreover, traveling the roads that wind through this landscape, you encounter 
monuments older than the Egyptian pyramids. Newgrange, for example, is a Neolithic 
site dating back to 3200 BCE, standing as a witness to a civilization 
that had already understood the secrets   of the winter solstice, with the sun’s rays on 
this particular day of the year penetrating the structure, illuminating the inner corridor.
Equally fascinating are the numerous medieval stone structures that dot the Irish landscape, 
imposing defensive buildings that rise on hills and cliffs, some with majestic circular towers, 
others surrounded by deep moats, all witnesses to centuries of troubled history between conflicts, 
conquests, and fierce resistance against invaders. Irish Gaelic, meanwhile, still resonates as 
the first official language of the Republic, although English is now more widespread.
In areas called “Gaeltacht,” primarily along the western coast, Gaelic is still 
the everyday language, preserving a   thousand-year-old linguistic heritage.
This nation is surprisingly young, with one of the lowest median age 
populations in Europe, around 38 years. And then there’s the music, which 
is the beating heart of Ireland. Musical notes are the common thread 
that unites past and present, from   Celtic rhythms to folk ballads, not to mention 
traditional instruments like the “bodhrán”, the “tin whistle,” the “uilleann pipe”, and the 
fiddle, or contemporary celebrated bands like U2. Furthermore, Irish pubs, with their 
colored facades and evocative names,   are not just places to drink, but 
genuine social and cultural centers. It’s here that spontaneous music sessions are 
held, where local musicians gather to play   together, and where stories are handed down 
and community relationships are cultivated. And, naturally, it’s here 
that Guinness flows freely,   the iconic dark beer born in Dublin in 1759, 
now a national symbol as much as the harp, which appears on Irish coins and official documents.
The shamrock, while not the official symbol, is intimately linked to Irish identity, as it’s said 
that St. Patrick used it to explain the concept of the Christian Trinity to the ancient pagan Celts.
This also explains Irish folklore, which is a rich tapestry of stories of druids, 
leprechauns, banshees, and giants. Many natural locations, such as 
the spectacular Giant’s Causeway   in Northern Ireland, with its 40,000 hexagonal 
basalt columns, are tied to ancient legends. But Irish influence extends well beyond the 
island’s borders, with over 70 million people worldwide claiming Irish heritage, especially 
in the United States, Canada, and Australia. It’s perhaps for this reason that St. Patrick’s 
Day is now celebrated in every corner of the planet, temporarily transforming into Irish even 
those who don’t have a drop of Celtic blood. Finally, in the last two decades, Ireland has 
undergone a profound economic transformation. Especially Dublin has become a European 
base for tech giants like Google,   Facebook, Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon.
Thanks to favorable taxation, the island is now known as the “European Silicon Valley,” 
a fascinating contrast with the rural image of green pastures and stone cottages.
Ireland, therefore, is much more than a simple island in the Atlantic.
It’s a country that has reinvented itself, keeping its roots firm while 
looking decisively to the future. But now, let’s discover the most 
incredible places in this nation. Cliffs of Moher The roar of the Atlantic strikes a 
rock barrier that rises 214 meters. Here, on Ireland’s western coast, the Cliffs of 
Moher have defied the ocean for 350 million years. Water has carved caves at the base 
of the cliffs, Wind has shaped every   layer of rock for eight kilometers, and thousands 
of seabirds have made these walls their home. O’Brien’s Tower, built in 1835, 
dominates the highest point. From here, on clear days, the view reaches 
the Aran Islands and the Connemara mountains. Paths follow the edge of the cliffs, while 
the stone changes color with the hours,   and legends even speak of a 
submerged city beneath the waves. The best time to visit this place is between 
April and September, when the weather is more   stable, the days are longer, and nature 
expresses itself in all its splendor. Cobh
This small port city on the Irish coast hides stories larger than its size.
For instance, it was the Titanic’s last port of call before its fatal voyage in 1912, or 
its docks, which saw three million Irish people depart during the Great Famine, 
seeking new lives across the ocean. Here, colorful terraced houses cling 
to the hills overlooking the harbor,   like spectators to history that has been.
The majestic St. Colman’s Cathedral, meanwhile, dominates the horizon, 
with its spires pointing skyward. Today, cruise ships dock where people once 
emigrated, and tourists stroll along the   waterfront, unaware they’re walking on the same 
stones trodden by people who would never return. Moreover, just offshore looms Spike Island, the 
fortress-island nicknamed “Ireland’s Alcatraz,” which for centuries housed prisoners 
of war, rebels, and common criminals. From here, you can almost hear the echo 
of the prisoners’ voices counting the days   while gazing at the freedom of Cobh, so close 
yet unreachable, across the stretch of water. Giant’s Causeway The north coast of Northern Ireland guards 
a geological enigma that defies logic. Forty thousand basalt columns emerge from 
the sea, like the keys of a primordial piano. They’re perfect hexagonal formations, 
created not by human hands,   but by an ancient volcanic eruption, 
followed by the rapid cooling of lava. Local tradition tells a different story, 
of an Irish giant who built this road   to reach Scotland and challenge his rival.
Here, the light changes throughout the day, transforming the landscape from 
gray to gold, from blue to green,   and Atlantic waves crash ceaselessly 
against the columns, in a confrontation that has lasted for 60 million years.
Tourists jump from one column to another, while science and folklore dance together, 
leaving observers in doubt about what to believe. Dublin
Along the banks of the River Liffey, Dublin represents Ireland’s 
cultural epicenter, where literature and brewing tradition intertwine in the soul of the city.
Trinity College, which is the island’s oldest academic institution, houses 
the spectacular Long Room. This impressive gallery with oak arches 
protects thousands of ancient volumes, creating an atmosphere reminiscent 
of a cathedral of knowledge. In the lively Temple Bar district, 
elegant Georgian-style buildings   look out onto cobbled streets 
that pulse with artistic life. Not far away, Dublin Castle stands 
majestically on the foundations of   an ancient Viking settlement, and its 
walls speak of centuries of history, conflicts, and resistance that 
have shaped the capital’s identity. Finally, walking along the wide Georgian streets 
like Merrion Square and St. Stephen’s Green, the colorful portals of typical Dublin 
houses have an elegance from another time, while the modern glass buildings 
of the financial district along   the river show the contemporary face of a 
European capital in continuous evolution. Ring of Kerry
A 179-kilometer circuit that doesn’t just show the Irish coast 
but tells the story of this land across centuries. Here the coast meets the ocean in a way 
that challenges expectations. In fact, as roads wind among villages suspended in time, 
the landscape transforms with every curve. Tourists are usually attracted by the spectacular 
coastal views, but they return home carrying in their hearts the authenticity of the place, 
encounters with locals, and their stories. Along the route, ancient circular towers 
and ruins of medieval castles stand silent, while stone fortresses blend harmoniously 
with the wild landscape surrounding them. The Ring isn’t just a tourist route 
but a journey through Irish culture,   where every stone has witnessed the 
passage of Vikings, monks, and rebels. Burren National Park
A lunar landscape in Irish territory that challenges the expectations 
of anyone visiting it for the first time. This 1,500-hectare territory doesn’t feature 
trees or typical Irish vegetation but exposes bare limestone rocks that tell 340 
million years of Earth’s history. The paradox of the Burren, however, 
reveals itself when Arctic, Mediterranean, and Alpine plants bloom side by side in the 
cracks of the stone, creating an ecosystem that shouldn’t and couldn’t exist.
Colorful flowers emerge from the gray rock every spring, while Neolithic 
constructions blend with the landscape. The Burren also preserves the highest 
concentration of megalithic tombs in Ireland, testimony to how prehistoric humans found 
meaning in this seemingly inhospitable place. Cork A city that doesn’t present itself like 
other Irish companions but reveals its identity through streets arranged on different 
levels and bridges connecting neighborhoods. Cork develops around the River Lee, which divides 
and then reunites, creating an urban island. Streets wind on different levels, with 
bridges connecting neighborhoods and stories,   but what surprises is certainly the 
covered market, where vendors have offered local products in the same place 
since 1788, keeping alive a tradition that has resisted even the supermarket era.
St. Anne’s church tower allows visitors to ring the bells that have marked 
the city’s time for centuries. Moreover, residents define themselves 
as “Corkonians” before Irish, reflecting a local spirit that earned the city   the nickname “rebel capital” during 
the struggle for Irish independence. Killarney National Park
In the heart of Ireland lies a territory that preserves the country’s past.
Founded in 1932, this park doesn’t simply offer nature but reveals a world where history 
and wilderness exist in perfect balance. Deer cross forests that have 
grown undisturbed for centuries,   while lakes reflect moving clouds, 
as they have done for millennia. What surprises about this place is how humans have 
interacted with this space without dominating it. For example, we find the Victorian estate of 
Muckross House, surrounded by gardens that gradually blend with the native forest.
Or not far from here, on the shores of Lough Leane, the suggestive ruins of Ross 
Castle are reflected in the placid waters of the lake, evoking the times when the 
“O’Donoghue” clans dominated the region. Moreover, the paths crossing the oak and yew 
forests offer privileged glimpses into the life of local mammals, from red foxes to martens, 
which thrive in this protected ecosystem. Connemara
A wild region, in western Ireland. This territory represents not just a landscape but 
a cultural refuge, where Celtic traditions survive not as tourist attractions but as lived life.
Villages are scattered among hills and lakes, connected by narrow roads that 
follow paths used for centuries. What distinguishes Connemara from other rural 
areas, however, is the constantly changing light, transforming the same place multiple times a day, 
as clouds and sun alternate in rapid succession. The stone walls, furthermore, 
extend for thousands of kilometers,   built without mortar and resistant to Atlantic 
winds that would bend even modern structures. And finally, there are the Connemara 
ponies, a unique horse breed in the world,   that roam semi-wild in this landscape for hundreds of years, a symbol of a land that produces 
resistant creatures, like its inhabitants. Galway
A city where musical notes come out of open doors, creating 
a soundtrack that changes with every step. Galway isn’t visited but lived through 
encounters in its medieval streets,   where street musicians compete with artists of 
all kinds to capture the attention of passersby. The city is divided between the ancient Latin 
Quarter, where merchant tribes controlled   trade in the Middle Ages, and the modern 
university, which brings energy and innovation. The River Corrib runs through the center,   while markets and contemporary festivals 
transform the city into an open-air stage. The cathedral, meanwhile, has stood since 1965 
on the river banks, with its dome dominating the city skyline, telling the story of 
a faith that has shaped Irish identity. Finally, the city’s pubs keep alive the 
tradition of music sessions, where local   musicians and visitors spontaneously join in 
performances that sometimes last until dawn. Dingle Peninsula
A peninsula that extends into the Atlantic like a finger pointing toward America.
Here, the road narrows until it becomes a path, while villages are reduced to groups 
of houses that resist wind and time. Dingle has a concentration of over 2,000 
historical monuments in a very contained space. For example, stone circles tell of 
ceremonies from 4,000 years ago,   while Celtic crosses testify 
to the arrival of Christianity. Offshore, Blasket Island preserves the memories 
of the last community that abandoned it in 1953, when the Irish government decided that 
life there had become too dangerous. Here, moreover, dolphins approach visitors’ 
boats as they did with Bronze Age fishermen. Often, those who come for a day stay for a week,   captured by the rhythm of a place 
where time is measured by the tides. Aran Islands Three stone islands that emerge from the ocean 
as witnesses to unparalleled human determination. Here, people created fertile ground where none 
existed, carrying seaweed and sand onto the bare rocks to generate cultivable fields.
Stone walls extend for kilometers, dividing the territory into tiny plots 
that protect crops from Atlantic winds. These barriers were built without 
mortar, yet they’ve stood for centuries,   thanks solely to the skill with which 
each stone interlocks with others. The residents, moreover, live between two worlds,   the first being the ancient one of Celtic legends, 
and the second the modern one of tourist ferries. It’s also worth remembering the prehistoric 
fort of Dun Aengus, which stands on the edge   of a sheer cliff, defying the sea and time 
with the same impassivity as its builders. Rock of Cashel A rocky outcrop that rises from the 
surrounding plain in a sea of green. This collection of medieval buildings 
represents not just a monument but a   crucial chapter in Ireland’s 
conversion to Christianity. Tradition says that here St. Patrick baptized 
the King of Munster in the 5th century, forever changing the course of Irish history.
The roofless cathedral allows the sky to become part of the architecture, while the round tower 
stands like a beacon, visible for kilometers. There are also Celtic crosses in the cemetery, 
telling stories through symbols, mixing paganism and Christianity in a unique visual language.
You can also climb the 61 steps of the bell tower and be rewarded with a view that the kings 
of Ireland considered worthy of a divine dwelling. Kinsale
A port where naval history and gastronomy intertwine in a 
story few expect to find in a fishing village. Streets wind uphill from the sea toward 
the hill, in a labyrinth of narrow,   colorful streets that hide restaurants 
renowned throughout the country. What transforms Kinsale from 
a simple coastal location to   a cult destination is the event 
that took place offshore in 1915, when a German submarine sank the Lusitania, 
pushing America toward World War I. Charles Fort’s star-shaped fort, moreover, 
has guarded the bay entrance since 1677, a witness to battles and sieges 
that have marked Ireland’s destiny. Food festivals, meanwhile, attract 
chefs from around the world to this   southwestern corner of the island, where fish 
passes from boats to plates in a few hours. Wicklow Mountains
A mountain range that doesn’t impress with its height but surprises with 
the history it holds among valleys and forests. This granite massif rises a 
few kilometers from Dublin,   yet contains hideouts where Irish rebels took 
refuge for years, escaping British authorities. Paths cross landscapes that have hosted 
film sets for international productions,   transforming these mountains into 
movie stars without many knowing it. Here, we find a contrast between the wilderness 
of its peaks and the aristocratic mansions that dot the valleys, testimony to an era when the 
English conquest redesigned the territory. Moreover, water flows everywhere,   also creating sudden lakes and waterfalls 
that appear after rain only to disappear. Glendalough
A hidden valley among the Wicklow Mountains, where two lakes meet, and 
time seems to have stopped in the 6th century. This monastic settlement represents not 
just an archaeological site but a portal to an era when Ireland was called 
“the island of saints and scholars.” The monks who lived here copied 
manuscripts, preserving knowledge   that would otherwise have been lost.
Here, stone structures still stand after 1,500 years, with the 30-meter-tall round tower 
rising like a spiritual beacon, visible from afar. Paths branch from the monastic center 
toward the surrounding forest, and the   valley continues to serve as a refuge, 
no longer from Vikings as in the past, but from the frenetic rhythm of modern life.
Those who walk here follow the same paths traveled by pilgrims for centuries, in a cycle 
of rediscovery that renews with each generation. Powerscourt Gardens A world created by a family’s vision 
that transformed a wild hill into a theater of nature and architecture.
These gardens represent not just a green space but tell 250 years of Irish 
history through plants and sculptures. The waterfall, which is the highest in 
Ireland, concludes a water path that   begins as a gentle stream and ends 
in a roar that echoes in the valley. Powerscourt is a fusion of styles, with 
Italian mixing with Japanese, while French influence dialogues with Celtic traditions 
in an unprecedented botanical experiment. The seasons, moreover, completely 
change the visitor’s experience,   with flowers blooming in calculated 
succession to ensure color all year. The estate risked abandonment in the ’70s after 
a devastating fire, but the restoration brought back to life not only buildings and plants but 
also gardening techniques that seemed lost. Achill Island
A strip of land extending into the Atlantic, connected to the mainland by a bridge that has 
forever changed the destiny of its inhabitants. This island preserves traces of human settlements 
dating back 5,000 years, with abandoned villages that tell of the Great Famine when entire 
families were forced to emigrate or starve. Here, we find a great variety of 
landscapes concentrated in a limited space, with sheer cliffs giving way to beaches 
that seem transported from the Caribbean. There’s also Granuaile’s tower, which recalls the 
time when a female pirate controlled these waters, challenging conventions and 
authorities in the 16th century. Finally, cyclists and hikers travel the 
island’s coastal roads throughout the year,   facing Atlantic winds and challenging climbs to reach panoramic points that reward 
every effort with idyllic views. Kylemore Abbey
A Gothic castle reflected in a lake, not as a relic of a feudal 
past but as testimony to a tragic love story. The building was constructed by 
Mitchell Henry for his wife Margaret,   but she died before she could live in it.
This place represents not just a tourist attraction but continues to 
live as a school and monastery,   where Benedictine nuns keep alive an 
educational tradition begun in 1920. The walled gardens, moreover, recreate a 
microclimate that allows exotic plants to thrive in one of Ireland’s rainiest regions.
The miniature Gothic church reproduces the style of European cathedrals but on a 
reduced scale, with a precision that   reveals the builder’s obsession with details.
Those who cross the abbey’s gates enter a world where spirituality, education, and beauty coexist 
as parts of a single project that defies time. Kilkenny  Often described as Ireland’s most charming 
medieval city, it boasts a rich historical heritage, with its imposing Norman 
castle overlooking the River Nore. The city is a true fabric of history, with 
streets winding among well-preserved buildings, such as St. Canice’s Cathedral and Rothe House,   which is a 16th-century residence 
now transformed into a museum. Kilkenny is also a craft center, with 
numerous pottery studios and glassworks, as well as a vibrant calendar of cultural 
events, including the Kilkenny Arts Festival. Moreover, the city not only celebrates its 
medieval heritage but continues to be a place of creativity and innovation, attracting artists 
and history enthusiasts from around the world. Doolin A village that presents itself as 
a handful of colored houses along a   coastal road but hides the beating 
heart of traditional Irish music. This place doesn’t boast monuments 
or man-made attractions but offers   a sound experience that visitors carry with 
them for a long time, even after departure. Pubs transform every evening into 
informal music schools, where local   musicians and travelers share ancient melodies.
This hamlet is strategically located, in fact, it’s the gateway to the Cliffs 
of Moher and the Aran Islands,   creating a unique tourist and cultural crossroads. The small harbor once welcomed fishermen,   while the ruins of Doonagore Castle 
dominate the hill above the village. Life here still follows the rhythm of the seasons 
more than the clock, with shops that close during Atlantic storms and reopen when the sun returns 
to illuminate the facades of the stone houses. Dunguaire Castle Galway Bay embraces a 16th-century castle 
that dominates a small rocky promontory. Dunguaire wasn’t born as a luxury residence 
but as a defensive fortress of the O’Hynes family in turbulent times.
Tourists today cross the same bridge that was once raised at sunset 
to protect inhabitants from enemy raids. Evenings transform this historical monument,   with medieval banquets taking place within 
these ancient stone walls, while between courses there are actors reciting Irish works.
From the main tower, there’s also a view that extends to the Burren hills, while during 
high tide, water laps at the foundations, creating the illusion that the entire 
building is floating on the sea. Donegal
The northwestern extremity of Ireland hides a territory still untamed.
Distant from the most beaten tourist routes, this county maintains an authenticity 
that is disappearing elsewhere. In coastal villages, for example, Gaelic isn’t a 
curiosity for visitors but the everyday language. The town of Donegal, with its historic center 
gathered around Diamond Square, serves as the gateway to this land of contrasts, where 
traditional music festivals fill the streets. Slieve League cliffs, meanwhile, plunge 
into the sea from vertiginous heights,   three times higher than the 
more famous Cliffs of Moher. And then there’s also Doe Castle, a 
16th-century fortress that stands on   a peninsula, testifying to the era when the 
MacSweeney clans controlled these wild lands. Exploring this region means getting lost 
among remote valleys and deserted beaches,   away from crowds, to savor an Ireland 
that resists the passing of time. Adare The River Maigue flows placidly beside one 
of Ireland’s most photographed villages. Adare reveals 8 centuries of Irish 
history, with thatched-roof houses   lining the main road, maintained not 
as attractions but as functional homes. In 1200, the Fitzgeralds founded the first 
monastery here, beginning a religious tradition that led to the construction of three abbeys.
Their ruins testify to the passage from medieval glories to the turmoil of the Reformation 
when many were confiscated and repurposed. The village center once hosted the market, where 
farmers and merchants exchanged goods and news, while today this social role has been taken over 
by pubs, where beer flows along with stories. Glenveagh National Park
Ireland’s second-largest national park extends over 16,000 
hectares in the heart of Donegal. Created in 1984, it protects territory 
shaped by glaciers during the last ice age. Lough Veagh lake marks the center of this nature 
reserve, stretching for kilometers among mountains that seem to touch the clouds.
Nature here expresses itself with primordial force.
Peat bogs form a mosaic of colors that change with the seasons, while 
heaths extend as far as the eye can see. There are also native oak forests slowly 
reclaiming territories from which they   had been eliminated to create pastures, while 
paths cross different habitats, revealing hidden waterfalls and panoramas that few tourists know.
In 2001, after an absence of over a century, the white-tailed eagle returned 
to soar over these mountains.  Glenveagh represents wild Ireland, the one 
that existed before human intervention, a refuge for threatened species 
and for visitors seeking solitude. Howth
A coastal village rises on the tip of a rocky peninsula, northeast of Dublin.
Trains bring visitors here every half hour, transforming the journey from 
urban to coastal in a few minutes. The harbor doesn’t serve just as a 
tourist attraction but continues to   function as a base for fishermen who supply 
local restaurants with fresh fish every day. A coastal path surrounds the entire 
peninsula, passing cliffs, lighthouses, and ocean views that have made this 
place popular since Victorian times. Regarding Howth’s spiritual panorama, it’s 
defined by two religious buildings that   represent distinct periods of local history.
We find, in fact, the ancient St. Mary’s Abbey, whose 13th-century ruins testify to the first 
Christian settlements, and the Church of the   Assumption, whose majestic dome still serves 
today as a landmark for sailors returning to port. Usually, Dubliners come here 
on weekends to escape the city,   following a tradition that 
has lasted for generations. Gap of Dunloe A deep cut between Ireland’s highest mountains 
extends for 11 kilometers of narrow, winding road. The Gap of Dunloe opens between 
the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks,   revealing five lakes connected by the 
River Loe, which flows through the valley. Irish mythology attributes the creation of 
this passage to the legendary Finn MacCool, who would have divided the mountains 
with a stroke of his magic sword. Moreover, ancient testimonies of 
human settlements dot the route,   telling centuries of life in 
this isolated environment. Tourists cross the gap on foot or in 
horse-drawn carriages, encountering   sheep flocks and small farms that still 
maintain very ancient agricultural practices. Bantry Ireland’s deepest bay embraces this port, where 
naval history intertwines with Irish revolts. Bantry doesn’t exist just as a tourist 
destination but as a witness to events   that have changed the course of the nation.
The central square hosts the weekly market in the same place for centuries, while fishermen 
continue to bring their catch from the port. Bantry House, meanwhile, overlooks the 
bay, preserving treasures collected   during the European Grand Tour and gardens 
designed to create perspective illusions. Moreover, the town’s streets radiate 
from the port toward the inland,   with stone buildings in vivid colors 
aligning along the waterfront, testimony to an architecture that combines Georgian 
influence with local maritime tradition. Portrush
The northern coast of Northern Ireland hosts a seaside town where families 
have been vacationing for more than 150 years. Portrush, however, doesn’t live 
just in summer but pulses year-round   as the gateway to the Giant’s Causeway.
The city’s three beaches extend for kilometers, also attracting surfers who challenge 
Atlantic waves in every season. These beaches, besides being 
a paradise for sea lovers,   also offer enchanting panoramic walks, where 
the blue of the sea blends with the horizon, giving visitors moments of peace and connection 
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amusement park, which resists the digital   era with vintage rides that continue 
to entertain children and adults. Derg
A lake that extends for 32 kilometers along the River Shannon, forming 
a natural border between three Irish counties. Derg represents not just an aquatic ecosystem 
but a place where spirituality and recreation meet in unexpected ways.
Station Island, for example, which is an island in the middle of the lake 
known as “St. Patrick’s Purgatory,” attracts thousands of pilgrims each year who come to 
practice rituals dating back to the Middle Ages. Many even walk barefoot and fast for three days,   seeking a connection with the divine 
in an age of digital distractions. Villages on the shores maintain a 
rhythm of life tied to the water,   while medieval ruins dot the surrounding hills, recalling both monks seeking isolation and clans 
controlling territory through towers and castles. Blarney Castle
Not just an ancient castle but the home of the legendary Stone 
of Eloquence, which according to tradition, gifts the gift of storytelling to those who kiss 
it, attracting visitors from around the world. This 15th-century fortress rises on even older 
foundations, and to reach the legendary stone, visitors must lie down and bend 
backward over a 25-meter void. Behind this tradition lies a past of 
resistance against the English crown   when the castle owner used words as 
a weapon against Queen Elizabeth I. Moreover, the gardens surrounding the 
structure tell equally fascinating stories,   with paths leading to different rock formations 
where druids – who were priests, scholars, and judges of Celtic culture – practiced their rites, 
and where witches are said to have found refuge. Here, legends aren’t simple attractions but 
continue to shape the experience of places. Carlingford In the northeastern corner of 
Ireland, where mountain meets sea,   hides a village that resists the passage of time.
Founded by Vikings more than a thousand years ago, it maintains the medieval layout of streets so 
narrow that two carts couldn’t pass side by side. The Norman walls served for defense in an era when   this port connected Ireland with 
Scotland and continental Europe. King John of England, on the other 
hand, visited this place in 1210, leaving his name to the castle that still 
stands guard at the entrance to the harbour. Finally, the narrow medieval streets are home 
to welcoming traditional pubs and artisan shops, which blend harmoniously with the ancient stone 
structures, where tourists can stop to savor local cuisine, immersed in an atmosphere that tells 
centuries of maritime and commercial history. Concluding this visual journey through Ireland, 
we’ve moved from the enchantment of its ancient   megalithic sites and picturesque villages to 
dynamic cities and spectacular cliffs, exploring together not only places but also curiosities 
that make every corner of this island unique. We hope the images and stories told have 
enriched your knowledge and stimulated the   desire to personally explore the extraordinary 
beauty of this fascinating emerald land.

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TIMELINE
00:00 Introduction
00:42 About Ireland
08:59 Cliffs of Moher
11:31 Cobh
13:48 Giant’s Causeway
15:42 Dublin
17:55 Ring of Kerry
19:41 Burren National Park
21:22 Cork
23:14 Killarney National Park
25:11 Connemara
27:09 Galway
29:12 Dingle Peninsula
31:08 Aran Islands
32:58 Rock of Cashel
34:44 Kinsale
36:38 Wicklow Mountains
38:27 Glendalough
40:21 Powerscourt Gardens
42:17 Achill Island
44:10 Kylemore Abbey
45:56 Kilkenny
48:06 Doolin
49:58 Dunguaire Castle
51:25 Donegal
53:32 Adare
55:13 Glenveagh National Park
57:00 Howth
59:07 Gap of Dunloe
01:00:52 Bantry
01:02:26 Portrush
01:04:05 Lough Derg
01:05:44 Blarney Castle
01:07:33 Carlingford
01:09:13 Outro

46 Comments

  1. You spoke about Doolin being the center of Irish music yet you gave no example of the music. Disappointing!

  2. I woud like to exprience living in Ireland.sightseeing their unique beautiful country and communiting with their good people.

  3. Do you like visiting historical sites and ancient buildings? Are there tour guides when you go to those places?

  4. I just spent 28 days in the British Isles: England ,Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland and Wales I could not have had a better trip! I finally decided to go with Insight Vcations . Every minute was intresting , fun, and joined laughter of those traveling with. all became best buds and we protected eachother. I went with this trip due to the dislike-jabs Rick Steves seems to jab toward the top canidats of the leaders of the U.S.A..Rick, I know you are cathloic it's your choice ~Fly with your own thoughts but I sure did hear so much of your negetivity I chose not to support your tour .Perhaps the next trip you can understand many of us don't like blastfeme on the canadate we suppot. It Isnt That I dont Like You, I just do'nt care putting down a terrific man we called Predident .President Trump is making a difference ! As long. as Rick Steves steps outside his box best places to travel relates th fine places , he has my attention. Once he spouts out his personal preference and Dogs to electial officals , I double make sure his travel tours are as far back on the agenda i possibly wont see it untill I'm gleaning out my bad at home over the garbage can!

  5. The comment Guinness flowed freely could be misunderstood! It is not free of charge but available in great quantities . David McCabe Dublin

  6. Why would videos be Shot on drones … should be from pedestrian human perspective not from birds eye view… we can't fly unless you travel in a helicopter😢

  7. Very interesting 👍 I left Clackmannanshire in Scotland and moved to Tucson, Arizona. I did not see much of a future as lots of industries were closing down in my late teens. Your place there looks beautiful hope you enjoy your life there😊

  8. You need to stop the photoshopping with the vivid color saturation. It is misleading and not natural. Otherwise a fantastical presentation of a beautiful part of the world with beautiful people

  9. Good video, but there was a lot wrong, too. Doonagore Castle is not a ruin, it’s a private residence. Dunguaire Castle was closed to the public the last I heard. The pronunciation was pretty bad and it makes me think it was an AI generated voice.

  10. I would like to take asvantage of the United Kingdom‘s generous six month visa for Americans if indeed they are still doing that. I would like to go to the various areas of the United Kingdom and research my family history. At the same time visiting some in the cities, but mainly in the rule in small cities, not the big famous cities, although there’s some things to see there for certain. And I would also like to on that six months go to Scotland, Wales, and both Ireland in the Republic of Ireland and northern Ireland I would like to rent a small van or motorhome of some type and do that and see if I can bring both of my little small pups with me

  11. I can’t say I have been everywhere in Europe but of the places I have been, Ireland is my favorite, by far. It’s not just the natural beauty but the people…… they are the best.

  12. It is an abomination what is happening to Ireland. Take back your country. Preserve your heritage Don't let what happened to England happen to Ireland.

  13. How dare you ?! Older than Egyptian Pyramids?! Egyptian Civilization is more than 7000 years old !

  14. Who wants to visit Ireland given their migrant & crime problems? Sorry, no thanks. A few years ago of course I wanted to visit. In 2025, given the migrant problem, Ireland is off the list. And I don't see it ever returning to my list of places to visit. My (current) passport has over 27 countries visited. In total I've visited 37 countries so far (some as many as 22 times). But Ireland, no thanks. Not for me. Enjoy your stupid immigration policies that make you completely unattractive to travelers. Why would I go somewhere I don't feel safe when I can (and do) go everywhere?

    So for me, not going to Syria, Afghanistan, Iraq, Yemen, Ireland. Congo, South Africa, Russia, China, etc. Better options exist. Well, I have visited Hong Kong & Macau but I'm referring to mainland China in 2025.

  15. We are now being told that those force feeding immigration to Ireland have killed the country. No longer a beautiful place to visit.

  16. I just discovered this video this morning, 3 Aug 25. It’s so beautiful and represents the Ireland I live in and generations of my family before me. As I watched I wept, what I see taking place in Ireland and daily portrayed in the media is so far removed from the Ireland I know as shown so beautifully here. This video has truly ignited something in my heart that has almost been destroyed by an evil, dark agenda that is trying to destroy our beautiful country. I can pinpoint this agenda as beginning after 2008. May God help us.

  17. I loved Kilkenny! Amazingly beautiful with such lovely people. If you get the chance, make a stop into Hackett's Bar say Hi to Tommy for us. 🥳Valerie Hackett

  18. There hasn't been a single place for which we have not said WOW. Amazing photography and presentation. We have been living in Ireland for three years now and would like to start visiting such places. Have already seen a couple of places from the video but feel like visiting them again after watching this video. Thank you so much for this. ❤❤ Lots of love from Indians!

  19. The Tribe of Judah… took the sea route..
    They took the ships across the Mediterranean Sea.. and settled in Ireland.

  20. Thank you for this awesome video! I love Ireland! I liked the video/subscribed to the channel. Please check out my travel channel/subscribe

  21. I’ve lived in Ireland for the past 20 years and have visited nearly all the places shown here. Watching this now, it really hits me how lucky I’ve been to grow up surrounded by such beauty.

  22. Ireland doesn’t just show you beauty—it invites you to feel it.
    We recently filmed a 4K journey through sacred valleys, misty cliffs, and ancient stone paths that seem to remember every footstep.
    This video captures that same quiet magic. Grateful to see Ireland honored with such care.

  23. Ireland looks so peaceful and green — loved those coastlines and little villages! I really enjoy filming relaxing walks in places like this too. It’s always interesting to see how others capture the beauty of a country

  24. Lived in Ireland for 2 years and it will always be in my heart. Would have loved an Irish narrator as many place names are wrong. Also lots of pictures of foreign tourists rather than locals at the beginning

  25. Ireland has become a hell for Indians . Hate crime ,racisim and many more crimes against hardworking Indians have been increasing. @ alarming late. Irish from all age group from teenagers to old ones r assaulting. Unsafe for Indians. Recently 3 year toddler has become the victim while playing outside her home .Agroup of 7 to 8 teenagers including 8 years old girl attacked that innocent baby girl. Poor baby has started experiencing that this world is no longer a beautiful place to live in. J'ai Hind!