Ireland’s landmarks span prehistoric monuments, medieval castles, religious heritage, dramatic coastlines and modern cultural attractions. UNESCO currently lists two World Heritage properties for Ireland: Brú na Bóinne and Sceilg Mhichíl (Skellig Michael).
20 Landmarks to Know
- Brú na Bóinne
- Skellig Michael
- Cliffs of Moher
- Rock of Cashel
- Trinity College Dublin
- Book of Kells
- Dublin Castle
- St Patrick’s Cathedral
- Killarney National Park
- Ring of Kerry
- Blarney Castle
- Giant’s Causeway
- Clonmacnoise
- Glendalough
- Newgrange
- Knowth
- Waterford’s Viking Triangle
- King John’s Castle in Limerick
- Galway’s Spanish Arch
- Ha’penny Bridge in Dublin
UNESCO World Heritage
UNESCO lists Brú na Bóinne, an archaeological ensemble in County Meath, and Sceilg Mhichíl, the island commonly known as Skellig Michael, as Ireland’s two World Heritage properties.
Plan Your Visits
Check opening times, advance-booking requirements, seasonal access and weather restrictions, particularly for exposed coastal and island locations.
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Official resource: UNESCO — Ireland.