Ireland offers a mix of cities, dramatic coastline, prehistoric heritage, castles and national parks. These destinations provide a starting point for planning an Ireland itinerary.

15 Places to Consider

1. Dublin: History, museums, literature and city culture.
2. Galway: Lively streets, music and access to Connemara.
3. Cork: Food, culture and southern Ireland scenery.
4. Killarney: Gateway to Killarney National Park and the Ring of Kerry.
5. Cliffs of Moher: Dramatic Atlantic sea cliffs.
6. Dingle Peninsula: Coastal scenery, villages and outdoor experiences.
7. Connemara: Mountains, lakes and rugged landscapes.
8. Brú na Bóinne: Major prehistoric archaeological landscape.
9. Kilkenny: Medieval heritage, arts and festivals.
10. Waterford: Historic city and southeast culture.
11. Wicklow: Mountains, valleys and easy access from Dublin.
12. Donegal: Atlantic headlands, beaches and rural scenery.
13. Westport: A base for Mayo and the Great Western Greenway.
14. Rock of Cashel: Historic landmark in County Tipperary.
15. Skellig Islands: Remote island heritage and spectacular scenery, visited subject to access and weather conditions.

Plan by Interest

Choose Dublin for urban culture, Kerry and Connemara for landscapes, the southeast for heritage, and the west and northwest for Atlantic scenery.

See our Ireland travel guide and Ireland regions guide.

Official resource: Ireland.com destinations.

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