TOURISM · IRELAND

What to visit in Ireland?

6 cities · 81+ places selected by the community. Landmarks, hidden restaurants, nature and viewpoints.

The country

The Wild Atlantic Way, billed as the world's longest defined coastal touring route, follows Ireland's west coast for 2,500 km, from Malin Head in County Donegal to Kinsale in County Cork.

Brú na Bóinne, in the Boyne Valley, 50 km north of Dublin, brings together, with the passage tombs of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth, Europe's largest concentration of prehistoric megalithic art; the site has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1993. Sceilg Mhichíl (Skellig Michael), an Early Medieval monastery built on a rock in the Atlantic almost 12 km from the Iveragh Peninsula, has been listed since 1996.

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Good to know

Before you go

When to go

The Atlantic Ocean dominates the climate: Ireland does not suffer the temperature extremes of other countries at the same latitude. Winters are generally cool and windy, summers mostly mild and less windy. From February to June rainfall is lowest; towards late June or early July, westerly winds bring more cloud, humidity and rain.

Snow falls mostly in January and February, and usually lies on the ground for only a day or two.

Getting around

Across the whole island of Ireland, you drive on the left. You need a valid national driving licence or an international driving permit, and all passengers must wear seat belts. In the Republic of Ireland, distances and speeds are shown in kilometres; in Northern Ireland, in miles.

Hozy tip

In Gaeltacht areas, where Irish is spoken, signposts are written in Irish: note the Irish name of your destination before setting off.

CITIES

Featured cities

The cities with the most places recommended by the community.

6 cities

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Frequently asked questions

Visiting Ireland, in practice

Which cities should I visit in Ireland?

Hozy lists 6 cities in Ireland: Cliffs of Moher, Cork, Dingle, Dublin, Galway, and more. Each city offers landmarks, hidden restaurants, viewpoints and activities selected by the community.

How many days should I plan in Ireland?

A 5 to 10 day trip lets you discover 2 to 3 major cities in Ireland. For a full tour of the country, plan at least 2 weeks.

When is the best season to visit Ireland?

The Atlantic Ocean dominates the climate: Ireland does not suffer the temperature extremes of other countries at the same latitude. Winters are generally cool and windy, summers mostly mild and less windy. From February to June rainfall is lowest; towards late June or early July, westerly winds bring more cloud, humidity and rain. Snow falls mostly in January and February, and usually lies on the ground for only a day or two.

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