Historic site
Kilmainham Gaol
Dublin, Ireland
A former prison tied to the story of Irish independence, now a powerful museum.
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Ireland
Green hills, wild Atlantic cliffs, lively pubs and storytelling cities, all on an island small enough to cross in an afternoon.
Before you plan: This guide covers the Republic of Ireland only. Check ferry, boat and island access schedules before travelling, as they depend on weather.
- Capital
- Dublin
- Languages
- English, Irish
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Best time to go
- May to September for the longest days and mildest weather; June is often driest. Expect rain at any time of year.
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- Top places
- Historic site 7
- Castle 7
- Church, mosque or temple 5
- Viewpoint 4
- Neighbourhood 3
- Museum 3
- Scenic route 3
- Park 2
- Ruins 2
- Tower 2
- Food and drink 2
- Garden 1
- Beach 1
- Mountain 1
- Island 1
- Waterfall 1
- National park 1
- Other 1
- Monument 1
- Market 1
- Stadium 1
- Art gallery 1
- Shopping 1
- Bridge 1
Historic site
Glendalough
Ireland
A monastic site with a round tower between two lakes in the Wicklow Mountains.
Historic site
Kylemore Abbey and Gardens
Ireland
A lakeside Victorian castle-like abbey with a walled garden in Connemara.
Historic site
Rock of Cashel
Ireland
A dramatic hilltop cluster of medieval church buildings in County Tipperary.
Historic site
Charles Fort
Kinsale, Ireland
A large star-shaped fortress guarding Kinsale harbour with sea views.
Historic site
Muckross House and Gardens
Killarney, Ireland
A Victorian mansion and gardens within Killarney National Park.
Historic site
Glasnevin Cemetery
Dublin, Ireland
A historic cemetery with a tall round tower and an excellent museum about Irish history.
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