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7 Best Things To Do On Your First Trip To Ireland

Ireland is celebrated for its lush landscapes, vibrant cities and welcoming spirit. From castles and cliffs to music-filled pubs, the country offers experiences that stay with you. These seven must-visit highlights deserve a spot in your first Ireland itinerary.

  • 1. Visit the Cliffs of Moher: Ireland's Cliffs of Moher stretch 14 km along the Atlantic, rising over 700 feet. Sweeping ocean views and seabird colonies make it unmissable, while the visitor centre adds fascinating geological context.
    1. Visit the Cliffs of Moher: Ireland's Cliffs of Moher stretch 14 km along the Atlantic, rising over 700 feet. Sweeping ocean views and seabird colonies make it unmissable, while the visitor centre adds fascinating geological context.
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  • 2. See Trinity College and the Book of Kells: Dublin's Trinity College holds the Book of Kells, a masterpiece created around 800 AD. The Long Room, lined with oak shelves and historic volumes, is a treasure for anyone drawn to literature and history.
    2. See Trinity College and the Book of Kells: Dublin's Trinity College holds the Book of Kells, a masterpiece created around 800 AD. The Long Room, lined with oak shelves and historic volumes, is a treasure for anyone drawn to literature and history.
  • 3. Drive the Ring of Kerry: The 179-km Ring of Kerry winds through rugged coastlines, Killarney National Park and ancient ruins. Driving early in the day rewards you with striking views and fewer crowds along this iconic Irish route.
    3. Drive the Ring of Kerry: The 179-km Ring of Kerry winds through rugged coastlines, Killarney National Park and ancient ruins. Driving early in the day rewards you with striking views and fewer crowds along this iconic Irish route.
  • 4. Walk the Giant's Causeway: Northern Ireland's Giant's Causeway is formed by 40,000 basalt columns shaped by volcanic activity. Paired with local legends, the site offers both geological wonder and cultural storytelling.
    4. Walk the Giant's Causeway: Northern Ireland's Giant's Causeway is formed by 40,000 basalt columns shaped by volcanic activity. Paired with local legends, the site offers both geological wonder and cultural storytelling.
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  • 5. Experience Galway City: Galway thrives with music, art and festivals. Its cobbled streets, lively pubs and cultural events make it a vibrant stop. It also serves as a gateway to the Aran Islands and the scenic Connemara region.
    5. Experience Galway City: Galway thrives with music, art and festivals. Its cobbled streets, lively pubs and cultural events make it a vibrant stop. It also serves as a gateway to the Aran Islands and the scenic Connemara region.
  • 6. Tour Blarney Castle and Kiss the Blarney Stone: Blarney Castle draws visitors for the famous Blarney Stone, believed to grant eloquence. Beyond the stone, the castle's gardens, towers and atmospheric ruins give you a glimpse into Ireland's layered history.
    6. Tour Blarney Castle and Kiss the Blarney Stone: Blarney Castle draws visitors for the famous Blarney Stone, believed to grant eloquence. Beyond the stone, the castle's gardens, towers and atmospheric ruins give you a glimpse into Ireland's layered history.
  • 7. Travel the Wild Atlantic Way: Stretching 2,500 km, the Wild Atlantic Way is one of the world's great road trips. It passes dramatic cliffs, surf beaches and traditional towns, from Donegal's coastline to Lahinch's lively shorelines.
    7. Travel the Wild Atlantic Way: Stretching 2,500 km, the Wild Atlantic Way is one of the world's great road trips. It passes dramatic cliffs, surf beaches and traditional towns, from Donegal's coastline to Lahinch's lively shorelines.
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