26 places to visit
Discover the Wild Atlantic Way where 2,500km of spectacular coastline with white sands and glittering waves awaits you. Visit the stunning fortresses that kept watch over the unruly ocean, then discover the stately homes, industrial marvels, cultural centres and holy places that will make your visit truly unforgettable.
Ardfert Cathedral
A trio of medieval churches devoted to St Brendan
Askeaton Castle
A ruined stronghold of the earls of Desmond
Athenry Castle
An emblem of Norman lordship
Aughnanure Castle
A historical gem in the heart of Connemara
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
Ireland’s oldest megalithic tombs set in a dramatic neolithic landscape
Charles Fort
A star-shaped military fortress that has stood firm for centuries
Céide Fields
The world’s most extensive Stone Age monument
Derrynane House
The childhood home of Daniel O’Connell
Desmond Castle Adare
Discover a medieval masterpiece, built for defence
Desmond Castle Kinsale
A building at the core of Kinsale’s history
Desmond Castle Newcastlewest
Where sounds of medieval revelry echo around the walls
Limited Access
Doe Castle
A waterside citadel with a thrilling history
Donegal Castle
One of Ireland’s most splendid Gaelic castles
Dún Aonghasa
One of western Europe’s most magnificent stone forts
Ennis Friary
Admire some exquisite Renaissance carvings
Glebe House and Gallery
Explore a world-class collection of art
Ilnacullin – Garinish Island
An island garden of rare beauty
Ionad Cultúrtha an Phiarsaigh, Connemara – Pearse’s Cottage
A cottage steeped in revolutionary history and Gaelic culture
Listowel Castle
The last bastion of the Fitzmaurices
Lough Gur
9,000 years of life
Newmills Corn and Flax Mills
Delve into Ulster’s industrial heritage
Ross Castle
A lakeside citadel steeped in legend
Scattery Island Centre
In the footsteps of St Senan
Skellig Michael
An island monastery towering over the sea
Sligo Abbey
Where friars’ prayers echo among the ruins
The Blasket Centre – Ionad an Bhlascaoid
The story of a remarkable island community