25 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
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 Military Fortress
A star-shaped military fortress that has stood firm for centuries
Céide Fields Neolithic Site and Visitor Centre
The world’s most extensive Stone Age monument
Daniel O’Connell House – Derrynane House
The childhood home of Daniel O’Connell
Desmond Castle Newcastlewest
Where sounds of medieval revelry echo around the walls
Limited Access
Doe Castle
A waterside citadel with a thrilling history
Limited Access
Donegal Castle
One of Ireland’s most splendid Gaelic castles
Dún Aonghasa – Ancient Stone Fort
One of western Europe’s most magnificent stone forts
Ennis Friary
Admire some exquisite Renaissance carvings
Limited Access
Glebe Gallery and Garden – Derek Hill House
Explore a world-class collection of art
Limited Access
Grianán of Aileach
A magnificent hillfort connected to the gods of mythical legend
Limited Access
Ilnacullin – Garinish Island
An island garden of rare beauty
Ionad an Bhlascaoid – The Blasket Centre
The story of a remarkable island community
Ionad Cultúrtha an Phiarsaigh Conamara- Pearse’s Cottage and Visitor Centre
A cottage steeped in revolutionary history and Gaelic culture
Limited Access
Listowel Castle
The last bastion of the Fitzmaurices
Limited Access
Lough Gur Visitor Centre and Lakeshore Park
9,000 years of life
Murrisk Augustinian Abbey
Ruins of an Augustinian Friary in the shadow of Croagh Patrick
Ross Castle
A lakeside citadel steeped in legend
Rosserk Franciscan Friary
One of the finest preserved medieval monasteries in Ireland
Ross Errilly Franciscan Friary
A fascinating glimpse into Ireland’s best preserved Franciscan friary
Sligo Abbey
Where friars’ prayers echo among the ruins
Staigue Stone Fort
An ancient stone fort nestled within a peaceful valley