Traveling to Ireland, any advice?

Question

I am planning a trip to Ireland, next summer. Does anyone have any ideas on great places, or some books that I can check out. Anything related to Culture or history would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Answer 1

YES!

I've been there twice, and I recommend doing as much research into the history and info about the places as you can.

1. Dublin. Trinity College, the Book of Kells. Dublin's a great place to wander and get the feel of Ireland.

2. Waterford. You may enjoy the tour of the Waterford Crystal factory. Impressive when you see that every cut of every piece of Waterford you ever see has been cut by hand.

3. Bantry / Kerry - The southwest coast is glorious.

4. Galway. Good place to hear Gaelic, the native tongue.

5. Donegal. Far away from most of the touristy areas, a great way to see the old ways.




Check out the Eyewitness guides.

http://www.amazon.com/Eyewitness-Travel-Guide-Ireland-Publishing/dp/0789401886

Answer 2

My wife and I stayed in the village of Lexlip, just outside of Dublin, with some friends. They are not there anymore but there were some very nice little hotels inns that would be a lot less expensive than staying in the city. It's also the village where Guinness was invented! (yummy) About a 30 minute bus ride to the city centre.

Dublin is awesome! Make sure you hit Grafton Street (for shopping) and Temple Bar (for partying).

About 35 minutes from Dublin is the village of Trim and Trim Castle. This is where much of the movie "Braveheart" was filmed and they give a really cool tour of the castle.

From the top of the castle, you can see Newgrange. This prehistoric burial site is in fact older than the Pyramids and is one of the world's first great pieces of architecture. The entrance is only 1 metre wide and is PERFECTLY lined up with the sunrise on the summer solstice. Very cool.

Hope this helps! Have a great trip!

Answer 3

In Dublin take the city tour it is very informative. You will see Trinity College and many other sites. The best department store in Dublin is Brown Thomas.
If you get the chance visit Northern Ireland. The Giants Causeway is amazing. The Mourne mountains are beautiful.
The caves at Enniskillen are fab. Belfast , Queens university is a lovely building. Stormount is a lovely building to see.
Ireland is full of history. Castles, famous places etc and some of the most beautiful gardens and mansions
Take a look at the Irish Tourist Board you will be spoilt for choice.

Answer 4

A town outside Dublin called Celbridge is a great place to stay. It has buses to the city as well as to all major places eg. Galway, Waterford etc. You could drop into the K club which is just up the road or just wander around the streets of Celbridge. Lots of history. Well worth a visit. Lovely hotel: Setanta House Hotel, stayed there it was just beautiful!!

Answer 5

Lots of cultural places to visit in Dublin but you should also visit Newgrange in Meath, Glendalough in Wicklow, Bunratty in Clare.
Have a look at the following websites
www.visitdublin.com
www.discoverireland.ie

Answer 6

Do not waste time in Dublin, for all that it's the capital of the Republic, it's still very much an English city. Historically very important, but too expensive.

Head west.

Answer 7

Donegal and Galway are beautiful, Cork and Dublin for nightlife, real pretty beach in Youghal, Irelands a great place you will love it.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

Check out this website fantastic!

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/europe/ireland

Answer 10

i liked the Guinness brewery! Mainly because of its architecture on the outside (takes you back a few years!) and aldo because of the view from the bar right at the top when you drink your free pint of Guinness!