On any tours of Ireland visit Dublin and see Saint Stephens Green. During the 18th century , the city's gentry built their dwellings on the Green and it has been one of the most fashionable areas every since. From 1815 until 1880 the Green was reserved for...
Sentry Hill is a 19th Century farmhouse in the parish of Carmoney , County Antrim. It is an interesting option on Belfast tours and a real hidden gem. It was the home of the McKinney family who came to Ireland from Scotland in the early 1700's. Remarkably...
If you are on tours of Ireland with children and in the Shannon area this Centre is a hidden gem worth exploring. There is a load of information on Dolphins and Whales and you can listen to the amazing sounds of dolphins in the Shannon estuary. See...
A 16th Century Castle worth visiting on any tours of Ireland. It is a real hidden gem. It was built as a comfortable and defensible residence for Adam Loftus , Lord Chancellor of Ireland , Archbishop of Dublin and founder of Trinity College. The Castle was remodelled...
For a very different sightseeing trip on tours of Ireland try Belfast Zoo. It is situated on a superb elevated site that affords fantastic views over Belfast as you walk around. It is also close to Belfast Castle and Cave Hill. The Zoological Gardens is home to over...
On any tours of Ireland the Burren is a place full of wonder , beauty , and discovery. Aillwee Cave lets you explore the dramatic underworld of this area. Stroll through the beautiful caverns , over bridged chasms , under weird formations , and alongside the thunderous...
Worth a look on any tours of Ireland. Named after the mythical monster on the Island , Scattery Island was the location of the 6th century monastic settlement founded by St. Senan. Now uninhabitable there are many ruins on the island including those of 7 churches ,...
On tours of Ireland you may want to see the really "old Ireland" !! At Lough Gur Visitor Centre you will hear the story of the pre-Celtic settlers of Ireland who farmed and lived in this peaceful valley. Over time the lake which dominated the everyday lives...
The famous Irish King is celebrated at the Brian Boru Heritage Centre , Killaloe , County Clare. Its worth considering a visit if you want to understand who Brian Boru was. A nice option on tours of Ireland. The lake town of Killaloe is picturesquely sited...
A great family day out on tours of Ireland. The Demesne , pronounced Domain , consists of the lands held by an estate for its own use and occupation , incorporating gardens , farmlands , woods and buildings. The Castle is the home of the Parsons...