Where to go

Feel the heat of the furnace… The Waterford Crystal visitor centre is in the Viking Triangle in the heart of Waterford City. A unique highlight of a visit is the factory tour which gives an up close insight into the centuries old tradition of Waterford Crystal making. Feel the heat of the furnace and marvel at the […]

Make your way to Reginald’s Tower in the Viking Triangle and just outside, to the right of the entrance, you’ll find a 40ft Viking Long Boat with a red sail named Vadrarfjordr – the Viking name for Waterford. The Viking Longboat was built by a group of men in Waterford, including a cabinet maker, a carpenter, a […]

Galway City Museum reopened on 16th April 2007 with the launch of its permanent exhibition. Among the highlights on show is a rare 17th century altar piece, the new location of the statue of Pádraic Ó’Connaire and the Galway City hooker boat, named ‘Máirtín Oliver’ by the general public. Other highlights include the Galway Civic […]

Situated in the West of Ireland in County Galway, Connemara National Park covers some 2,957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. Some of the Park’s mountains, namely Benbaun, Bencullagh, Benbrack and Muckanaght, are part of the famous Twelve Bens or Beanna Beola range. Connemara National Park was established and opened […]

The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland’s top attractions. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 km over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. The cliffs boast one of Ireland’s most spectacular views. On a clear day the Aran Islands are visible in Galway […]

The Burren Perfumery is a small, west of Ireland-based company making cosmetics and perfumes inspired by the landscape around us. Everything is made on site, by hand, in small batches.

Burren Nature Sanctuary offers a fun day out for all the family amongst the scenic surroundings of The Burren limestone landscape. The sanctuary is primarily an interpretive centre for the flora and fauna of the Burren, however there are many other activities to enjoy including an exciting zip wire ride, adventure playground, indoor soft play […]

Brigit’s Garden takes you on a journey through the sacred spiral of the seasons into the heart of Celtic mythology, folklore and heritage. The extensive gardens span 5 hectares and consist of woodland and natural wildflower meadows. The visitor attraction is located in Roscahill only 12 miles from Galway City, just off on the N59 […]

Descending into the depths of the earth through some of the narrowest coal seams in Europe, the Arigna mines offer an in-depth insight into over 300 years of coal production. An exhibition space explains geological systems and runs through a history of energy production, before moving on to the workings behind renewable energy solutions. The […]

Located near Ballyvaughan, Aillwee Cave is still one of the few caves which has the features of Clare underground – great caverns, stalactites, subterranean rivers, and is easily accessible to the general public. The Cave is open daily from 9:30am throughout the year (December by appointment).

The name of the ‘Burren’ region is derived from the word ‘Boireann’, which means ‘rocky land’ in the Gaelic language, which is appropriate for this vast limestone plateau in northwest of County Clare. In 1640’s, a surveyor commissioned by Oliver Cromwell described the area as ‘a savage land, yielding neither water enough to drown a […]

Everyone can enjoy this friendly and fun-packed roller disco. So whether you’re an absolute beginner, pro skater, planning a day out with friends or family or maybe just looking for a different spin on a good time, come down to our custom built venue which has a supersized skating floor, state of the art sound […]

This 2 to 3 day driving route winds it way through the stunning and changing landscapes of West Limerick, to Tarbert in Co. Kerry. You will encounter many highlights along the way including attractions and activities that offer plenty for all the family to explore. From Limerick City to the riverside villages of Foynes, Loughill […]

This park covers 313 hectares of mixed woodlands, park land and lakes which together provide a rich habitat for a diverse range of animals and plants. Forest Park Curraghchase Forest Park is a fantastic amenity for all the family to enjoy. The Park covers 313 hectares of mixed woodlands, park land and lakes which together provide […]

Go racing at Limerick Racecourse for a great day out. Whether it’s a family occasion, a corporate event, social outing or you’re a serious punter looking for a great day’s racing, Limerick Races is the place to be. You never know who you’d meet. The going’s great at Limerick Races. The atmosphere really has to […]

Limerick Market is a haven for all who care about the provenance and quality of the food they eat. From passionate amateur cooks to people on the look-out for variety and value or to those who just love finer foods, this market has it all.   Here you’ll discover the very best of fresh, natural […]

Travel back to the 1930s and ’40s, when Foynes played a pivotal role in establishing commercial transatlantic passenger flights. The story of the role played by Foynes in the establishment of passenger flights across the Atlantic is excitingly captured in the Museum. The famous flying boats were frequent visitors, carrying a diverse range of people from […]

Find out more about this mystical and enchanting place of stone circles, megalithic tombs, crannogs, ring forts and castles. The stunning views and walks around the lakeshore are impressive enough but you’ll also find ancient burial mounds, megalithic tombs, forts and standing stones scattered around this mysterious landscape. The magical fairy trail and superb Solstice […]

Exhibiting one of Ireland’s greatest private collections of art and antiquities, dating from the Neolithic to the 20th Century, including works by Renoir, Picasso and Yeats, the Hunt Museum is an all-round cultural experience. The Hunt Museum exhibits one of Ireland’s greatest private collections of art and antiquities, dating from the Neolithic to the 20th Century, […]

13th century King John’s Castle, on ‘King’s Island’ in the heart of medieval Limerick City, features a stunning exhibition bringing to life over 800 years of dramatic local history. Have fun exploring the castle, enjoy magnificent views and imagine a Norman soldier’s life in this medieval fortress. Located at the heart of Limerick’s medieval quarter, STEP INSIDE the walls of […]

General Admission is Free of Charge Christmas Opening Hours Elizabeth Fort will close at 5pm on 23 December and remain closed until further notice in line with National  Covid 19 restrictions October to AprilTuesday – Saturday: 10am – 5pmSunday: 12 pm – 5pm May to SeptemberMonday – Saturday: 10am – 5pmSunday: 12pm – 5pm GUIDED […]

Nano Nagle Place is an unexpected oasis in the centre of bustling Cork City, a place that celebrates Nano Nagle’s vision of empowerment through education, community inclusion and spiritual engagement for a contemporary world. The complex houses a museum, heritage rooms, gardens, the wonderful Good Day Deli, both a design and gift shop, and a […]

University College Cork recognises the importance of the creative spirit and the value of the Glucksman as an internationally significant space for the exploration, understanding and enjoyment of contemporary art on our historic campus. We are a university in the community, of the community and for the community, committed to delivering value in a trustworthy and […]

Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral, Cork (Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross), Cork’s Anglican Cathedral situated in the centre of Cork City, Ireland. Designed by William Burges and consecrated in 1870, the Cathedral lies on a site where Christian worship has been offered since the seventh century.  We celebrate the 150th anniversary of the consecration of […]

St. Anne’s has been described as,  “the most important ecclesiastical structure of any period, within the the city of Cork and its immediate environs, it is also one of the most important early 18th century churches in Ireland and one of a small number which still retains their original 18th century bells”  – (2001 Architectural […]

The museum contains a fine selection of silver, ceramics and other memorabilia connected with Cork’s civic life. There is also a rich representation of the archaeological and medieval history of Cork and its surroundings in the museum. There are also exhibition spaces, contained in three permanent spaces. The exhibitions rotate three times a year. Opening […]