Irish Expressions and Activities
Your Virtual Tour of Irish Culture and Customs

Here at Irish Expressions and Activities, we believe Irish culture should be experienced - not just 'read about.' Whether you are looking for Irish Sayings, Irish Recipes, Irish Music, Irish Symbols, Irish customs, or Irish landmarks, you will find it here.

Ready to bring a little more Ireland into your life?
Take a Free Virtual Tour of Irish Culture
and keep a beautiful memento of the journey.
Start your adventure here →

Irish Expressions and Activities - ancient facade of Blarney Castle!

Blarney Castle, home of the world-famous Blarney Stone.

"LOVE LOVE LOVE this site. It is so informative. I will be married to an Irishman in the very near future and I'm trying to learn as much as I can of his culture. Thank you for this site."

- Stacey from Ontario

Welcome to Irish Expressions and Activities

Irish Expressions began many years ago as a collection of blessings, sayings, and jokes — the spoken soul of Irish culture. But over the years, it became something more.

Today, Irish Expressions and Activities is a place to discover your Irish side, wherever you are in the world — through food, music, symbols, traditions, and more.

This site offers you a guided experience through the culture, spirit, and joy of Irish life.

Your Virtual Tour of Irish Culture

Welcome to the start of your journey. Your Irish Expressions Passport awaits - a lovely memento of the experience. Possession of an IE Passport gives you exclusive access to several valuable benefits, courtesy of Irish Expressions and our partners.

Follow the instructions below to get started. If you lose your place, don't worry, every page on the site has a link back to these instructions.

STEP 1: DOWNLOAD AND PRINT YOUR ITINERARY

This document will hold the codes that track your progress. Visit cultural zones in any order. Pass the quiz at the end of each zone. If you would prefer to accelerate your progress, you can jump directly to the quizzes and skip the details. (But we hope you will take the 'long way' and enjoy the journey).

STEP 2: VISIT THE "PASSPORT ZONE"

When you have completed all of the Zone Quizzes, you will have 6, two-letter codes written in ALL CAPS on your printed itinerary (12 letters total).

Then go to the Passport zone (in the top navigation bar) to find a password-protected web page. Arrange your 12 letters properly (IN ALL CAPS) to form the password that opens that final page.

PRO TIP: When I say 'properly' I mean: "In the order that spells the name of a famous Irish landmark."

DID I MENTION: YOU MUST USE ALL CAPITAL LETTERS TO SUCCESSFULLY ENTER THE PASSWORD!!!

If you have any problems, contact our support team here.

STEP 3: COMPLETE YOUR IE PASSPORT

Input some basic information, choose your preferred way to receive your Passport and learn about the benefits you receive by being an IE Passport holder!

Let's Get Started! Explore 6 "Cultural Zones..."

Explore these areas of Irish culture in any order. Looking for that perfect thing to say at a birthday or retirement party? Check out Irish Sayings. Want to sing along with an Irish pub song? Irish Songs. Want an idea for that next tattoo? Try Irish Symbols. You get the idea.

Irish Sayings

Irish Songs

Irish Symbols

Irish Sights (Landmarks)

Irish Food

Irish Customs

Ireland is a magical place, with fascinating customs and a long, storied history. There is a lot to see and do, so take your time. If you run into any questions or problems, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team here.

But most of all, enjoy the trip! While I highly recommend a personal visit to the 'real' Emerald Isle when you are able (and we can help you with that!) your IE Passport experience is the next best thing to being there. Keep me posted on your progress!

I look forward to stamping your IE Passport in the very near future. Slainte!