Best Ireland Sightseeing Tips:
Take a Virtual Tour!

Ireland sightseeing - including the virtual kind - is one of the best ways to develop your personal Irish side.  Here you will find fascinating images and facts about iconic Irish sights, including the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, Giant's Causeway, the Book of Kells and more!  

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Cliffs of Moher

Blarney Castle

Giant's Causeway

Book of Kells

Newgrange

Clonmacnoise Monastery

Brazen Head

Rock of Cashel

Skellig Michael

Dingle Peninsula

Ireland Sightseeing:  Our Top 10

Before we begin, let's take a moment to set the stage. 

You can get all the information you could possibly want about Ireland sightseeing just by searching the internet.  So rather than sharing the same information you can find anywhere, we will instead share ideas for expressing your personal Irish side through these amazing Irish attractions, wherever in the world you happen to be.  

Then we will, of course, point you to where you can find more detailed information if you want it.  I'll be your virtual tour guide.  Sound interesting? Let's go!

The Cliffs of Moher

This stunning natural attraction in County Clare is one of the most photographed locations in Ireland and one of the best things to see on an Ireland sightseeing tour. Show the Cliffs with a picture like this one facing northward along the coastline with O'Brien's Tower in the distance. Tell how the Cliffs of Moher were hilariously re-dubbed the "Cliffs of Insanity" in the American film, The Princess Bride.  

Click on the image for more information, pictures and tips on the best ways to enjoy this lovely Irish landmark.

Blarney Castle

Another iconic stop on any Ireland sightseeing tour, Blarney Castle in County Cork offers beautiful scenery, magical history, and - of course - the world famous Blarney Stone, otherwise known as the Stone of Eloquence .  Show picture of the lovely Castle grounds. Tell about what happens when you actually kiss the Blarney Stone (hint:  you aren't standing up when you do it).   

Click on the image for pictures, information, and tips on how to enjoy Blarney Castle.

Giant's Causeway

Pictures definitely DO  justice to these amazing basalt columns in County Atrim, which stretch mysteriously toward Scotland from the coast of Northern Ireland. Show a picture of perfectly formed columns fading into the distance.  Tell the story of Finn MacCool and his epic effort to build a stone bridge to Scotland.

Click on the image for more information on the incredible Giant's Causeway!

Book of Kells

Proudly displayed in the Old Library at Trinity College in Dublin, this Book is 680 pages long (and unfinished) and over 1200 years old.  Show a beautiful picture of the Long Hall in the Old Library where it is housed (photos of the Book itself are not permitted). Tell how (and why) most important stories were told in pictures (most people at the time were not able to read the written word). 

Do not miss the amazing book of Kells.  Click the picture for more information and tips on how to enjoy it!

Newgrange

Older than the pyramids in Egypt, this amazing passage tomb in County Meath is world heritage site and a testament to the ingenuity of ancient times.  Show a picture of its massive facade.  Tell how the best time to visit is Winter Solstice, when the main chamber is illuminated by the sun through a perfectly designed roof-box.

I KNOW - hard to believe.  If you would like to know more, click on the image.

Clonmacnoise Monastery

This ancient monastery ruin is marked by a simple sign on the M6 traveling west from Dublin in County Offaly and was once a center of religious learning, culture and trade.  Show pictures of numerous beautiful arches and High Crosses.  Tell the story of how the young founder of the monastery met Diarmait Ui Cerbaill who assisted in its construction and eventually became the first Christian king of Ireland.

Click on the image to add this fascinating landmark to your Ireland sightseeing tour.

The Brazen Head Pub

Billed as the oldest pub in Dublin City, Brazen Head is an easy choice (at least for us) as one of the must-see locations on any Ireland tour (virtual or otherwise :-).  Share pictures of its beautiful facade or (with permission of course) its patrons enjoying Irish meals and live music.  Tell how the Pub's innumerable famous patrons include James Joyce and Garth Brooks.  

Want to know more?  Click on the image!

Rock of Cashel

This famous fortress in County Tipperary was the traditional home of the Kings of Munster for hundreds of years and is now one of the top sights in Ireland. Show pictures of its 13th century cathedral, visible on the scenic route from Dublin to Cork.  Tell of the famous legend which holds the Rock was created when the Devil heaved a gigantic stone at his adversaries.

Click on the image for pictures and interesting facts about the imposing Rock of Cashel.

Skellig Michael

This small island off the coast in County Kerry is famous for its well-preserved Christian Monestary and for the puffins that breed on the island in the summer.  Show a picture of the steps carved into the hillside leading up to the monastery.  Tell your friends how it was featured in the 2017 movie Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

Click on the image to learn much more about this famous island.

Dingle Peninsula

The northernmost tip of County Kerry makes our list of Ireland sights to see, because it is one of the best places on the island to experience 'traditional' Ireland.  Show a picture of the crucifix that marks the tip of the peninsula.  Tell how Dingle has been featured in multiple Hollywood films including Far and Away starring Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman.

Most of all, the Peninsula is beautiful.   Click the image to find out why!

Spotlight On:  The Castles of Ireland

Any page on sights to see in Ireland would be incomplete without a spotlight on Irish castles.  With more than 3000 of them, Ireland is a treasure-trove of these ancient, beautiful structures.  One of our favorite things to explore on the Emerald Isle.

NOTE:  This spotlight content is a bonus addition to our virtual tour of Ireland.  It is NOT required to pass your Sights Zone quiz or complete your IE Passport. 

Click here for our full article on the Castles of Ireland.

More to Explore

Ireland is a magical place with endless sights to see.  If you long for a deeper visual picture of the Emerald Isle, never fear!  Over the years we have written many articles on the hidden (and not-so-hidden) gems of this wonderful place.

Once again, this bonus content is NOT required to pass your zone quiz or gain your IE Passport.   It is simply here for your added enjoyment.

Click here for our collection of additional sights to see in Ireland.

Did you Know?

Ready to Earn Your Sights Zone Badge?

You've learned about 10 of the most popular Irish sights - now it's time to record your progress in your IE Passport.  Take this fun and informative short quiz, to test your knowledge of Irish landmarks and move one step closer to your next IE Passport stamp!

Want More Irish Landmarks?

Taking a virtual tour of beautiful Irish landmarks is one of our favorite ways to enjoy an Irish experience, wherever in the world we happen to be!   

The popularity of Irish sights is the reason why one of our most popular ebooks is called  "Favorite Sights to See in Ireland."

That book is just one chapter in a downloadable, share-able collection of Irish games, puzzles, recipes, songbooks, quizzes, travel guides and more - that we have collected for you over the years.

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More Fun With Irish Expressions

Congratulations on learning more about the Emerald Isle and discovering what we like to call your "Irish Side."  You may be thinking "I'd love to actually VISIT Ireland but that's really not in the cards right now.  What am I supposed to do with the stuff I just learned?"

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