- ‘The Great Stalactite’ It is your only opportunity to see such a large free hanging stalactite anywhere in the world. From the moment you descend over 80ft into the first tunnel, with your guide, you will enter a world carved by water. Donning your hardhat, you will follow the rough-hewn route of the early explorers who first discovered the cave. Read more…
- Ireland’s Historic Science Centre contains astronomical instruments, cameras, photographs and photographic equipment used by the Third and Fourth Earls and Mary, Countess of Rosse, in the middle and late 1800s. Also on display is electrical and engineering equipment originally belonging to Charles Parsons and used in his experiments as well as a large area devoted to the botanical work carried Read more…
- No visit to Connemara would be complete without a visit to Killary Fjord. The nine mile long inlet boasts some of the finest scenery in the West of Ireland, and because of its sheltered nature, its waters are always calm. Our purpose built cruise ship, which can accommodate up to 150 passengers, has been designed to offer the maximum of Read more…
- Our historic museum also features all aspects of Irish country life from 1800 – 1900 plus veteran cars from 1901 – 1930. After your visit relax in our café and browse in our gift and saddlery shop. Dartfield museum is a purpose built facility, one of Ireland’s premier tourist attractions. Originally opened to pay tribute to the unique Irish horse Read more…
- Originally part of the Demesne of the 17th Century Castlecomer House owned by the Prior Wandesforde family, the Park boasts an array of woodland pathways centred around two Rainbow Trout Fishing Lakes connected by cascades; an array of wooden sculptures; picnic areas; a children’s adventure playground and a wonderful design craft yard. The Castlecomer Plateau was a very important coal Read more…
- A visit to Ireland, and especially to the West of Ireland and Connemara is not complete without experiencing the beauty and tranquility that is Kylemore Abbey & Garden. Kylemore Abbey is the Monastic home of the Benedictine Order of Nuns in Ireland. Our Visitor Centre welcomes visitors from across the globe on a daily basis. Staff here are trained to Read more…
- Belvedere opened to the public in early 2000 following a multi-million pound restoration project involving ERDF funding, the Irish Tourist Board and Westmeath County Council. The Belvedere story is one which is steeped in scandal and provides rich opportunities to capture the visitors imagination. The Estate comprises of 160 acres of parkland with 6kms of magnificent woodland and lakeshore walks. Read more…
- Visitors can have a guided tour of the House and/or walk in the Gardens during the open season. It is a superb venue for corporate, private and cultural event hire. Killruddery is renowned as a location for internationally successful film productions such as The Tudors, My Left Foot, Far and Away and Becoming Jane. Killruddery Arts Ltd organises cultural events Read more…
- The area is rich in heritage dating back over 3,000 years while the town itself is over 800 years old . Millmount Fort is without doubt one of the most dominant features of Drogheda, sited as it is atop its great mound, and clearly visible from most parts of the town and the surrounding areas. It is the oldest surviving Read more…
- Nestled in the charming village of Blarney is one of Cork’s greatest treasures. Built nearly 600 years ago, Blarney Castle is known the world over for the famous stone that has been a must see attraction for any visitor to Ireland over the past 200 years! In 2006, the Discovery Channel listed kissing the Blarney Stone amongst its 99 things Read more…