Chester Beatty Library
Explore rare manuscripts, prints and artifacts from around the world.
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Ireland Activity Guide
What to see in Ireland, during your visit?
From free museums to student-priced icons and full-day adventures — this is the same curated activity list Education State shares with every international student, now searchable in one place.
- Curated Activities
- 63+
- Curated Activities
- Free To Visit
- 15
- Free To Visit
- Day Trips
- 6
- Day Trips
- Cities Covered
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Phoenix Park
One of the largest urban parks in Europe with scenic views and deer spotting.
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National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts
Ireland's largest military history collection and exhibitions.
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National Museum of Ireland - Archeology
Displays ancient artifacts, including treasures from Ireland's history.
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National Museum of Ireland - Natural History
Known as the 'Dead Zoo', showcasing preserved animal specimens.
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Irish National War Memorial Gardens
A peaceful garden dedicated to Irish soldiers of WWI.
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Hugh Lane Gallery
One of Ireland's most exciting collections of Irish and international art.
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Bray Seafront
Historic Victorian promenade offering a mile-long coastal walk with stunning views of Bray Head and the Irish Sea.
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Ulster Museum
The Ulster Museum was founded as the Belfast Natural History Society in 1821.
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Galway City Museum
A repository for cultural heritage objects related to the history and heritage of Galway.
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Galway Cathedral
An example of Renaissance Revival Architecture with Romanesque and Gothic influences.
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Irish Museum of Modern Art
Dynamic modern art museum nestled on 48 acres of land in the heart of Dublin 8.
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Dublin Castle
A historic site offering guided tours of state apartments and medieval undercrofts.
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Viking Splash Tour
A fun and interactive amphibious tour of Dublin landmarks.
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National Wax Museum Plus
Features wax figures of famous Irish and global personalities.
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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
A fully interactive museum dedicated to Ireland's diaspora and emigration history.
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Dublin Zoo
Home to a wide variety of animals in beautifully landscaped habitats.
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Dublinia
An interactive museum showcasing Viking and medieval Dublin history.
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Kilmainham Gaol Museum
A former prison turned museum with rich Irish historical significance.
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Butlers Chocolate Experience
A sweet behind-the-scenes look at chocolate making with tastings.
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Malahide Castle & Gardens
Visit a medieval castle with guided tours and expansive gardens.
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Airfield Estate
Enjoy a farm-to-fork experience and explore gardens, animals, and more.
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Croke Park Stadium Tour & GAA Museum
Explore Ireland's national sports stadium and GAA museum.
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Glasnevin Cemetery Museum
Learn about Irish history through stories of famous individuals buried here.
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National Leprechaun Museum
A fun and interactive journey into Irish mythology and folklore.
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Imaginosity - Dublin Children's Museum
A creative and educational experience designed for younger visitors.
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Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship & Famine Museum
Step aboard this replica famine ship and learn about Irish emigration history.
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The Irish Rock 'n Roll Museum Experience
Discover Dublin's vibrant music history through memorabilia and guided tours.
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Marinelife Aquarium Bray
Explore fascinating marine life at this family-friendly aquarium near Dublin.
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Zipit Forest Adventures
An outdoor adventure park with zip lines and climbing challenges.
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€35Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour "Big Bus"
24-hour ticket for a hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Passengers can hop on and off at any stop.
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St. Patrick's Cathedral Self-Guided Visit
Self-guided visit of Ireland's largest Cathedral. Tickets include an audio guide.
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GPO Museum Self-Guided Visit
Known historically for being the headquarters of the 1916 Easter Rising.
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Glendalough Monastic Site and Visitor Centre
One of the most famous religious centres in Europe.
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Titanic Museum
Experience the true legend of RMS Titanic, in the city where it all began.
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Game of Thrones Studio
Based at the original filming studios in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.
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€5James Joyce Centre
It covers the life and work of James Joyce.
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St Canice's Cathedral
St Canice's is the mother church of a bishopric which includes six dioceses and eight counties.
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Blarney Castle and Gardens
Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney making it a world landmark and one of Ireland's greatest treasures.
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Beyond the Trees Avondale Experience
Uncover the story of Avondale House, where Irish forestry began and where one of Ireland's greatest statesmen, Charles Stewart Parnell, was born.
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Trinity College Library & Book of Kells
Visit the iconic Long Room Library and see the illuminated Book of Kells.
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Bunratty Castle and Folk Walk
Wander through the Great Hall, admire the extraordinary collection of period furniture and artefacts, and enjoy breathtaking views from the battlements.
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Guinness Storehouse
Enjoy a self-guided tour through seven immersive floors and finish with a Guinness or Guinness 0.0 at the Gravity bar.
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Jameson Distillery Bow St.
This award-winning guided tour will bring to life our story from our 18th-century beginnings through to present day, finishing with a whiskey tasting of three Jameson Whiskeys.
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Cobh Heritage Centre (Self-Guided)
Discover the powerful stories that shaped Ireland's maritime legacy, from inspiring tales of emigration to the iconic journeys of the Titanic and Lusitania.
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Crumlin Road Gaol (Self-Guided)
This iconic landmark is Northern Ireland's only surviving Victorian-era prison and one of the most popular things to do in Belfast.
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Celtic Nights
Experience award-winning Irish dancing and the best of traditional live music, now in its 30th season, with a superb 3-course à la carte meal.
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W5 Belfast
An interactive science and discovery centre with over 250 world-class exhibits, 8 interactive zones, and daily science shows.
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From €14.95Mind of a Serial Killer: The Experience
Uncover the chilling truths behind the world's most infamous serial killers and the investigations that brought them to justice.
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World of Illusion
Discover more than 70 illusions and interactive exhibits that will challenge your perception, featuring a gravity-defying room, infinity mirrors, and a vortex tunnel.
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Sandbox VR
A futuristic VR experience for groups of up to 6, where you can see and physically interact with everyone inside, just like the real world.
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Explorium
Ireland's National Science and Sports Centre in Sandyford, Dublin, offering a massive 110,000 sq ft hands-on experience with over 250+ exhibits.
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City Kayaking
Paddle under the famous O'Connell and Ha'penny bridges! A fantastic way to see Dublin's most famous landmark sites from a unique angle.
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Bray Bowl
A wide choice of activities to suit all ages, including video arcades, tenpin bowling, laser tag, pool, snooker and American pool.
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Cliffs of Moher Tour from Dublin
Your journey on this Cliffs of Moher tour will take you from the banks of Dublin's river Liffey to Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way.
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Giant's Causeway Tour from Dublin
UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring over 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed by volcanic activity 60 million years ago.
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Dingle Tour from Cork
The Dingle Peninsula has amazing mountain scenery and unusual antiquities to see as you travel around this spectacular peninsula.
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Kerry Tour from Dublin
The Kerry Day Tour from Dublin explores the mystical and unspoiled region of Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years.
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Full-Day Tour to Glendalough & Wicklow
A scenic day trip exploring the Irish countryside and monastic ruins.
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Connemara and Galway Tour from Dublin
With fabulous lakes, romantic castles, stone walls, and deserted valleys, Connemara features in blockbuster movies like The Quiet Man and The Guard.
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