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Ireland Activity Guide

What to see in Ireland, during your visit?

Explore over 60+ places and experiences, from free museums and Ireland favourites to unforgettable day trips. Pick what suits your budget, watch a video, and plan your next adventure.

Curated Activities
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Curated Activities
Free To Visit
15
Free To Visit
Day Trips
6
Day Trips
Cities Covered
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Cities Covered
Phoenix Park
Guinness Storehouse
Trinity College Library & Book of Kells
Cliffs of Moher Tour from Dublin
Chester Beatty Library
Free entry

Chester Beatty Library

Explore rare manuscripts, prints and artifacts from around the world.

Phoenix Park
Free entry

Phoenix Park

One of the largest urban parks in Europe with scenic views and deer spotting.

National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts
Free entry

National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts

Ireland's largest military history collection and exhibitions.

National Museum of Ireland - Archeology
Free entry

National Museum of Ireland - Archeology

Displays ancient artifacts, including treasures from Ireland's history.

National Museum of Ireland - Natural History
Free entry

National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

Known as the 'Dead Zoo', showcasing preserved animal specimens.

National Botanic Gardens
Free entry

National Botanic Gardens

Explore stunning plant collections in a serene setting.

Irish National War Memorial Gardens
Free entry

Irish National War Memorial Gardens

A peaceful garden dedicated to Irish soldiers of WWI.

National Gallery of Ireland
Free entry

National Gallery of Ireland

Impressive collection of European and Irish art.

Howth Cliff Walk
Free entry

Howth Cliff Walk

A scenic walking trail offering stunning views of Dublin Bay.

Hugh Lane Gallery
Free entry

Hugh Lane Gallery

One of Ireland's most exciting collections of Irish and international art.

Bray Seafront
Free entry

Bray Seafront

Historic Victorian promenade offering a mile-long coastal walk with stunning views of Bray Head and the Irish Sea.

Ulster Museum
Free entry

Ulster Museum

The Ulster Museum was founded as the Belfast Natural History Society in 1821.

Galway City Museum
Free entry

Galway City Museum

A repository for cultural heritage objects related to the history and heritage of Galway.

Galway Cathedral
Free entry

Galway Cathedral

An example of Renaissance Revival Architecture with Romanesque and Gothic influences.

Irish Museum of Modern Art
Free entry

Irish Museum of Modern Art

Dynamic modern art museum nestled on 48 acres of land in the heart of Dublin 8.

Dublin Castle
€6

Dublin Castle

A historic site offering guided tours of state apartments and medieval undercrofts.

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Viking Splash Tour
€32

Viking Splash Tour

A fun and interactive amphibious tour of Dublin landmarks.

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National Wax Museum Plus
€17

National Wax Museum Plus

Features wax figures of famous Irish and global personalities.

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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
€19

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

A fully interactive museum dedicated to Ireland's diaspora and emigration history.

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Dublin Zoo
€17.50

Dublin Zoo

Home to a wide variety of animals in beautifully landscaped habitats.

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Dublinia
€14.50

Dublinia

An interactive museum showcasing Viking and medieval Dublin history.

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Kilmainham Gaol Museum
€4

Kilmainham Gaol Museum

A former prison turned museum with rich Irish historical significance.

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Butlers Chocolate Experience
€18

Butlers Chocolate Experience

A sweet behind-the-scenes look at chocolate making with tastings.

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Malahide Castle & Gardens
€12.50

Malahide Castle & Gardens

Visit a medieval castle with guided tours and expansive gardens.

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Airfield Estate
€10

Airfield Estate

Enjoy a farm-to-fork experience and explore gardens, animals, and more.

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Croke Park Stadium Tour & GAA Museum
€14.50

Croke Park Stadium Tour & GAA Museum

Explore Ireland's national sports stadium and GAA museum.

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Glasnevin Cemetery Museum
€17

Glasnevin Cemetery Museum

Learn about Irish history through stories of famous individuals buried here.

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National Leprechaun Museum
€16

National Leprechaun Museum

A fun and interactive journey into Irish mythology and folklore.

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Imaginosity - Dublin Children's Museum
€8

Imaginosity - Dublin Children's Museum

A creative and educational experience designed for younger visitors.

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Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship & Famine Museum
€13

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
€19

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
€14

Marinelife Aquarium Bray

Explore fascinating marine life at this family-friendly aquarium near Dublin.

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Zipit Forest Adventures
€25

Zipit Forest Adventures

An outdoor adventure park with zip lines and climbing challenges.

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Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour "Big Bus"
€35

Hop-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
€10

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
€13

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
€3

Glendalough Monastic Site and Visitor Centre

One of the most famous religious centres in Europe.

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Titanic Museum
From £19.95

Titanic Museum

Experience the true legend of RMS Titanic, in the city where it all began.

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Game of Thrones Studio
From £16

Game of Thrones Studio

Based at the original filming studios in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.

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James Joyce Centre
€5

James Joyce Centre

It covers the life and work of James Joyce.

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St Canice's Cathedral
€6.50

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
€19

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
€16

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
€21

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
€13

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
€16.50

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.
€23

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)
€13

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)
From £15.50

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
€65

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
From £14

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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Mind of a Serial Killer: The Experience
From €14.95

Mind 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
From €18.70

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
From €30

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
From €15

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
€49

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
From €10

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
€69

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.

Giant's Causeway Tour from Dublin
€74

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.

Dingle Tour from Cork
€55

Dingle Tour from Cork

The Dingle Peninsula has amazing mountain scenery and unusual antiquities to see as you travel around this spectacular peninsula.

Kerry Tour from Dublin
€79

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.

Full-Day Tour to Glendalough & Wicklow
€40

Full-Day Tour to Glendalough & Wicklow

A scenic day trip exploring the Irish countryside and monastic ruins.

Connemara and Galway Tour from Dublin
€69

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.