The Vee in Rhododendron Season: Co. Tipperary & Waterford
A drive through The Vee (aka “The Gap”) is exceptional any time of the year, but when the rhododendrons are … more
A Most Stunning Roadside Oasis at Sheefry Pass: Co. Mayo
Every road in Ireland’s Connemara region seems to lead to a stunning site, but the side road over Sheefry Pass … more
Avoid Crowds at the Cliffs of Moher by Taking Guerin’s Path: Co. Clare
In the summer, the visitor centre at the Cliffs of Moher can be overrun with tourists. Those in the know … more
The Knights Templar in Templetown, Co Wexford
The lands along the western shore of Wexford were granted to the Knights Templars in 1172 by King Henry II. … more
Ross Errilly Friary Ruins: Co Galway
Ross Errilly Friary, County Galway – photo by Corey TaratutaHidden among the inland fields of County Galway, Ross Errilly … more
The Medieval Treasures of Fethard: Co Tipperary
The village of Fethard is home to a surprising number of medieval ruins. The old walls still surround the village … more
A Visit to Yeats’ Grave: Drumcliff, Co Sligo
The Pulitzer Prize winning poet W. B. Yeats died in France in 1939, but according to his wishes he was … more
Annestown Beach: Annestown, Co Waterford
On the coast road between Tramore and Dungarvan, Annestown Beach offers a pleasant seaside stop. The shoreline is a mix … more
Site of Ireland’s First Harp Festival: Granard, Co Longford
On the main street in Granard, a plaque denotes the town’s connection to traditional Irish Harp music. In 1781, they … more
Mummies in the Crypt at St. Michan’s Church: Smithfield, Co Dublin
Above ground, the church houses an organ Handel supposedly favored and rehearsed his Messiah. Underground, the church’s crypts are an … more
The Earthenworks at Lissanduff: Portballintrae, Co Antrim
An unexpected find in the seaside village of Portballintrae, the Lissanduff earthworks consist of two sets of concentric ringed mounds … more
Ireland’s Manliest Statue: Sixmilebridge, Co Clare
In what is probably the manliest sculpture in Ireland, artist Shane Gilmore gives us a shirtless, limestone lad marching unimpeded … more
Enjoy the View from the Christ the King Statue: Glen of Aherlow, Co Tipperary
Between the Slievenamuck and the Galtee Mountains lies the glorious Glen of Aherlow. The scenic pull-off on Slievenamuck provides one… more
Fethard Car Boot Sale: Co Tipperary
For the last 25 years, Fethard has been home to a notable car boot sale (flea market). Items range from … more
A Titanic Memorial to John Flynn: Clonbur, Co Galway
While many Irish were leaving the country for a better life elsewhere, John Flynn had already established himself in Pennsylvania.… more
Taking in the Connemara Views with a Stop at Shanafaraghaun Burial Ground: Co Galway
On the scenic road along Connemara’s Lough Nafooey’s northern shore, this quiet little spot provides a comfortable little respite. One … more
The Jealous Wall… Ireland’s Largest Folly: Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
Built on the grounds of Belvedere House, The Jealous Wall was intentionally built to look like a ruin. This type … more
Fairy Fortress: Knockma Woods, Co Galway
This enchanted circular walk through Knockma Woods is both beautiful and filled with legend. It is said the legendary Maeve … more
The Mummified Cat and Rat of Christ Church Cathedral: Dublin, Co Dublin
Most people visit Christ Church Cathedral for its lofty interior, stained glass windows, colorful tile floor, the tomb of Strongbow,… more
Ballycarbery Castle: Cahersiveen, Co Kerry
From Cahersiveen, signs direct visitors to the road leading to the castle and forts… this large castle’s hard to miss. … more
