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Giant’s Causeway
Londonderry
ATLANTIC OCEAN Scotland
NORTHERN Larne
Donegal IRELAND Bangor
Lough • Belfast
Neagh
Enniskillen
Sligo Armagh Isle of
Man
Ballyfarnon
Westport
IRISH SEA
Clifden IRELAND
Galway • Dublin
Dun Laoghaire
• Cliffs of Moher Wicklow
Ennis
Shannon
Limerick
Kilkenny
Tralee Wexford
Dingle Peninsula Waterford
Rosslare
Killarney
Ring of Kerry • Blarney Castle •
Cork Wales
Cobh
CELTIC SEA
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
ATTRACTION
THE ISLE OF IRELAND
Lose yourself in The Isle of Ireland’s picture postcard harbour villages, remote wilderness and culture-laden cities. Follow
the rugged coastline, pass rolling hills, explore historic castles, spend the night in an ancient castle and meet friendly
locals over a pint. The Isle of Ireland will delight with its unique traditions and beauty. Here are a few of our top picks.
WILD ATLANTIC WAY BLARNEY CASTLE GUINNESS STOREHOUSE
DRAMATIC COASTLINE COUNTY CORK DUBLIN
Explore the wilderness of the west coast No trip to Ireland is complete without a visit Situated in the heart of Dublin, the Guinness
of Ireland on the Wild Atlantic Way. Admire to the world famous Blarney Castle. Climb Storehouse is one of the city’s most iconic
the soaring cliffs, buzzing towns and hidden the steps to kiss the Blarney Stone and gain attractions. Take a tour and learn about the
beaches along the way. Walk the numerous the gift of eloquence. Take a tour of the 600 making of this world famous beer. Sample a
nature trails on the Dingle Peninsula and year old castle with its towers and dungeons pint or two at the Gravity Bar while taking in
pass Atlantic vistas on the Ring of Kerry. and wander the extensive gardens. the panoramic views.
CLIFFS OF MOHER KILLARNEY NATIONAL PARK GALWAY
COUNTY CLARE KILLARNEY A BOHEMIAN CITY
Admire the soaring cliffs and the staggering Explore the stunning landscape that is The city of Galway is one of Ireland’s most
beauty from the top of the Cliffs of Moher, Killarney National Park. Marvel at the charming cities and lies in the middle of the
one of Ireland’s most visited natural mountain range as it meets the lakes of Wild Atlantic Way. Discover the city’s brightly
attractions. Rising 214 metres above the Killarney below. Visit Muckross House and painted pubs, street performers and lively art
Atlantic Ocean, the cliffs are a haven for an Gardens, where Queen Victoria stayed in scene. Shop for handcrafted Claddagh rings
array of wildlife such as puffins and whales. 1861 and drive the Ring of Kerry. or Aran jumpers.
TITANIC BELFAST ® GIANT’S CAUSEWAY CARRICK-A-REDE ROPE BRIDGE
BELFAST COUNTY ANTRIM COUNTY ANTRIM
Belfast was Titanic’s home and will always A drive along Northern Ireland’s famous Located near the coastal village of Ballintoy,
be. Titanic Belfast stands at the head Causeway Coast leads from one stunning Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, is not for the
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of the historic slipways where the vessel sight to another. None more so than the faint-hearted. Suspended almost 30 metres
was launched in 1911. Discover the spectacular Giant’s Causeway. It’s an epic above sea, the rope bridge spans the
world-famous story from her conception, sight, with around 40,000 hexagonal- Atlantic Ocean, connecting the cliffs with tiny
construction and launch, to her maiden shaped stepping stones, which date back to Carrick-a-Rede Island. It was first built by
voyage and subsequent place in history. a volcanic age almost 60 million years ago. salmon fishermen 350 years ago.
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