See & Do
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10 days in Ireland with kids: the Irish Road Trip Itinerary You’ll love on your first visit
Enjoy ten days in Ireland with kids following our tried-and-tested 10-day itinerary for families. My family itinerary covers the best places to see in Ireland on a first visit and special stops just for kids. Ireland is very kid-friendly and a road trip with kids in Ireland is easily a wonderful family vacation all family members will hold as a cherished memory. I have been living in Ireland for over 19 years and I have two children who called Ireland home. With them, we have travelled extensively in Ireland: we have seen touristy places, local places, hidden gems; we have stayed in hotels, castles, and campsites; and of course, we…
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Avondale House with kids: why you’ll love this stunning estate for a family day out near Dublin with children
Things to do in Avondale house and why we love it for a family day out with the kids near Dublin. Avondale House in a Home and Estate in County Wicklow and a wonderful place to spend a day out with the kids. Originally the house and estate of Parnell, until a few years ago Avondale House was a nice estate with a large playground cfae and a fascinating forest walk. However, Avondale House and Gardens recently went through a significant makeover and it is now equipped with a tree walk, a state-of-the-art playground for children and food options. We used to go Avondale all the time: having family nearby,…
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How to see Trinity College Dublin and the Book of Kells (and why you’ll love them)
All you need to know to plan a visit to Trinity Colleg Dublin and how to see the Book of Kells: tips for visitors. Trinity College and the Book of Kells are two of the most famous attractions in Dublin and among the most beautiful and fascinating spots in the city. Located in Dublin city center, overlooking monumental College Green, Trinity College is a historic Dubin university dating from 1592. Inside its imposing and stunning campus, you can admire its beautiful architecture, get a taste of college life but mostly admire the incredible Book of Kells, a medieval manuscript like no other. This is all you need to know to…
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Visiting the Dingle Peninsula: all you need to know to plan a trip to this stunning corner of Ireland
All you need to know to visit the breathtaking Dingle Peninsula, Ireland: the best things to do, unmissable stops, travel tips for this stunning stretch of the Wild Atlantic Way. The Dingle Peninsula is a stunning peninsula in the West of Ireland, stretching from County Kerry into the Atlantic ocean. It is one of the most scenic places in Ireland and a fantastic destination from an Irish road trip. On the Dingle Peninsula, you find many things that make Ireland extraordinary: breathtaking scenery, vast beaches, rumbling ocean, colorful towns and the traditional Irish welcome that makes the West of the country such a fantastic place for visitors. Dingle is one…
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Magical Christmas markets in Ireland you’ll love this holiday season
A curated selection of Christmas markets in Ireland you will love this festive season. If you are in Ireland at Christmas, There is no better way to get yourself immersed in the spirit of Christmas in Ireland than by visiting one of the many Irish Christmas markets! Christmas markets in Ireland are not as big as in countries such as Germany or Austria and they do not attract the same international attention. However, they are popular with locals and they are good fun. If you are in Ireland in December, you will find them in many towns and they are a fantastic opportunity to mingle with locals, get pretty gifts…
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Ireland in November: all you need to know to plan the perfect trip
All you need to know to plan a trip to Ireland in November: what to expect from the weather, the best things to do, packing and travel tips for November in Ireland. November in Ireland is the start of the winter. As October comes to an end, its crisp days and colorful foliage palette slowly fade, giving way to shorter daylight hours and a sky that tends towards shades of gray, with only the occasional splash of blue. Despite its wintery aspect, however, November is not a bad time to visit Ireland. During the first part of the month, you can enjoy Ireland’s autumnal colors and the occasional hike. As…
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The fantastic Japanese Gardens of Kildare: all you need to know to plan a visit
All you need to know to plan a visit to the stunning Japanese Gardens of Kildare, one of the prettiest gardens in Ireland. If you love Japanese gardens and aesthetics, you will love to learn that Ireland has a wonderful example of them: the Japanese Gardens at the National Stud Center, Co. Kildare. The gardens are part of a large estate with several beautiful garden areas and the Irish National Stud Farm and they are a delight to visit. Perfectly designed and maintained, they are an elegant corner of Ireland and a treat for plant and garden lovers. If you are looking for an outdoor attraction close to Dublin and…
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Fairy Castle Loop: all you need to know about this family friendly Ticknock Walk
What to expect on the Fairy castle Loop, family friendly Ticknock walk with beautiful views over Dublin City and the bay If you are looking for a beautiful family walk in Dublin parents and kids will like, then I highly recommend you head to the area of Ticknock and the Fairy Castle Loop. This is a lovely, easy hike with beautiful views over Dublin and it is perfect when you want to stretch your legs and find yourself surrounded by nature but cannot stray too far from the city and do not want a strenuous mountain walk. The loop takes less than 2 hours to complete and while there is…
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Visiting Trim Castle: all you need to know + fun facts
All you need to know for visiting Trim Castle: practical tips and fun facts for adults, kids and movie lovers Trim Castle is one of the most beautiful and famous castles in Ireland. Located in Trim, less than an hour north of Dublin by car, is the biggest and best-preserved Norman Castle in Ireland and an absolute gem of a place. The castle is open to the public and regular tours allow you to see the interior of this incredible medieval construction and even climb to the very top of its impressive tower. We visited Trim Castle with the children and highly recommend it to all visitors, regardless of age!
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Glendalough: all you need to know for visiting this stunning Irish historical site
All you need to know to visit Glendalough, Co. Wicklow. What to see in Glendalough, how to get there, why it is worth seeing this beautiful natural and historical site. Glendalough is one of my favorite places in Ireland and one I never tire of visiting, no matter how often we go. I first visited Glendlaugh 25 years ago: it was the first stop on my Ireland road trip and I got there as the sun started to set. The place was empty, silent and still and I still remember that first around the lakes as a magical time. Since then, I have been to Glendalough more times than I…
