Why go to Ireland? The 10 good reasons to go Ireland
Beautiful Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is fascinating, and the Giant's Causeway is a marvel.
A thousand-year-old history
The Stone Age sites scattered around are the largest in the world.
A family destination
Many of the tours are child-friendly and they always receive discounts.
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The pub here is more than a bar; it's a pillar of social life.
A varied offer
Celtic ruins, medieval abbeys, castles, museums... The possibilities are endless.
A wild nature
The magnificent scenery doesn't disappoint and is an ideal backdrop for hiking.
Many national parks
There are many national parks to protect the wilderness.
A warm people
The Irish love their country and want visitors to love it.
Traditions still alive and well
St. Patrick's Day, Halloween, traditional songs and dances - this is a land of customs.
Vibrant cities
Dublin, Belfast, Cork or Galway, there is no lack of cities with a warm atmosphere.
What to visit Ireland?
Interview: MY DUBLIN
with Baptiste Tharreau, author of the guide
Baptiste Tharreau has been traveling the world for fifteen years for the Petit Futé. And the discovery of Ireland a few years ago was a revelation. Since then, he regularly takes his notebooks there to find new good plans. On this unique island, he loves the village atmosphere of Dublin, listening to traditional concerts with a beer in hand and walking along hiking trails
See the video of the interviewGood to know to visit Ireland
Timetable
In Dublin and the larger cities, museum opening hours are generally from 10am to 5 or 6pm every day of the week.
Public holidays in the Republic of Ireland: January1, March 17, Easter Monday,1st Monday in May,1st Monday in June,1st Monday in August, last Monday in October, December 25 and 26 (the only mandatory public holiday is December 25).
In Northern Ireland: January1, March 17, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May1, last Monday in May, July 12, last Monday in August, December 25 and 26.
To be booked
Reservations are rarely necessary, apart from the major Dublin sightseeing tours in high season, such as Trinity College.
Budget & Tips
The vast majority of museums and tourist sites charge admission. It's worth noting that discounts are often available when booking online. And almost all offer group entry for families (2 adults and 2 children).
In Dublin, the Dublin Pass allows you to enter around thirty tourist attractions without queuing. You get free access to the "Hop on Hop off" bus, as well as numerous discounts. Valid for 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 days (€69, €89, €99, €109 or €115), it's the ideal way to visit the capital's major tourist attractions.
Main events
Numerous events are organized throughout the year all over the country. Don't hesitate to contact the tourist offices to find out about local events.
Guided tours
In Dublin, you'll find all kinds of guided tours. And if there's one not to be missed, it's the Literary Pub Crawl (www.dublinpubcrawl.com), which introduces you to the two pillars of Irish culture: the pub and literature. Led by two actors, the tour is peppered with literary anecdotes. You'll meet Beckett, Joyce, Wilde, Shaw and other illustrious Irishmen, in a very friendly atmosphere.
Smokers
Smoking is banned in public places. All over Ireland.
