Dublin is Ireland's capital city and its most populated. This means there is always something happening, regardless of the time of year. On this page we invite you to have a look at some of Dublin's stand out events and festivals.
Howth, County Dublin
Held in the scenic fishing village of Howth, the Dublin Bay Prawn Festival brings together the famous restaurants, bars and diners of the area. Witness seafood cooked in every possible way. Stewed prawns, grilled lobster, baked halibut, barbecued cod... the possibilities are endless. The festival is held in March and usually coincides with the St. Patrick's Day Celebrations.
Iveagh Gardens, County Dublin
Held annually from a Thursday to a Sunday in mid-June, the Taste of Dublin Festival is a mouth watering celebration of everything food & drink!. Interactive cooking master-classes, beer & wine tasting, an Irish food market, samples from local restaurants and much more!
Herbert Park, Dublin City
An annual event held every August in Dublin's Herbert Park. For the grill purists there's all kinds of barbecue methods going on involving all kinds of meats... chicken, pork, beef shrimp, etc. There is also live music, BBQ classes, craft beers, kids events and, oh, waiter table service of the aforementioned meats!
Dublin City
An Irish celebration of all things Italian. The organisers are looking to make a mark in the food festival calender. As well as celebrating Italian food there is also some Italian music and even a Vespa moped display.
Dublin City
Taking place in Dublin City annually towards the end of October. The Dublin Greek Film Festival has become a firm favourite with cinema goers looking for something a little out of the ordinary. Enjoy the latest feature length, documentary and short films coming from Greece.
Dublin City
the Dublin International Film Festival has played host to over 600 international film stars including Daniel Day-Lewis and Al Pacino.
County Dublin
Ireland's largest traditional music festival, held at some of Dublin's most iconic locations. The festival was first seen in 2006 and has grown in audience numbers every year since. It now attracts the top Trad performers from across Ireland and abroad.
Marley Park, Dublin
Longitude has become a staple in the Irish Music Festival circuit over the last years. Held over a weekend in the middle of July and usually featuring up and coming or lesser-known acts. Prices are reasonable compared with some of the larger Irish Music Festivals.
Fingal, County Dublin
A month long celebration of all things literature and creativity based. Feature guest speakers from a broad spectrum of backgrounds including acting, writing, digital media and scriptwriting.
Clontarf Yacht & Boat Club, Dublin
Cycling coast to coast, this year from Dublin to Galway. Starting with your back wheel in the Irish sea at sunrise and your front wheel in the Atlantic Ocean at sunset. All in aid of Temple Street Children's Hospital.
Dublin City
Merrion Square will be the start point for up to 7,000 riders. You can decide between a 65km route or, if you're feeling a little more adventurous, 105km!
Dublin City
Walk through the scenes that formed Oscar Wilde early life in Dublin City with your guide Oisin O'Nuallain.
Dublin City
A novel approach to the walking tour formula. These guys will take you on a walking tour of dublin, for free! They will though accept tips at the end, based on how much you enjoyed the tour.
These top attractions are all too good to put in a strict order. So just think of them as ten of the best. The ten attractions and destinations that you won't want to miss.
Discover the face of Ireland that interests you most. We've broken Ireland's attractions, locations, and events into categories so you can easily find what appeals to you and your group.
A nation of poets, playwrights, thinkers, and creators. See the homes and landscapes that inspired the likes of Swift, Wilde, Yeats, Joyce and Heaney.
You've seen them on the big screen. Now experience Ireland's landscapes for yourself, visiting the sets of Game of Thrones, Star Wars and other classics.
An ancient world awaits you. From within the stones of Ireland's ancient castles and monuments, the legends of ages past will reveal themselves to you.
Don't forget your camera as you head outdoors in Ireland. Some magnificent landscapes await you whether you're walking, cycling, sailing or climbing.
As well as being an Island itself, Ireland is surrounded by smaller islands with tiny populations and fascinating backstories. We're working our way through them!
Ireland's stunning scenery and breathtaking natural landscape make it a photographer's dream. The urban environments are also very snap-worthy!
Adare is a small town in Co. Limerick, known for its quaint and colourful thatched cottages. Adare is considered to be one of Ireland's most beautiful towns so stop and take in the view. Don't forget your camera today - the perfect chance to capture the essence of old Ireland.
Explore Adare Village along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Take a journey through this once troubled city. See the murals of the Loyalist Shankill Road & Nationalist Falls Road. The Troubles took their toll on the economic life of Belfast, but the past ten years of peace have returned much prosperity while the genuine friendliness of the city never left.
Originally built in 1823, Blarney Woollen Mills was mainly used for the spinning and weaving of wool. After it closed in 1973, it reopened in 1975 — as an Irish heritage shop.
The Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre commemorates the last pitched battle fought on British soil, in April 1746. Learn more about the Jacobite intent to overthrow the House of Hanover and return the House of Stuart to the British throne.
Located within Glenveagh National Park, Glenveagh Castle was built by Captain John George Adair between 1870 and 1873. Having made his fortune through land speculation in America, Adair return to Ireland and began large amounts of land in County Donegal. The castle was built in the Scottish Baronial style and is surrounded by a garden and commands stunning views of the nearby mountains, lakes, woodlands and valleys.
About Highland Folk Museum is a museum and open-air attraction located in the Scottish Highlands. It is designed to showcase the domestic and working lives of the early highland people.
Located alongside the River Shannon in County Limerick, on King's Island. Dating back to 922, to a time when Vikings were the inhabitants of the island (Thormodr Helgason, the Viking sea-king, built the first settlement here. The castle itself was built in 1200, under the instruction of King John of England.
Located alongside the River Shannon in County Limerick, on King's Island. Dating back to 922, to a time when Vikings were the inhabitants of the island (Thormodr Helgason, the Viking sea-king, built the first settlement here. The castle itself was built in 1200, under the instruction of King John of England.
Located close to the Killarney National Park, Moriarty's is an Authentic Irish Gift Store and Restaurant. Hand crafted Irish jewellery, Waterford Crystal and classic and modern tweed fashions and furnishings are all on offer at the gift store. The restaurant is an 85 seater offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Mount Congreve Gardens. Located in Kilmeaden, County Waterford, Mount Congreve Gardens is an 18th century Georgian estate and mansion. It was designed by the same architect that created both of Waterford's cathedrals, John Roberts.
Recently recognised as being one of the top 10 gardens in the world, Mount Stewart is a rich tapestry of planting plant life and stunning walking trails. The house dates back to the 19th century, and was the Irish seat of the Vane-Tempest-Stewart family.
Located on the grounds of the expansive and idyllic Killarney National Park. Muckross House, and its 11,000-acre grounds, was donated to the Irish state in 1932.
Located on the grounds of the picturesque Muckross House and its impeccable gardens. Take a step back in time and see the Irish farming lifestyle of the 1930s and '40s. A time when the horse was responsible for much of the labour and the weather was the be all and end all in terms of production.
The Quiet Man Museum. A reproduction of the quaint thatched cottage from the John Wayne starring, John Ford directed movie of the same name. all costumes, artefacts and furnishings have been recreated in precise detail, to reflect the setting of the 1952 classic. Located in the picturesque village of Cong, County Mayo.
As a local Irish company, we at My Ireland Tour are passionate about our country and our local community. We're thrilled that you're interested in visiting the place we call home. That's why we put together this definitive travel guide for anyone who wants to come to Ireland and discover this amazing place for themselves.
This is a completely free resource covering everything from top tourist attractions to the nearest yoga centre. We hope it helps!
