Tourist attractions in Ireland

The Giant's Causeway is an area of coastline in county Antrim. Its interlocking basalt columns, many of which are hexagonal, make it a spectacular place to visit. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Dublin's graveyard with 1.5 million people buried here. Established by Daniel O'Connell in 1828 where political and civil war enemies are buried in close proximity. Famous "residents" from Ireland's history include "The Liberator" Daniel O'Connell, the charismatic Michael Collins, former President Eamon de Valera, and Parliamentarian Charles Stewart Parnell.

Glencar Waterfall is a natural tourist attraction, and provides an ideal location to pause, to forget one's cares and to allow the beauty and power of the waterfall to take one's complete attention, leaving stillness within.

Glenveagh National Park is located in north west Donegal, and comprises 16,000 hectares of bogland, woodland and lakes. Visitors can take a guided tour of the castle, and walk or cycle in the park. Golden Eagles, Peregrine Falcons and wild Red Deer are some of the many types of wildlife which may be spotted.

Looking for something completely different? Be curious, and be prepared to be transported to another world. This Indian Sculpture Park contains over 30 sculptures in black granite and bronze in heights ranging from from 1.7m to 4.5m (5.5 to 15 feet). The collection is unique in the country if not the world. They challenge the visitor both visually and mentally.

Have you ever been curious about what it's like to hold a hawk, to have it take off, circle above you and then to swoop down and land on your gloved fist? Based in the beautiful Ashford Castle, Ireland's Falconry School offer a "Hawk Walk" to small private groups. Participants are informed about the hawks and taken on a woodland walk where they allow the hawk to take off, fly above and to land on their hand. "An experience of a lifetime".

Kilkenny Castle was initially built over 800 years ago, with additions and alterations performed since then. It is strategically located at a crossing point on the river Nore. Much restoration work has taken place over the last 100 years, and it is the major tourist attraction in the region. Its grounds and gardens are great for walking or just taking pictures, plus there is a children's playground.

Built between 1200 and 1212, King John's Castle has over 800 years of fascinating and bloody history. Recently restored and fitted out with interactive touch-screen technology, 3D models and activities to involve the visitors, young and not so young, this castle really brings history to life.