Top 3 Cities in Ireland

A trip to Ireland's most charming cities

Ireland is an unrivalled holiday destination for travellers looking for something special. From green, rolling hills to dramatic cliffs and picturesque lakes, the island offers a diverse landscape that captivates hikers, nature lovers and photographers alike. With the best sights scattered across the island, Ireland is best explored by car.

Ireland's history is reflected in prehistoric stone monuments, majestic castles and ancient monasteries. Ireland's cultural life is reflected in the lively cities with their cosy pubs, traditional music and vibrant art scene. In Dublin, Galway, Cork and other charming cities, visitors can enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and get to know the warmth of the Irish people.

In this article, we present our Top 3 favourite cities with the most beautiful sights in Ireland .

Known and Unknown facts about Ireland

• The Republic of Ireland is largely located on an island, which itself is also called Ireland. However, the northern part of the island of Ireland is not part of the Republic of Ireland, but forms the country of Northern Ireland, which in turn is part of the United Kingdom.
• Official languages: Irish, English
• The most important sights in the south-west of Ireland can be explored along the 179-kilometre Ring of Kerry coastal route. The ideal starting and finishing point for the Ring of Kerry is the town of Killarney.
• If you have more time, you can explore the entire west coast of the island along the Wild Atlantic Way coastal route, which covers over 2,500 kilometres.
• The mountain Croagh Patrick is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in honour of the Irish national saint St. Patrick.
• The island of Skellig Michael is home to one of the most famous monasteries in Ireland. The island was also the location for several films in the Star Wars saga.
• Toraigh Island, or Tory Island, is the furthest inhabited island in Ireland from the mainland.
• The cliffs of Slieve League in the north of Ireland are among the highest cliffs in Europe.

Top 3 Cities in Irland

Dublin

The Irish capital Dublin is located on the east coast of the country. The city forms a refreshing contrast to the idyllic surrounding countryside and is known for its lively nightlife, among other things. A particularly large number of restaurants and nightclubs can be found in the cultural district of Temple Bar, including several classic pubs such as the Porterhouse, The Temple Bar and The Palace.

Dublin is an ideal starting point for exploring the many sights on Ireland's east coast. One of the most famous places in the area is the monastery complex in the Glendalough valley, which is located in the picturesque Wicklow Mountains. Glendalough is also home to two lakes, whose green, rocky shores are perfect for hiking.

Galway

Galway is located on the west coast of the island in Galway Bay. The city is a particularly attractive destination due to its beautiful surroundings. Some of Ireland's most famous landmarks are within easy reach of Galway.

Regular boat trips are offered from Galway along the west coast of Ireland. On this route you can reach the Aran Islands, for example. This group of islands is characterised by its impressive rock formations and stone walls.

Cork

Cork is the second largest city in Ireland after Dublin. The city is ideally located on the south coast as a starting point for adventures in the region. Blarney Castle with the legendary Blarney Stone is just a few minutes' drive from the city. According to legend, anyone who kisses the so-called "Stone of Eloquence" will receive the gift of eloquence.

There are more legends to be discovered around one hundred kilometres north-east of Cork on the Rock of Cashel. The mountain with its historic buildings is considered one of Ireland's landmarks. Legends and tales describing the Rock of Cashel as the home of fairies, spirits and other creatures go back several centuries.