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Stretching from the mountains to the east coast, with one of Ireland\'s most exciting cities in between, this fascinating county is Ireland’s thriving cultural hub.

Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.

Shannon is a new town in County Clare, Ireland, situated on the estuary of the River Shannon which gives it its name. Home to Shannon Airport, it lies halfway between the city of Limerick, in County Limerick, and Ennis, the county town of County Clare, and is thus conveniently located for visiting both counties.

Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Stretching from the mountains to the east coast, with one of Ireland\'s most exciting cities in between, this fascinating county is Ireland’s thriving cultural hub.

Watch cheetahs running at full speed for their lunch and feed penguins and lemurs in this large nature reserve on an island.

Straddling the picturesque Carrowbeg River on the final stretch of its journey to Clew Bay on Ireland’s west coast, Westport boasts a beautiful Georgian town centre with a cosmopolitan array of multicoloured restaurants, shops and bars. Officially designated a Heritage Town, Westport is the jewel in Mayo’s brilliant green crown – but tear yourself away from the buzz of the centre and your choices multiply yet again.

Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.

See this icon of Irish legend and the poetry of W.B. Yeats from all over the county. Climb to its summit for magnificent coastal views.

Built in 1730 on the ruins of a castle that was home to Grace O’Malley, the famous 16th century Pirate Queen of Connaught, Westport House is one of County Mayo’s most popular tourist attractions.

Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.

Swim, stroll or picnic at the broad sandy beach fringed by grassy banks when you visit this seaside town steeped in seafaring history.

Stretching from the mountains to the east coast, with one of Ireland\'s most exciting cities in between, this fascinating county is Ireland’s thriving cultural hub.

Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

The air is perfumed with rose varieties blooming in this peaceful retreat, a perfect place to catch up with Tralee’s literary greats.