Ireland Flowers, Island & reefs + Museum pictures

• Europe
• World

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.

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.

The exciting tales of battle and siege come to life within this beautifully preserved Norman castle in the heart of historic Limerick.

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.

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.

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.

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

Outdoor pursuits, culture and history aplenty: Connemara\'s largest town provides a full day or two of entertainment.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Colorful local birds fly above a busy working windmill that looks over a historic port from which many thousands left for better lives.