Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle

A complete guide to planning your trip to Ireland. Write down the tips and enjoy a lot!

Ireland, the magical emerald island, enchants with cliffs, mountains and valleys, beautiful beaches and charming cities, legends and rich folklore, unique music and gastronomy and the perfect union of tradition, history and modernity.

The country is one of the favorite destinations for young students, since it allows work visas for foreigners and that about a third of its population is under 30 years old.



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What to do in Ireland

Dublin is the capital of Ireland and one of the main tourist cities in the country. You can find dozens of museums, castles and beautiful architectural works, music and literature festivals throughout the year and pleasant parks, such as Phoenix Park.

Other tourist cities are Galway, with its charming colorful houses, and Cork, which has beautiful castles, such as Blackrock Castle. Both places are great weekend getaways.

In the Irish countryside, there are villages and cities that carry the tradition and historical vestiges of the period when the Vikings occupied the island, such as Limerick, Waterford, Arklow and Wicklow.

The stunning landscapes, in turn, are scattered throughout the island. One of the most famous sights is the set of seaside cliffs Cliffs Of Moher. A sight worth seeing! Other worthwhile tours are Glendalough Valley and the Wicklow Mountains, as well as Connemara National Park, surrounded by mountains, lakes and Kylemore Castle.



Read all our tips:

  • Ireland's Top Attractions
  • Dublin – Complete City Guide
  • Newgrange – Complete Guide to Destiny

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Where to stay in Ireland – Our hotel recommendations

Ireland offers a wide range of hotels to tourists, whether in large cities like Dublin or smaller, more remote places like Cobh. There are luxurious hotels, ancient castles, lively hostels and cozy inns that vary according to location and time of year. The month of March, for example, is busier due to the celebrations of St. Patrick's Day.

The country is also known for its rainy weather, regardless of the time of year. However, the summer months are milder, although it does not reach high temperatures. See some of our hotel recommendations below:

Read all our tips:

  • hotels in Dublin – The 16 most incredible places to stay
  • Ireland's Best Hotels

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Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle

Click on the photo and make your reservation at Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection

Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle

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Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle

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Ireland internet chip

It's getting easier and cheaper to have unlimited internet throughout your trip in Ireland. Nowadays you can buy an international cell phone chip online while you're still here in España. We always use and love it!


You receive the sim card at your address and then just insert it into your cell phone to reach your destination with unlimited 4G internet working.

Also read more chip tips:


  • International Cell Phone Chip – Which is the Best and How Much Does It Cost?
  • America Chip Discount Coupon – 10% OFF on Travel Chip

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Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle

Temple Bar em Dublin

Ireland travel insurance

Hire a Ireland travel insurance it is indispensable. To have fun and enjoy the best of the country's attractions without worrying, the best thing to do is to buy travel insurance with good medical and hospital coverage. So you can relax to enjoy the destination.

Read all about travel insurance:

  • Dublin travel insurance – Is it mandatory?
  • What is the Cheapest Travel Insurance – Tips on How to Save
  • How to Get Travel Insurance – 5 Easy Steps [DISCOUNT]
  • Which Travel Insurance to Choose – 3 Infallible Tips to Help
  • International Travel Insurance – Step-by-step How to Hire

Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle

Cidade de Cobh

Ireland car hire

Renting a car in Ireland is a great idea. In addition to optimizing your time a lot, you will be able to enjoy it more without having to depend on public transport.


We really like Rent Cars to find the cars we use on our travels. It is the only one in Spain that compares the best rental companies in the world, but lets you pay in reais, without IOF. In addition, it is also the only one that lets you pay in 12 interest-free installments. It is worth it!

We made a super complete post with tips for how to drive in ireland. We explain how toll collection works in the country, roads, necessary documentation and much more. It is worth checking!

Read all our tips:

  • Car Hire Ireland – Everything You Need to Know

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Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle

Galway City

Flights to Ireland

Looking for a good deal and flight prices? When buying tickets to Ireland, it is worth taking a look at the website Promo Tickets.

It is quite common to find cheaper and better flight options than on other sites. We always use and is it worth it?

Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle

Tramore Beach in County Waterford

Read all our Ireland tips and posts

  • Dublin travel insurance – Is it mandatory?
  • Dublin Hotels – The 16 Most Amazing Hotels to Stay
  • St. Patrick's Day – Best cities to celebrate
  • Ireland – Complete Guide to the Emerald Isle
  • Dublin – Complete Guide to the Irish Capital
  • Newgrange, Ireland – Learn more about the monument
  • How to drive in Ireland: everything you need to know about renting a car
  • Ireland travel insurance – Find out the advantages of hiring one
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