If you’re visiting Ireland, you may want to find out what are some of the best things to do there, in order to make the most of your trip. So here’s a list of nine favorite things to do in Ireland!

1. Go On A Walking Vacation

If you love being in the outdoors and you’re reasonably fit, then a walking tour of Ireland may be just right for you. Walking tours can be short or long, from one day up to one week or more! Some walking tours include accommodation and may even have a van to pick up the stragglers in the group, while other tours can be a complete do-it-yourself options.

2. Visit The Blarney Stone

The Blarney Stone is world famous and is part of Blarney Castle which is five miles from Cork. Legend has it that if you kiss this piece of bluestone, you will magically be possessed with the gift of the gab.

3. Visit Castles And Stately Homes

If you enjoy touring stately homes and castles, you’ll be spoiled for choice in Ireland. Take your pick from Blarney Castle, Dublin Castle, Ross Castle and Muckross House & Gardens, just to name a few.

4. Tour The Ring Of Kerry

The Ring of Kerry is perhaps Ireland’s most famous tourist attraction. This is a 110 mile trip covering some of the most breathtaking scenery Ireland has to offer. Starting out from Killarney, it is an all day trip that encompasses the Atlantic coast, small fishing villages, stone forts and many more local beauty spots that you may remember for the rest of your life.

5. Visit The Guinness Brewery In Dublin

If you love beer, then why not sample a drop of Guinness at the Guinness Brewery in Dublin? You can tour the brewery and discover just how they make this famous stout.

6. Play A Round Of Golf

There are over 360 golf courses in Ireland, so if you enjoy playing golf, you’ll be able to fit in a game on your trip to Ireland. South-west Ireland boasts beautiful parkway golf courses and you can also play links golf on the coast.

7. Go Cycling

Ireland is a beautiful country to cycle through. The roads are flat, the distances between villages are short compared to other countries and there are plenty of bike stores dotted around the country. You can take your bike on the ferry, bus or train. For a memorable experience, why not go on a biking tour of Ireland and cycle the length and breadth of the country?

8. Visit The Cliffs of Moher

The Cliffs of Moher in Country Clare tower over the ocean and are a very popular tourist attraction. It can be wild and windy at The Cliffs, so make sure you’re prepared for the weather and don’t get too close to the edge as you can literally be blown over!

9. St Patrick’s Cathedral

If you enjoy visiting churches, then you’re going to love St Patrick’s Cathedral, which was built centuries ago. Anglican services are held on a daily basis, and there is a part of the church that features famous writers’ tombs. North of St Patrick’s Cathedral there is a park that boasts statues dedicated to famous Irish writers.

Take this list with you the next time you go to Ireland and you’ll have plenty of things to see and do once you’re there. It will definitely be a trip to remember!