Are you looking for places out of the traditional itinerary (Dublin, Galway and Cork) to visit? Well, you are on the right post! Ireland has several fantastic – and historic – cities to visit and it’s not extreme to say the more hidden they are, the more beautiful and fantastic they become. It’s the best way to immerse, in fact, in the local culture and to understand where all the sympathy and joy of these warm people come from.
Here are 5 cities you need to explore before you leave the Emerald Isle. Visits that will make your experience even more complete and enriching. Check it out here!
RUN AWAY FROM THE OBVIOUS: PLACES IN IRELAND FOR YOU TO VISIT
DERRY
How about visiting a city that is divided between two countries? Derry, or officially Londonderry, is a small town on the border between Ireland and Northern Ireland.
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However, it is now part of Northern Ireland, has more than 100,000 inhabitants and is the second largest city in the country – just behind the capital Belfast. It is the only completely walled city in Ireland and one of the best preserved in Europe.
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KINVARA
Located in Galway County, Kinvara is a harbour town known for its breathtaking castles and visuals by the sea.
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Dunguaire Castle, located in the region, is one of Galway County’s most popular sights. It is one of the most charming and perfect castles for photos as it has the added appeal of its waterfront location.
KILLINEY
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Located approximately 40 minutes south of Dublin, Killiney belongs to Dún Laoghaire County, and, along with Dalkey, forms the richest suburb of the city.
One of the biggest highlights is Killiney Hill Park, a public park with stunning views of the region. And if you’re lucky, you can still bump into none other than Bono Vox walking around, since you’re the most illustrious resident of that area.
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DOWNPATRICK HEAD
The coastal beauty of Downpatrick Head in Mayo County is one of the favourite getaways for locals who prefer to be more intimately and privately connected with the country’s natural beauty.
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