Rich in historical and cultural heritage, natural spaces and traditions, Ireland is a country that has a lot to offer to all types of travelers. In fact, tourists will be able to enjoy both archaeological remains, the sea of interesting, as well as really beautiful beaches, passing through important museums and monuments, shopping centers, cities full of atmosphere …
It is also important to bear in mind that it is a rural country, in which many people live among castles, forests and, of course, legends. So today we want to take a tour of some of the most beautiful towns in Ireland. Would you like to join us? We assure you that you will not regret it!
Adare
Arade is for many the most beautiful town in Ireland, something that does not surprise us at all, since this town in County Limerick, in the west of the country, has many ruins and buildings of great value despite its small size. Of course, you also have to take into account that it is surrounded by a beautiful natural environment.
Athlone
We continue our tour of the most beautiful villages in Ireland in Athlone, a historic town known as “the door to the West”. Without a doubt, one of its great attractions is the castle, although the town offers many attractions and activities: monuments, the bridge over the River Shannon, churches, hiking and biking trails, shopping centers, bars, bookstores, antique and handicraft shops …
Malahide
Nor could Malahide be missing from the list, a picturesque village located in the County of Fingal, just 16 kilometers north of the city of Dublin. Also in this case its main attraction is the castle , considered the oldest in Ireland. In addition, according to legend, more than one ghost has resided in it throughout history.
Kilkenny
We also want to tell you about Kilkenny that, although it is not a town, but a city in County Kilkenny, it deserves to be on the list for its marked medieval air. The castle, the Saint Canice Cathedral or the medieval buildings that fill its streets are some of its main attractions, although it must also be taken into account that it is a place with a lot of nightlife.
Kinsale
Situated on the southern coast of County Cork, the picturesque town of Kinsale is famous for its harbor , where you can often see people sailing or fishing, although Fort Charles and Castle Desmond are also notable. Nor can we forget that it is a place full of gourmet restaurants.
Inistioge
Another town that could not be missing from the list is Inistioge, a small and picturesque village located in County Kilkenny. Due to its great natural wealth, this place has been the scene of different films. Also noteworthy are the vintage shops and the ruins of Woodstock, which is an old abandoned mansion with beautiful gardens.
Cong
The town of Cong has also served as a setting for the cinema. Specifically, " The Quiet Man " was filmed here, the John Ford film starring John Wayne that won two Oscars in 1952. Some beautiful buildings stand out, such as Ashford Castle or Cong Abbey. In addition, we recommend a visit to the Cong Park, where the Casa de Pescadores is located, a house in ruins located on the river built more than 500 years ago.
Enniskerry
Finally, we want to talk about Enniskerry, a town in County Wicklow that is very close to Dublin. You will love its spectacular gardens and waterfalls, in addition to the famous making Powerscourt.