Ireland

Ireland is mystical and enthralling like the Celtic lore and the foot-stomping folk it creates. Named the Emerald Isle for the colour of its stunning scenery, it astounds at every corner, from its wildest coastal road to its cliffside castles. Here, in the land that spurred some of literature's greatest minds, everybody has a story. Start your Irish story and let the locals regale you with their own.

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Go green with a vacation to Ireland! Tick off top places to visit in Ireland, from the capital of Dublin and the coastal towns of Shannon or Galway, to scenic must-sees like the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry and Connemara region. Browse our Ireland tours to see the best of the Emerald Isle. Plus, find Flight & Hotel packages to Ireland from Canadian cities.

Ireland travel guide

Destination facts

Language

English, Irish Gaelic

What to bring back

Donegal tweeds, Celtic jewellery (like a Claddagh ring), books from famous Irish authors (James Joyce, Colm Tóibín, Maeve Binchy, etc.), Irish whiskey and an Aran sweater.

What to eat

Irish stew, soda bread, boxty (potato pancake) and seafood.

Fun fact

Ireland might be commonly associated with leprechauns, but it’s fairies that mark the country’s green landscapes with mysterious ringforts. While most know now that these are actually the circular ruins of ancient stone buildings, some still believe that they are actually fairy forts, enchanted by druid magic and leading to secret realms.