Top Things to do in Ireland
Things to do in Ireland, Ireland: The Best Lighthouses
Woven with wild greenery and Gaelic legends, the Emerald Isle is one of Europe’s most prized jewels. Rugged Atlantic beaches and mystery-shrouded sites rub shoulders with the cosmopolitan cities of Belfast and Dublin, where literary history and warm Irish hospitality are always in abundance.
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1. Fastnet Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By corkboy2009 - Cork, Ireland
On a sunny day this is an absolute must. We left Schull harbour and arrived on Cape Clear at middayt. We boarded the waiting boat to the lighthouse directly. On the way out we came across a pod of dolphins which was an added bonus and I heard you could also possible see breaching whales on some trips. The lighthouse is breathtaking and the tour gives you loads of photo taking opportunities. The water was clam but some kids did feel ill while we were at the lighthouse when the boat slowed down. After returning we spent a few hours on Cape Clear. On a sunny day this is a special place and there is a steep hill overlooking the bay that is worth the walk. Overall superb day out. One of Ireland's top attractions, forget Temple Bar and the Guinness storehouse this is the real deal. Ireland's teardrop has so much history. Just do it!
2. Ballycotton Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By J5357ZPsandras - Dublin, Ireland
We had a perfect couple of hours visiting Ballycotton Lighthouse. Hazel, was the most enthusiastic and well informed guide, making our trip more memorable. It was a lovely sunny day and the views were spectacular.
3. Muglins Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland
The sea is a lot more choppy when you break cover from Dalkey Island. However well worth the trip and we saw a shoal of dolphins as well. Brilliant!
4. Dursey Boat Trips
5. Hook Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,599 reviews
Hook Lighthouse, the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. 800 Years of lighthouse keeping. The Visitor center at Hook Lighthouse offers guided tours of the lighthouse tower, a 13th Century Norman structure, built by William Marshal, the Earl of Pembroke, as part of the development of his Lordship of Leinster, Guided tours of the lighthouse, culminating with the spectacular view from the balcony, operate every day, the visitor centre houses a first class gift shop and there is a cafe which has seafood specials and home baking. There is a free to view Maritime Exhibition centre with Coast Guard memorabilia and information on the Whales and Dolphins which are often spotted from the Coastline.Parking is free and The Lighthouse grounds have picnic tables and free games for all to enjoy and Relax by the Sea. In clear weather you can see for miles and in a storm the spray often reaches the top of the lighthouse! Social Enterprise Community Tourism Project Thank you for your reviews
Reviewed By 791noelc - Wexford, Ireland
Absolutely brilliant well worth a visit to this historical haven tour guides brilliant especially ms tweedy great shop and restaurant amazing place
6. Fenit Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By anneos18
Lovely scenery, nice quiet beach even on a cool day. You can drive all the way along the pier with parking.
7. Kilbaha Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By olmc81 - Galway, Ireland
Lovely little tour and information centre, with a fantastic cliff walk adjacent. A picnic would be perfect here
8. Ionad Deirbhile - Eachleim Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
A heritage centre located in the heart of Belmullet's Gaeltacht(Irish Speaking Region), Eachleim. Ionad Deirbhile offers local knowledge on making the most of Eachleim's Gaeltacht and an immersive historical experience with artifact displays and a local guide to educate guests on emmigration from Blacksod Bay to the North America's, The connection of Blacksod Bay with WW2 and the history and information on how to reach the abandoned village on Inis Gé island. The centre offers refreshments and WiFi for guests, workshops, tourist maps and cycle routes for your stay. As well as a dedicated emmigration researcher to connect the descendants of the Blacksod Emmigrants with their heritage. The centre is also wheelchair friendly.
