Cobh (Cork)
Cobh is located on the south shore of the Great Island in Cork Harbour, (reputed to be the second largest natural harbour in the world), on slopes overlooking the harbour. On its highest point stands the Cobh Cathedral, St. Colman's, seat of the diocese of Cloyne.
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Dublin
On the east coast of Ireland, Dublin is located at the mouth of the River Liffey, which runs through the city. There's no shortage of sights to explore in Dublin. Visit a castle, or take a walking tour through the Georgian streets of Merrion Square. Shop O'Connell Street or ride on top of the city's hop-on hop-off double-decker tour buses. Or just kick back at the St. James's Gate Guinness Brewery and enjoy a tasty pint with a perfectly, frothy head.
Dunmore East (Waterford)
In this city, founded in 853 by the Vikings, the attraction is clearly the crystal factory. Follow all stages of production, observing how sand, lead and potash are transformed by fire into sparkling crystal.
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Glengariff
The tiny Irish village of Glengarriff, meaning ‘rough glen’, takes its name from the rugged beauty of the magnificent mountains and wooded valleys that surround it. Located in the southwest region of County Cork this small enclave of Bantry Bay enjoys a mild climate and plays host to a whole range of natural attractions.
Along the dips and curves, be captured by the Caha Mountains and the breath-taking views of the bulk of Sugarloaf – both visible from a number of well-trodden walkways. Less than 1km west of the village towards Kinkare, is Glengarriff Woods Nature Reserve, a relic of the original oak forest that once covered the whole of Ireland.
The gardens at Garnish Island are famous for their collection of plants. And, just a short drive away, you can wander in the wild scenery of the Beara Peninsula, take in the tranquillity of the lakes of Inchigeela and see the sedimentary rocks and sundews of Gougane Barra and the Borlin Valley.
Waterford
Waterford, a beautiful region of southeastern Ireland, is best known for its famous lead crystal. Situated on the River Suir, the city and port of Waterford actually dates back to Viking times and retains a medieval character along its busy riverside and buildings from an 18th century expansion.
