Heritage Island, Ireland's Visitor Attractions

Day trip from Dublin to discover the historic and archeological treasures of the Boyne Valley, first visiting the ancient Celtic site of the Hill of Tara, then Trim and Kells Heritage Towns. Trim’s 12th Century Castle featured in the film Braveheart and Kells is famous for its 8th Century monastic settlement, Book of Kells and Celtic High Crosses. The 5000 years old Megalithic tombs at Newgrange is a must see attraction. Return to Dublin via Beaulieu House, the premier Historic house in Co.Louth.

From Dublin through Co Wicklow, Garden of Ireland, to Waterford, first Norman stronghold. Visits en route may include magnificent Powerscourt House and Gardens, and Avondale House and Forest Park, birthplace of 19th Century great political leader Charles Stewart Parnell. Driving via New Ross visit the Dunbrody Emigrant Ship, full scale replica of the 19th Century historic sailing vessel. Arrive in Waterford and experience a warm welcome at the Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre, home of the world’s finest crystal.

Head for the medieval city of Kilkenny via attractive craft villages of Thomastown and Inistioge and 12th Century Jerpoint Abbey. Enjoy the remarkable ‘Footprints in Coal’ Exhibition at the Castlecomer Discovery Park. Choice of routes back to Dublin: for art lovers via Athy and Blessington to visit Palladian mansion Russborough House and its famous Beit Art Collection or for horse lovers go through the great horsebreeding county of Kildare, visiting the Irish National Stud and Gardens.

For something different visit Lullymore Heritage Park in Rathangan which is set in Ireland's largest peatland, the Bog of Allen. Alternatively stop off at Newbridge Silverware internationally renowned for its fine silverware and crafts.

To best enjoy this Ireland East Heritage Tour order a Heritage Island Tour Guide and avail of some great discounts.