Quin Abbey: Quin, Co Clare
Quin Abbey is impressive, yet still charming and intimate. It is only about 9 miles from Ennis, and definitely worth … more
Dysert O’Dea Castle and High Cross: Corofin, Co Clare
Dysert O’Dea is a simple tower castle hidden away in the rolling hills of County Clare, and worth a search. … more
St Berrihert’s Kyle and Well: Glen of Aherlow, Co Tipperary
Truly hidden in the Glen of Aherlow, there are no signposts that will lead you to these sites dedicated to … more
A Titanic Memorial to John Flynn: Clonbur, Co Galway
While many Irish were leaving the country for a better life elsewhere, John Flynn had already established himself in Pennsylvania.… more
Taking in the Connemara Views with a Stop at Shanafaraghaun Burial Ground: Co Galway
On the scenic road along Connemara’s Lough Nafooey’s northern shore, this quiet little spot provides a comfortable little respite. One … more
The Remains of Castlesaunderson: Castlesaunderson Demesne, Co Cavan/Fermanagh
The once grand estate is in the hands of the Cavan County Council and home to the Boy Scouts of … more
Dunaghmore High Cross: Dunaghmore, Co Tyrone
Standing at the crossroads at the top of town, this high cross shows several Biblical scenes in its panels. In … more
Clare Abbey: Clarecastle, Co. Clare
Clare Abbey is a scenic ruin of crumbling walls, tracery windows, a tower and ruined battlements. At one time the… more
St Tighernach’s Tomb Shrine: Clones, Co Monaghan
In the shadow of the 10th-11th century Round Tower in St Tierney’s graveyard in Clones stands a stone tomb shrine … more
Fairy Fortress: Knockma Woods, Co Galway
This enchanted circular walk through Knockma Woods is both beautiful and filled with legend. It is said the legendary Maeve … more
The Mummified Cat and Rat of Christ Church Cathedral: Dublin, Co Dublin
Most people visit Christ Church Cathedral for its lofty interior, stained glass windows, colorful tile floor, the tomb of Strongbow,… more
A Sea of Celtic Crosses at Na Seacht dTeampaill: Eoghanacht, Co Galway
Na Seacht dTeampaill, or the Seven Churches, is a ruin of several ancient churches on the island of Inis Mor, … more
Aughavale Cemetery: Westport, Co Mayo
Just outside of Westport about a mile, on the road towards Croagh Patrick and Murrisk, there is a lovely, large … more
Famine Memorial – A Haunting Reminder: Westport, Co Mayo
This stirring piece of sculpture by John Behan is called ‘coffin ship’, and it looks, from afar, like a bronze … more
Deserted Village: Achill Island, Co Mayo
Books mention Achill’s abandoned village, but I was surprised when I saw it. An extensive community lived on the site, … more
A Stone Palace, Creevykeel Passage Tomb: Creevykeel, Co Sligo
About 25k north of Sligo Town, there is a massive passage tomb dating about 6000 years old called Creevykeel. It … more
Kilclooney Dolmen: Kilclooney Beg, Co Donegal
Just northwest of Ardara, take a 20 minute drive to Kilclooney Beg. Park near St. Conal’s church (there is a … more
The Only Round Tower in Antrim at St Patrick’s Church: Armoy, Co Antrim
In Armoy, on Glensheshk road, is a small church and round tower dedicated to St. Patrick. While it isn’t the … more
Kilmacduagh Abbey and the World’s Tallest Round Tower: Gort, Co Galway
For anyone wanting to take the roads over the Burren from Gort, Kilmacduagh is well worth the small detour. Dating … more
Keyhole Cross at Layde Church: Cushendall, Co Antrim
Layde Church is a small, ruined church near Cushendall. It has a delightful high cross and a keyhole cross, old … more
