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At the heart of the bustling Dublin theatre scene you will find the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Officially the largest theatre in Ireland, its opening in 2010 heralded a new era for theatre – not just in Dublin, but across Ireland. For the first time, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre allowed exceptional quality local and international theatrical productions to come to Ireland.

Stretching from the mountains to the east coast, with one of Ireland\'s most exciting cities in between, this fascinating county is Ireland’s thriving cultural hub.

An iconic city landmark, this striking cable-stayed bridge evokes the image of a harp on its side. Come at night to see it lit up.

If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.

Come for the culture, and stay for the craic. Ireland’s compact capital has something for everyone.

Spot this futuristic crystal building rising high in the dockyards and cycle along the grassy banks of the adjacent canal.

An iconic city landmark, this striking cable-stayed bridge evokes the image of a harp on its side. Come at night to see it lit up.

The air is perfumed with rose varieties blooming in this peaceful retreat, a perfect place to catch up with Tralee’s literary greats.

Spot this futuristic crystal building rising high in the dockyards and cycle along the grassy banks of the adjacent canal.

Outdoor pursuits, culture and history aplenty: Connemara\'s largest town provides a full day or two of entertainment.

If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.

Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

An iconic city landmark, this striking cable-stayed bridge evokes the image of a harp on its side. Come at night to see it lit up.

An iconic city landmark, this striking cable-stayed bridge evokes the image of a harp on its side. Come at night to see it lit up.

Phoenix Park is so important to Dublin that it has its own law on the statute books and visitors should be aware that one provision of this is that “no person shall act contrary to public morality in the Park”. So watch your Ps and Qs!

An iconic city landmark, this striking cable-stayed bridge evokes the image of a harp on its side. Come at night to see it lit up.

Walk along this pretty beach to find great surf breaks, fossilized marine life and the remains of a Spanish Armada shipwreck.

An iconic city landmark, this striking cable-stayed bridge evokes the image of a harp on its side. Come at night to see it lit up.

Swim, stroll or picnic at the broad sandy beach fringed by grassy banks when you visit this seaside town steeped in seafaring history.

Straddling the picturesque Carrowbeg River on the final stretch of its journey to Clew Bay on Ireland’s west coast, Westport boasts a beautiful Georgian town centre with a cosmopolitan array of multicoloured restaurants, shops and bars. Officially designated a Heritage Town, Westport is the jewel in Mayo’s brilliant green crown – but tear yourself away from the buzz of the centre and your choices multiply yet again.

Stretching from the mountains to the east coast, with one of Ireland\'s most exciting cities in between, this fascinating county is Ireland’s thriving cultural hub.