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Why You Absolutely Must Do A Road Trip Around Ireland In Photos

Last Updated August 23, 2022 William Tang

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Well, my 7 day road trip around Ireland is over but I still look through my album of photos with a great big smile.  The beauty of the country is well known but sometimes everyone needs a little bit of a jolt of wanderlust.

Well don't take my word for it, see in these nine photos why I've come to love Ireland.

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Table of Contents

Here's what we're covering:

  • Why A Road Trip Around Ireland Is Incredible
    • Castle On A Hill
    • Freshest of Seafood
    • Cliffs That Go On Forever
    • Irish Hospitality
    • Pints and Jams
    • Puffin Cuteness Overload
    • Alien Landscapes
    • Islands, Peninsulas, and Jagged Rocks
    • Monastery Fit For Star Wars
    • Want More Ireland?

Why A Road Trip Around Ireland Is Incredible

When it comes to deciding how to explore the Emerald Isle, I can with confidence say that a road trip around Ireland is the best way to see the country.  Here's why!

Castle On A Hill

As if lifted straight out of Game of Thrones, legends come alive at a place like the Rock of Cashel where you learn of St. Patrick and the kings of Munster.

rock of cashel in road trip around ireland

Freshest of Seafood

You can tell a great deal about a country by its cuisine and by the look of how fresh this catch was and how good it tasted, the seafood in Dingle certainly didn't disappoint.  This is a must-do in your own road trip around Ireland.

Out of the Blue Seafood in Dingle Ireland

Cliffs That Go On Forever

Instead of the traditional shot of the Cliffs of Moher, I thought I'd show you a different look that gives you a glimpse into just how far the cliffs go on in perpetuity.  This is where fear of heights meets lands end.

This is one of the many things I list in the top 10 things to do on any Ireland roadtrip.

Green and jagged Cliffs of Moher in Ireland

Irish Hospitality

Throughout the entire 7 day road trip in southern Ireland, I was most warmed by just how friendly everyone was everywhere we went.  I particularly enjoyed our chats with the B&B owners such as this family from Slieve Elva.

Slieve Elva B&B Owners in Ireland

Pints and Jams

Okay I know the locals will grumble but seriously you can't go to Dublin and not do The Temple Bar, am I right?  On this rainy day, we ducked inside to a packed house.  With a pint of Guinness in hand, we listened to the Irish band fill the room and it was the best part of the night.

Entrance to Temple Bar in Dublin in road trip around ireland

Puffin Cuteness Overload

I went to Skellig Michael to see the set of Star Wars but I got more than I bargained for with the tens of thousands of puffins that are truly a rare sight.  I still cannot believe I got to witness moments like these where puffins stood all lined up at the edge.

9 puffins at Skellig Michael

Alien Landscapes

In a bizarre plot twist, we ended up in Burren National Park where we were transported to another planet.

Rocky landscape of Burren National Park in Ireland

Islands, Peninsulas, and Jagged Rocks

Where Ireland comes alive is at its coast and this view of the Blasket Islands from Dunquin Harbour is one of my favourites.  The only thing that is missing from this scene are a flock of sheep being ferried back to the mainland from the islands.

Dunquin Harbour in Dingle Ireland

Monastery Fit For Star Wars

I'd be remiss to not talk about Skellig Island some more.  No matter your religious beliefs, you can't help but be amazed by the courage, strength, faith, and ingenuity of the monks that lived at the top of this island in the Atlantic Ocean.

This is where you see Luke Skywalker make his long awaited appearance but having been here myself, it's the story of this monastery and everything they built here that makes this a must-see in your road trip around Ireland.

must-do in road trip around ireland is skellig michael monastery

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There's a lot of useful content for Ireland on Going Awesome Places that you don't want to miss to help plan your very own road trip adventure.

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William is the Chief of Awesome at Going Awesome Places which is focused on off-the-beaten-path, outdoor adventure, and experiential travel. His true passion lies in telling stories, inspiring others to travel, writing detailed trip itineraries to help others plan their own trips, and providing helpful tips and tricks to guide readers to travel better. He is based in Toronto, Canada but you'll find him on the road more often than not. Make sure to learn more about William to find out his story and how Going Awesome Places started.

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