What is your favourite place in Ireland?

I'm a bit jealous of your local experience in County Galway, Maedhbh! 

For me it will sound a bit cliché but nothing beats an early morning walk in Doolin with the wind in your face, after eating breakfast at Gus O'Connor's - It's way nicer to start the hike from this way if you plan to visit the Cliffs of Moher, and you'll feel like you have the trail to yourself for most of the walk (until you have the O'Brien tower in sight and reach the visitor center)

It was so amazing and we would take plenty of photo breaks along the Cliffs or just sit in the grass to look at the sea stacks. What a wonderful day it was! 

Your description of a day in Doolin has me hooked, Antoine! I definitely must get back there one of these days.

I would have to say that for myself, the Burren (aka The Burren National Park) has to be one my top places to visit on the island of Ireland.

While we often think of the Emerald Isle as a land of rolling green and lush hills, the Burren just has that something special – if slightly uncanny – feel to it. Its limestone plateaus, deep crags and cracks, give it a moon-like scape that is just not replicated elsewhere on the island. Even if geology isn’t your thing, you can feel the beat of millions of years of Earth’s history right there. It’s a fascinating place to hike or cycle around but also a perfect photographer’s playground where all sorts of odd and fascinating shots are there to be taken!  

Don’t miss out either on the Poulnabrone Dolmen, a Neolithic portal tomb, which stands proudly against the backdrop of the Burren, inviting contemplation on the mysteries of the island’s ancient people.

And finally, the Burren is one of those places that can look totally different depending on when you visit. Contrary to the initial stark appearance, it indeed bursts into a myriad of colours during the warmer months.You can find rare orchids, gentians, and other flowers among the crevices.

If you're looking a destination that goes beyond the conventional and where it feels like every rock and crag tells a story, the Burren is the place!

Whole Ireland is beautiful!!

You all already know what I came to say here, because I have Dingle fever! I took this lovely snapshot on a rainy day and that inspired me for some tips. 

The Dingle peninsula is known for having breathtaking, rugged landscapes and scenic (hiking) routes. However, chances are that you can get caught in Dingle on a rainy day.  Of course you can also whack on your rain gear and explore the peninsula, but sometimes it can be nice to slow down a bit. Wither out the storm in Dingle with these indoor activities and experience the town at it’s most peaceful and tranquil. If you find yourself in Dingle on a rainy day, you can visit Dingle's new sea themed museum, housed in Dingle’s former fish factory: Wave. It’s is a very family friendly experience.

The Dingle aquarium is only a few doors down!There are also multiple beautiful galleries where artists, often inspired by Dingle's beautiful landscape, display their art. Carol Cronin's immersive seascapes are a must-see.

An Díseart is a center that researches Irish spirituality and Celtic culture. It is housed in the former convent of Dingle, and the outside alone is a sight to behold with it's impressive architecture and sweeping gardens designed to incorporate native Irish plants and Celtic mythology. You can also go into the visitor center where you can view Harry Clarke's  stain glass windows.

You can do some shopping in one of Dingle’s many artisan craft stores. Check out The Coach House, or the Uisce Leather workshop for artisan leather goods.

The Irish bookstore An Café Liteartha is tucked away on the unassuming Dykegate Lane, across an old style little toy store and bike repair shop. It is filled with local books, ranging from fiction set on the peninsula to books about Dingle’s rich history. You can read one of these books by the fire in one of the pubs with the rain hitting the roof; absolute bliss!

The very popular Foxy John’s for example has an open fire, and on a rainy day you can expect the locals to sit at the bar having the chats. Or, if you’d like a less popular but equally worthwhile destination to wether out the storm, check out Kennedy’s pub on the top of Goat Street. They have a secret margarita menu with 12 different margaritas. The more traditional Nelligan’s pub has Irish music sessions every single day.
This should keep you occupied for a day (or two!)

A cosy rainy day in Dingle sounds at least as exciting as a day trip on the Slea Head Drive with all your tips, Alinde! 💚 Thank you so much for this wealth of information. 😊