Irish Getaways Blog
Discover Ireland through local insights, travel guides, and cultural stories
Gardens & Great Houses of Ireland: The Complete Visitor's Guide
Plan your visit to Ireland's finest gardens and great houses. From Powerscourt to Kylemore Abbey, discover what to see, when to go, and how to explore with a local guide.
Ireland's Great Houses: Castletown, Emo Court and Russborough
A guide to three of Ireland's finest great houses: Castletown, Emo Court and Russborough. Explore Palladian architecture, designed landscapes and centuries of Irish history.
Walled Gardens of Ireland: A Forgotten Heritage
Ireland's walled gardens are a hidden heritage of Victorian horticulture, kitchen garden culture and lost estate economies. Here's where to find the best surviving examples.
Glenveagh Castle & Gardens: Donegal's Hidden Estate
Explore Glenveagh Castle and its gardens in the heart of County Donegal. History, walking trails, wildlife, and how to plan your visit to this remote estate.
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden: A Complete Visitor's Guide
Plan your visit to Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian walled garden in Connemara. History, what to see, opening times, and why a guide transforms the visit.
Mount Stewart: Northern Ireland's Finest Garden Estate
Discover Mount Stewart, Northern Ireland's finest garden estate. Explore the Italian Garden, Shamrock Lake, Dodo Terrace, and the restored rooms of this 18th-century house on the shores of Strangford Lough.
The National Botanic Gardens, Dublin: A Complete Visitor's Guide
Plan your visit to Dublin's National Botanic Gardens. Explore Victorian glasshouses, 20,000 plant species, and 200 years of botanical history — free entry.
Powerscourt Gardens & House: A Complete Visitor's Guide
Plan your visit to Powerscourt Gardens & House with our complete guide. Discover the Italian Garden, Japanese Garden, walled garden, and the best times to explore County Wicklow's finest estate.
Private Tours in Ireland: Costs, How to Choose & Finding a Local Guide
Private tours in Ireland cost between €250 and €900 per day depending on format. Here is how to choose between a driver-guide, walking guide, or group tour, and how to find a local guide.