The Bend of the Boyne is a fantastic structure that predates the Egyptian Pyramids. It is a palace like structure that was built by people who had knowledge of science and astronomy. It is found in County Meath.
Bunratty Castle in County Clare is a very popular site for tourists. The castle was built in the 13th Century and today has a folk park next to it that shows how the locals used to live.
Dublin is the capital city and this is the place to be when the rugby matches are on. The city comes alive in a sea of green and it seems that the entire population is in town. If the rugby is not what you want then the town has a lot to do away from the game.
The Temple Bar area is very popular for the nightlife and there are very lively pubs. The Oliver St. John Gogarty or the Porterhouse are two cracking pubs in the area. The Porterhouse has an international feel with beer festivals such as the Oktoberfest and Australia Day.
The area is also great for shopping and also is home to the Irish Film Institute.
Outside of Dublin there are a host of coastal places to visit such as Bray, Greystones and down as far as Wicklow that give scenic walks and beautiful mountains. Car Hire Ireland offers the very best of Ireland for visitors to choose from.