• Racecourses in the Dublin area Greyhound racing, Dundalk Stadium As a tiny nation, Ireland really has provided its fair share of champion racehorses. Names like Arkle, Red Rum, Dawn Run and recently Sea The Stars roll off the tongue of even the most novice racing enthusiast and adorn the walls of countless..... more
  • Navigating Ireland's underground Ireland has a diverse array of outdoor activities to offer natives and tourists alike, and there is one particular area of Ireland that doesn’t receive quite as much attention as the rest – the underground, literally.More commonly known as caving,..... more
  • Saddle up for the 10 best riding holidays Pony Trekking For some people the perfect holiday should include one of the following: a quiet country setting, peaceful sightseeing, or an exciting adventure. People can expect all three when embarking on a horse trekking holiday in any of Ireland’s..... more
  • Walking in Wicklow County Wicklow Take a walk on the wild side in Wicklow. Fresh air in the lungs, surrounded by nature, wrapped up warm, a brisk wind running through your hair – there’s nothing quite like a long walk in the Irish countryside!Walking in Ireland is something many..... more
  • Best walks in Ireland: Greystones to Bray coastline cliff walk Cliff Walk The two-hour Greystones to Bray coastline cliff walk makes for an excellent day trip for anyone staying in or near Dublin. Getting to GreystonesAs the Dart pulls out of the Pearse Street station and hurtles down the track, the car’s jolts and..... more
  • 10 of the best equestrian centres in Ireland Ireland’s lush countryside and diverse landscapes create the perfect environment for an increasingly popular sport, horse riding. With several stables and riding centres scattered all over the country, the equestrian community of Ireland boasts..... more
  • Fly fishing in Ireland – The 10 best spots Lough Currane, Waterville, Co. Kerry 1. River Moy, Ballina, Co. Mayo Ireland's most prolific salmon fishery comes alive with salmon from May onwards. Stand in the water at the famous Ridge Pool and marvel at the salmon leaping in the air just feet away from you. But you're not the only..... more
  • Riding centres in Ireland Donegal Equestrian Centre Horse riding is a favourite pastime in Ireland and there are numerous riding centres around the country, offering you the chance to get better acquainted with this majestic animal. Learning to ride can be a daunting experience for some, but..... more
  • 10 of the best campsites in Ireland Camping, or “glamping” (glamorous camping, for those not in the loop!), is increasingly popular with tourists and Irish people looking to take a stay-at-home holiday these days. As long as the wonderful Irish weather stays on your side, camping has..... more

Activities

Spurred by Ireland’s epithet, the Emerald Isle, visitors arrive with romantic notions of the country’s landscape. But any expectations are sure to be met, and indeed surpassed. Rolling mountains, windswept bogs, plummeting coastline cliffs, thriving rivers, seaweed-strewn fjords and lush valleys contribute to Ireland’s beautiful and dramatic landscape, famous the world over.

For the traveller looking to spend time outdoors, we provide a number of activity listings. Find out all the best places in Ireland for golfing, fishing, walking and horse riding. We provide you with contact details, location and images. You can search our listings by type and county. You can also check out our features for a more detailed look at some of the best outdoor activities in Ireland.

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