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Ireland Castles & Abbey Guide

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My brother and I spent 7 days exploring Ireland for the first time. We visited historic castles, peaceful abbeys, and stayed in a few unforgettable castle hotels along the way. My favorite stay was Lough Eske Castle; the grounds were stunning and the...
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Cavan

Located near the border of Northern Ireland, Cavan boasts two rivers, glassy lakes and ancient hut sites.
 
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Staying at the Cabra Castle Hotel - Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, Ireland
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the castle itself was amazing
Cabra Castle

Donegal

Donegal is home to several highlights along the Wild Atlantic Way including Malin Head and Fanad Head Lighthouse.
 
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Traveling to visit the 2nd castle in Ireland. We stayed at the Lough Eske Castle.
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Beautiful luxury castle with a very nice spa and beautiful grounds
Lough Eske Castle

Roscommon

Spend your days experiencing the great outdoors at Lough Key and Lough Allen or get a history lesson at Roscommon Abbey and Strokestown Park.
 
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A walk through of The Abbey Hotel in Roscommon, Ireland
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We visited the Arigna Mines to get a first-hand experience of a coal miner's life and the centuries-old mining heritage of Arigna Mines
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smaller country side hotel with in house dining and bar
Abbey Hotel Roscommon

Dunboyne

Dunboyne is a town in County Meath with a history stretching back to the Middle Ages!!
 
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We stayed the Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, visited the Guinness Storehouse
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staying at the the Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa
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Originally built in 1764 and now a luxury 4 star hotel!
Dunboyne Castle Hotel

Dublin

Ireland’s beautiful capital!
 
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The experience starts standing at the bottom of the world’s largest pint glass, which rises through the building.
Guinness Storehouse
 
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self guided tour which includes admission to the Crypt and Exhibition
Christ Church Cathedral
 
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luxury outdoor shopping destination
Kildare Village
 
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Get hands-on with Irish culture and its past with this fully interactive museum really great for everyone of all ages! Really great time in there!
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
 
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Guided tours last just under one hour and include a Jameson comparative tasting and a complimentary signature Jameson drink.
Jameson Distillery Bow St.
 
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discover the city from the top of an open top double-decker bus!!
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