Heritage Centres / Historic Places

This castle was built in the 12th century. It was built by the Anglo Norman Earls of Kerry as a fortress. The Kerry Literary and Cultural Centre is located next to the castle and has...

The Hill of Llyod is located 3km from Kells. It features an 18th century lighthouse that was built by the son of the Earl of Bective in memory of his father. There are some stunning views from...

Lough Derg lies about four miles north of the village of Pettigo in County Donegal. Station Island, the location of the Pilgrimage, is often referred to as Saint Patrick's Purgatory or simply...

Lough Gur is one of Ireland’s archaeological and historical gems. The beautiful and enchanted lake lies 21 km south east of Limerick city. From the level surrounding countryside it unfolds...

Take a walk through centuries of garden and landscape fantasy. The central area of approximately six acres includes a lime avenue, extensive lawns and terraces, magnificent herbaceous border...

Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park is a day visitor attraction located on a mineral island in the Bog of Allen between the villages of Rathangan and Allenwood in North West Kildare. The...

Lurgan Town Hall was designed by architect Raffles Brown. This is a continuation of the Mechanic Institute with black stone and red brick dressings on the ground floor and basement with tall...

Magdalene Tower is all that remains of this Dominican Friary. It was built in the 14th century and it was at this tower that the Ulster chiefs surrendered to Richard II, King of England in...

Mahee Castle is open all year round and there is no entrance fee. The castle is situated on Mahee Island in Strangford Lough. It was built in 1570 by Captain Browne, an English soldier.

Malahide Castle is one of the oldest and most historic castles in Ireland. From 1185 until 1975, it was the home of the Talbot family. This was a remarkable tenure by a single family and is...