Public buildings to see in Ireland

Abbeys and monasteries

Donegal Abbey

It was here, in this Franciscan abbey, that the world-famous story of the "Annals of the Four Masters" was written.

Abbeys and monasteries

Ross Errily Abbey

This is a 14th-century Franciscan monastery. You'll fall in love with its timeless charm!

Abbeys and monasteries

Boyle Abbey

One of the most beautiful abbeys in Ireland! Its charm is matched only by the majesty of its architecture!

Abbeys and monasteries

St Molaise Abbey

Discover this important monastic complex! A remarkable site, to be discovered for a better understanding of Irish history!

Abbeys and monasteries

Sligo Abbey

This 13th-century Dominican abbey is one of Sligo's treasures! Simply magical, it will transport you back to the time of the monks.

Abbeys and monasteries

Killeany Abbey

Killeany Abbey is an ancient Irish monastery on the island of Inishmore. This magnificent building is a must-see tourist attraction!

Abbeys and monasteries

Moyne Abbey

One of the most impressive ruined abbeys in County Mayo! You'll be seduced by its silent beauty, straight from the past!

Abbeys and monasteries

Monasterboice

Admire the medieval Celtic crosses of this ancient Irish monastery!

Abbeys and monasteries

Selskar Abbey

As imposing as it is impressive, Selskar Abbey is a 12th-century Irish monastery that will plunge you into the heart of medieval Ireland!

Abbeys and monasteries Breweries

St Francis Abbey Brewery

The remains were reclaimed by Smithwick's, the Irish brewery that built its beer production facilities on the same site!

Abbeys and monasteries

Although less attractive from a tourist point of view, Ireland's public buildings have a rich history that's worth discovering... They alone bear witness to great episodes in Irish history, and are well worth a visit!

Visit Irish public buildings

Buildings that tell the story of the country's history!

If you wander around Ireland's major cities, you're bound to come across some of its grand public buildings. Government building, town hall, theater, concert hall... There's something for everyone! Don't hesitate to visit them: these buildings are the very soul of these great Irish cities! They have often been the scene of historic moments that have shaped the face of Ireland today!