The Poulnabrone Dolmen
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Newgrange
An archaeological site listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A veritable treasure trove that tells us a great deal about Irish prehistory.
4.51/5 (1,480 votes)
St Fionan’s Monastery
A historic, isolated monastery sculpted by wind and faith. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was occupied from the 7th to the 18th century!
4.94/5 (990 votes)
Dun Aengus fort
An impressive prehistoric fort, built on the Cliffs of Inishmore (Isle of Aran). The setting is incredible!
3.82/5 (860 votes)
The Doon fort
Lost on an island in the middle of Loughadoon lake stands a magnificent historic building: the Doon Fort. A must-see!
3.15/5 (809 votes)
Hall of the Red Earl
An archaeological site in Galway! Take a look at the foundations of one of the city's most historic sites!
4.00/5 (574 votes)
The steps of Skellig Michael
No fewer than 618 steps await you in this exceptional location! They were dug out of the rock by monks in the 7th century.
3.54/5 (530 votes)
The Kenmare stone circle
A prehistoric stone circle, once used as an altar for pagan ceremonies.
3.62/5 (328 votes)
Brownshill Dolmen
Discover Europe's largest dolmen! A unique megalith still steeped in mystery!
3.00/5 (184 votes)
Aileach’s Grianan
An exceptional archaeological site! This prehistoric circular fort attracts crowds every year!
4.20/5 (153 votes)
Loughcrew Cairns
A complex of over 60 tombs all in one place! The place is fascinating!
2.79/5 (148 votes)
The Giant’s Ring
An archaeological site to admire, while taking the time to live!
3.94/5 (113 votes)
Uragh Stone Circle
A superb circle of megaliths on the shores of Lough Inchiquin. To be seen and contemplated!
3.68/5 (59 votes)
The Dún Dúchathair
This prehistoric fort is located on the beautiful island of Inishmore (on the Aran Islands archipelago). The island is famous for its high concentration of archaeological sites!
3.29/5 (51 votes)
The Cromlech of Drombeg
An authentic megalithic circle steeped in magnificent mysteries!
3.75/5 (28 votes)
The Hill of Tara
This archaeological site was once the capital of the Kingdom of Ireland, and the seat of the island's lords.
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The Caherconnell Stone Fort
A circular prehistoric fort, just a stone's throw from the Poulnabrone dolmen!
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Grange Stone
Ireland's largest cromlech! Located in County Limerick, the site is a stone circle 45 metres in diameter, made up of 113 megaliths! Impressive dimensions!
3.83/5 (24 votes)
Glantane East
Glantane East is an Irish megalithic complex located 6.4 km from Millstreet, County Cork. Rather impressive, it includes a dolmen, 2 stone…
3.45/5 (22 votes)
The Ahakista Stone Circle
The Ahakista Stone Circle is a stone circle on the Sheep's Head Peninsula. Rich in mystery and legend, it was once a…
2.71/5 (21 votes)
Cloghanmore
For lovers of old stones and other mysterious megaliths! The Cloghanmore is one of those atypical archaeological remains whose charm is unrivalled!
4.15/5 (20 votes)
The Dún Eochla
The island of Inishmore is teeming with prehistoric sites! Don't miss this superb ring fort, located not far from the ocean!
3.70/5 (20 votes)
Knowth
A cairn in perfect condition, appreciated for its corridor tombs dating back to prehistoric times.
3.63/5 (19 votes)
The Rathgall Hillfort
Rathgall Hillfort is one of those archaeological sites rich in mystery... Built on a hill in Bronze Age times, this is a fascinating place.
2.59/5 (17 votes)