Ireland's crowdpleasers: The most-reviewed destinations across the country

Google Maps has shared the most-reviewed places in Ireland from the past two decades to mark its 20th birthday this month, February 2025.

20 years ago, Google Maps transformed how we see and navigate the world, including the best parts of Ireland.

Today, it's become an indispensable tool for more than 2 billion users per month, shaping the way people navigate and explore, whether they’re traveling to new places or rediscovering their hometowns.

Looking for somewhere to visit in Ireland? Check out these most-reviewed spots all around the country!

Ireland's most-reviewed visitor attractions

1. Cliffs of Moher in Co Clare

4.8 stars from 32,028 reviews

Google overview: "8km stretch of cliffs reaching height of 214m, with vista embracing Aran Islands plus viewing tower."

Cliffs of Moher. (Unsplash)

2. The Books of Kells Experience in Dublin

4.4 stars from 13,548 reviews

Google overview: "Grand library location for illuminated illustrations of the Christian Gospels dating from 800AD."

Book of Kells. (RollingNews.ie)

3. Rock of Cashel in Co Tipperary

4.6 stars from 13,905 reviews

Google overview: "Limestone outcrop with Medieval edifices, including a 12th-century tower & a Gothic cathedral."

Rock of Cashel. (Getty Images)

4. Hook Lighthouse in Co Wexford

4.8 stars from 7,720 reviews

Google overview: "Guided tours of an 800-year-old lighthouse building with on-site shop, cafe, and sweeping area views."

Hook Lighthouse. (Ireland's Content Pool)

5. Torc Waterfall in Co Kerry

4.6 stars from 6,769 reviews

Google overview: "Small, easily accessible waterfall in a scenic, wooded area with hiking trails."

Torc Waterfall. (Ireland's Content Pool)

6. Powerscourt Waterfall in Co Wicklow

4.6 stars from 6,347 reviews

Google overview: "398-ft. waterfall in mountain foothill area with ancient trees, sika deer & rich birdlife."

Powerscourt Waterfall. (Ireland's Content Pool)

7. Dublinia in Dublin

4.5 stars from 5,802 reviews

Google overview: "Sights and smells bring hundreds of years' worth of history to life at this child-friendly museum."

Dublinia in Dublin. (Ireland's Content Pool)

8. Spanish Arch in Co Galway

4.2 stars from 5,705 reviews

Google overview: "Added to the 16th-century walls in the 18th century, this archway provides access to Spanish Parade."

Spanish Arch in Co Galway. (Getty Images)

9.  Glencar Waterfall in Co Leitrim

4.7 stars from 5,512 reviews

Google overview: "This tiered 50-ft waterfall in woodland inspired a well-known William Butler Yeats poem."

Glencar Waterfall. (Ireland's Content Pool)

10. Blarney Stone in Co Cork

4.6 stars from 4,600 reviews

Google overview: "Ancient stone in a medieval castle keep said to give those who kiss it a mystical eloquence."

Blarney Castle, home of the Blarney Stone. (Ireland's Content Pool)

Ireland's most-reviewed parks

1. Phoenix Park in Dublin

4.7 stars from 37,667 reviews

Google overview: "Wild deer, a zoo & a fort feature in this 708-hectare park known as 'Dublin's playground.'"

Phoenix Park. (Ireland's Content Pool)

2. St. Stephen’s Green in Dublin

4.7 stars from 29,880 reviews

Google overview: "City centre park with ornamental lake, waterfall, sculptures and a children's playground."

St. Stephen's Green. (Ireland's Content Pool)

3. Eyre Square in Galway

4.5 stars from 13,647 reviews

Google overview: "Popular square in the heart of the city featuring grassy areas, trees, sculptures & a playground."

Eyre Square. (Ireland's Content Pool)

4. Fota Wildlife Park in Co Cork

4.7 stars from 12,434 reviews

Google overview: "Verdant, 28-hectare park for endangered animals, plus a large garden with numerous plant species."

Fota Island Wildlife Park. (Ireland's Content Pool)

5. Kilkenny Castle Park in Co Kilkenny

4.7 stars from 11,392 reviews

Kilkenny Castle and Gardens. (Ireland's Content Pool)

6. Killarney National Park in Co Kerry

4.8 stars from 10,613 reviews

Google overview: "Rugged, mountainous sanctuary encompassing lakes, rivers, forests and lots of waterfalls."

Killarney National Park. (Ireland's Content Pool)

7. Marlay Park in Dublin

4.7 stars from 8,386 reviews

Google overview: "Park hosting large scale concerts and farmer's market with sports facilities and woodland walks."

Marlay Park. (RollingNews.ie)

8. Wicklow Mountains National Park in Co Wicklow

4.8 stars from 7,749 reviews

Google overview: "Mountainous national park of nearly 23,000 ha with lakes, forest & well-maintained walking trails."

Wicklow Mountains National Park. (Ireland's Content Pool)

9. Merrion Square Park in Dublin

4.6 stars from 7,344 reviews

Google overview: "Leafy park with floral and heather gardens, playground and notable Oscar Wilde statue."

Merrion Square Park. (Ireland's Content Pool)

10. Connemara National Park in Co Galway

4.8 stars from 5,650 reviews

Google overview: "Some 7,000 acres of mountains, bogs, heaths & grasslands, with wildlife & scenic walking trails."

Inagh Valley in Connemara National Park. (Ireland's Content Pool)

Ireland's most-reviewed museums

1. National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street in Dublin

4.6 stars from 11,989 reviews

Google overview: "Local archaeological finds from the Bronze Age, Vikings, and medieval times with some Egyptian items."

National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street. (Ireland's Content Pool)

2. Muckross House in Co Kerry

4.7 stars from 9,022 reviews

Google overview: "Furnished 19th-century mansion set among mountains and woodland, with shop, cafe, and working farms."

Muckross House. (Getty Images)

3. EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin

4.6 stars from 8,400 reviews

Epic, The Irish Emigration Museum. (Ireland's Content Pool)

4. Irish Whiskey Museum in Dublin

4.6 stars from 6,053 reviews

Google overview: "Guided tours tracing the history of whiskey through interactive exhibits, plus a tasting at the end."

Irish Whiskey Museum. (Ireland's Content Pool)

5. National Museum of Ireland, Merrion Street in Dublin

4.5 stars from 5,747 reviews

Google overview: "Stuffed and mounted animals are displayed in their 19th-century grandeur in this throwback museum."

National Museum of Ireland, Merrion Street. (Ireland's Content Pool)

6. National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks

4.6 stars from 5,354 reviews

Google overview: "Irish haute couture and silver collections alongside exhibitions exploring Irish military history."

National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks. (Ireland's Content Pool)

7. The Little Museum of Dublin

4.6 stars from 4,383 reviews

Google overview: "Museum chronicling remarkable changes to the lifestyles of Dubliners over the last century."

The Little Museum of Dublin. (Ireland's Content Pool)

8. Titanic Experience Cobh in Co Cork

4.4 stars from 4,296 reviews

Google overview: "Former White Star Line ticket office, with experiential exhibits on the Titanic & its sinking."

Titanic Experience Cobh. (Ireland's Content Pool)

9. Irish Museum of Modern Art

4.3 stars from 4,019 reviews

Google overview: "Imposing building from 1684 housing permanent collection and temporary exhibitions of varied art."

Irish Museum of Modern Art.

10. Chester Beatty

4.7 stars from 2,894 reviews

Google overview: "Museum on castle grounds housing the mining magnate's vast collection of religious & artistic texts."

Chester Beatty. (Ireland's Content Pool)