The Round Tower Clondalkin and visitor centre is one of the many cultural highlights in South County Dublin.

Enjoy a pleasant 117km walk through counties Dublin, Kildare and Offaly on the leafy Grand Canal Way. Marvel at 18th and 19th century engineering surrounded by swathes of stunning scenery on this easy, linear trail.

The cosmopolitan city of Dublin is a modern hive of buzz and activity, packed full of trendy restaurants, bars and cafés. But scratch the surface of its vibrant streets, lanes and alleyways and you’ll find a rich and compelling history just waiting to be explored. Join Visit Dublin as we explore The Dubline Trail. Head out yourself and follow along with the audio guide to each stop of this trail in the corresponding map, click on 'View Route' and away you go.

Before its closure in 1924, Dublin's Kilmainham Gaol housed some of the most famous political and military leaders in Irish history. The prison is considered a must see in Dublin and offers a panoramic insight into some of the most profound, disturbing and inspirational themes of modern Irish history. Pre booking online is essential.

Follow the resplendent Royal Canal, end to end, on this spectacular six-day walking route that covers Dublin City and counties Kildare, Meath, Westmeath and Longford.

The National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History, housed at Collins Barracks Dublin, is home to a wide range of objects which include weaponry, furniture, silver, ceramics and glassware, as well as examples of folk life and costume.