The Emerald Isle has something for everyone, from the stupendous coastline and cliffs of the Wild Atlantic Way in the west to the culture and cuisine of the Ancient East; from the castles and forts of the historic north to the famed golden beaches of the beautiful south – and not forgetting the mighty craic and decent watering holes to be found everywhere in between!

Humorous information about 50 key tourist attractions in Ireland, accompanied by photographs and illustrations. A light-hearted guide of Ireland for natives and visitors alike.

Featured destinations include:

• The Game of Thrones Tour
• The Giant’s Causeway Coastal Route
• Kilmainham Gaol
• Glasnevin Cemetery & Museum
• Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth
• Powerscourt House & Gardens
• King John’s Castle
• Irish National Stud & Gardens
• Yeats Country

pocket-size for a weather proof jacket, splendidly bound and illustrated in O’Reilly’s cartoon style that brings out the inner child in all of us … raconteur style … little gems of information

Colin Murphy is the author of more than two dozen books and co-author of the bestselling ‘Feckin’ collection (The O’Brien Press). His début historical novel Boycott (Brandon) was published in 2012 to great acclaim. In his spare time, he is a dedicated hillwalker, and frequently contributes articles to MountainViews.ie. Brendan O’Reilly was an illustrator and senior art director in the world of advertising, as well as the first person to climb every mountain in Ireland over 500 metres. Married and with two children, Brendan died in 2025.