THE COUNTRY

Celtic tribes arrived on the island between 600 and 150 B.C., followed by Norsemen in the late 8th century. Anglo-Norman invasions began in the 12th century. The modern Irish state broke from the UK in 1921.

Cliffs of Moher;
Dublin (includes Dublin Castle, Trinity College & Book of Kells, Grafton Street, Kilmainham Gaol);
Killarney National Park & Muckross House & Gardens;
Ring of Kerry;
Kilkenny Castle;
Blarney Castle;
Bru na Boinne;
Powerscourt Estate

Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
Finest Onboard Catering
Ground Transport and Yachts
Luxury Villa & House Rentals
Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
Customized Global Services

TO BE KNOWN

The State's Capital

Dublin
Time Zone

UTC 0
Telephone Code

353
Total Area

70 273 Km2
Population

5 275 004 (2022 est.)
Main Languages

English, Irish (Gaelic or Gaeilge)
Currency

Euros (EUR)
GDP Per Capita

USD 102500
Airports

40

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Climate

Temperate maritime; modified by North Atlantic Current; mild winters, cool summers; consistently humid; overcast about half the time

Ethnic Groups

Irish 82.2%, Irish travelers 0.7%, other White 9.5%, Asian 2.1%, Black 1.4%, other 1.5%, unspecified 2.6% (2016 est.)

Cultural Practices

Hands should remain visible while eating; try to not let your elbows rest on the table.

Traditional Cuisine

Irish Stew — mutton stew with potatoes, onions, carrots, and parsley

National Economy

Strong, export-based EU economy; multinational-business-friendly environment known for resilience, even amid COVID-19 disruptions; real wage growth beyond other OECD members; high livings standards; strong social equity and cohesion; aging labor force