Mount Juliet Hotel

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Mount Juliet Resort, Thomastown, County Kilkenny

Luxury Hotel & Golf Resort. Country Location, Private Estate

If Mount Juliet was located in Kerry, it would be internationally recognised as one of the great Irish golfing venues. The fact is that Mount Juliet is already one of the great places to stay in Ireland but the opportunities to stay here for international visitors playing links golf are limited. There is something special about this place and guests can either stay in the magnificent Mount Juliet House overlooking the banks of the River Nore or the newly refurbished Hunters Yard. Located about ten miles from medieval Kilkenny City, we highly recommend a stay here, while linking the Dublin and Cork areas. The Jack Nicklaus designed golf course has hosted the Irish Open on 3 occasions and the American Express World Golf Championship in 2002 and 2004.

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Sightseeing & Tourist Attractions in Dublin, East & South East Ireland

The main attraction of Ireland as a golf destination may indeed be its great golf courses but the overall experience is influenced by many other factors including great accommodation options, restaurants, pubs, people, and not least it’s stunning scenery and superb visitor attractions. Each region offers something very different and with all locations being quite close together, it’s very easy to mix the stunning countryside and coastline with more urban attractions.

Kilkenny Castle We work with each of our clients to recommend what suits their trip best. You may have a full day to spend sightseeing or you may squeeze in a quick stop on the way to or from the golf course but we will make sure that you maximise your experience at all times. The below is intended as a very general guide to sightseeing in Ireland.

A few nights in Dublin is a logical inclusion in many trips. Sometimes flights dictate that you arrive and depart Dublin and it can be easily combined with time spent in other locations. Apart from the great courses in the area, it offers much in terms of sightseeing including the Guinness Storehouse, Old Jameson Distillery, Christ Church Cathedral, the National Museum of Ireland and Kilmainham Jail. A visit to Trinity College Library to view the Book of Kells is also recommended.

Christ Church Cathedral

Just north of Dublin, the Passage Tombs at Newgrange date back to 3,200 BC and provide a fascinating insight into prehistoric Ireland, while just south of Dublin in County Wicklow, you should include a visit to beautiful Glendalough and Powerscourt House & Gardens.

Glendalough

Further south of Wicklow, the likes of Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford are all well worth a visit with many impressive attractions. Kilkenny is a wonderful medieval city with the impressive Kilkenny Castle dominating the town. Waterford is synonymous with Waterford Crystal and you should include a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal, while in Wexford, some recommended options include the Irish National Heritage Park and Enniscorthy Castle.