Location / Language of Ireland
Ireland is the second-largest island of the British Isles, the third-largest in Europe, and the twentieth-largest on Earth covering an area of around 84,000 sq km with a population of 6.53 million with Dublin as its capital.
Irish is the national language and the first official language, with English being the second official language, as per their Constitution.
Visa Requirements / Currency (please note these procedures / exchange rates can changed from time to time…please get an update from the embassy prior to travel)
Indian National visitors (Passport holders) travelling to Republic of Ireland require an Irish visa. Indian national visitors to Northern Ireland require a UK visa. The new British Irish Visa Scheme (BIVS) allows a short stay applicant from India to travel to and around both the UK and Ireland with only one visa. They can apply for a visa online or offline through their travel agent.
Currency : Euro (EUR)
Conversion: Rs.1 INR = 0.013 EUR
1 EUR = Rs. 78.04 INR
Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Ireland
- Walking around Grafton Street - So much more than a shopping street, Grafton Street is alive with buskers, flower-sellers, and performance artists. One will also find countless places to stop off and simply watch the world meander by. Café culture has taken off in the capital, and on a sunny day, it’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon and experience friendly, chatty service no matter where you go while being entertained.
- Drive around the Ring of Kerry – Easily Ireland's most scenic route, the Ring of Kerry (Iveragh Peninsula) is a journey with many jaw-dropping Atlantic Ocean views, stunning islands to visit, wild sweeping mountains, and many picturesque villages. This area boasts a range of outdoor pursuits including golf, water sports on pristine beaches, cycling, walking, horse-riding, and terrific freshwater fishing and deep-sea angling. For history enthusiasts, there are Ogham Stones, Iron Age forts, and ancient monasteries, all set against a canvas of striking landscapes.
- Visit the Guinness Storehouse - Seven floors of interactive experiences, tasting rooms and a bar take you through an unforgettable experience of the famous Irish stout – often called the Black Stuff – Guinness. The establishment is open seven days of the week and all-year round except on Christmas Eve, Christmas day and St. Stephen’s Day.
- Shop till you drop at the English Market - If one loves markets, the English Market in Cork is the perfect place for its organic products and artisan foods including chocolates and cakes, herbs and spices, cheese, meats and fruits and vegetables. Shopping here ranks among the best things to do in Ireland as the market has been in existence since 1788. It’s also a great place to chat with locals and sample delicious foods.
- Attend the Irish Maritime Festival - Make one’s way to Drogheda Port to experience one of the most exciting things to do in Ireland in June: attending the Irish Maritime Festival. The banks of the Boyne come alive as swimmers attempt the Boyne Swim and Tall Ships are open for exploration. One will also get to sample local culinary dishes at A Taste of Ireland’s Ancient East food and craft beer festival.
Things You Must Do in Ireland
- Walking around Grafton Street - So much more than a shopping street, Grafton Street is alive with buskers, flower-sellers, and performance artists. One will also find countless places to stop off and simply watch the world meander by. Café culture has taken off in the capital, and on a sunny day, it’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon and experience friendly, chatty service no matter where you go while being entertained.
- Drive around the Ring of Kerry – Easily Ireland's most scenic route, the Ring of Kerry (Iveragh Peninsula) is a journey with many jaw-dropping Atlantic Ocean views, stunning islands to visit, wild sweeping mountains, and many picturesque villages. This area boasts a range of outdoor pursuits including golf, water sports on pristine beaches, cycling, walking, horse-riding, and terrific freshwater fishing and deep-sea angling. For history enthusiasts, there are Ogham Stones, Iron Age forts, and ancient monasteries, all set against a canvas of striking landscapes.
- Visit the Guinness Storehouse - Seven floors of interactive experiences, tasting rooms and a bar take you through an unforgettable experience of the famous Irish stout – often called the Black Stuff – Guinness. The establishment is open seven days of the week and all-year round except on Christmas Eve, Christmas day and St. Stephen’s Day.
- Shop till you drop at the English Market - If one loves markets, the English Market in Cork is the perfect place for its organic products and artisan foods including chocolates and cakes, herbs and spices, cheese, meats and fruits and vegetables. Shopping here ranks among the best things to do in Ireland as the market has been in existence since 1788. It’s also a great place to chat with locals and sample delicious foods.
- Attend the Irish Maritime Festival - Make one’s way to Drogheda Port to experience one of the most exciting things to do in Ireland in June: attending the Irish Maritime Festival. The banks of the Boyne come alive as swimmers attempt the Boyne Swim and Tall Ships are open for exploration. One will also get to sample local culinary dishes at A Taste of Ireland’s Ancient East food and craft beer festival.
Food on the Plate
Irish cuisine is the style of cooking that originated from Ireland, an island in the North Atlantic; or was developed by the Irish people. It has evolved from centuries of social and political change, and the mixing of the different cultures in Ireland, predominantly the English and Irish. The cuisine is founded upon the crops and animals farmed in its temperate climate.
Irish food one must try includes:
- Soda Bread – Every family in Ireland has its own recipe for soda bread, however, the basic ingredients don’t change (bicarbonate of soda and buttermilk form the raising agent, which is mixed in with flour) and nor does the way it’s eaten: sliced and spread liberally with butter.
- Irish Stew - Traditionally made with mutton, onions and potatoes and carrots with pearl barley, a spoonful of roux or sliced potatoes, stock and herbs – such as thyme, parsley and bay leaves.
- Colcannon & Champ – Can be vegetarian dishes, Colcannon is a classic, comforting mash of potatoes, cabbage (or kale) and butter (or cream), flavoured with spring onions. Champ is a similar, mashed potato favourite, flavoured with spring onions, milk and butter.
- Carrageen Moss Pudding – This traditional Irish pudding is made using Chondrus crispus, a species of red seaweed as a gelling agent, which can be combined with sugar, egg and vanilla extract to create a light, fluffy dessert, served chilled.
- Irish cream - It is a cream liqueur based on Irish whiskey, cream and other flavours. It typically has an ABV (alcohol by volume) level of 15 to 20% and is served on its own or in mixed drinks, most commonly Irish coffee. Normally had as a post dinner digestive.
Overseas Travel Medical Insurance Ireland
The cost of healthcare or medical treatment for Indians in Ireland is very expensive and without travel insurance, it can be traumatic. Being in a foreign country an Indian visitor may be exposed to other travel risks like loss of baggage, loss of passport, trip delay, trip interruption.. Buying adequate travel medical insurance is necessary as it would cover most of the medical expenses in case of sudden illness and injuries. Other benefits that are available are coverage for emergency medical evacuation, repatriation, personal liability…. Travel insurance India for Ireland is much cheaper when compared to destinations like Americas. Insurance should be purchased for “Excluding Americas” Plan.
Illustration for 15 days international travel insurance for Indians to Ireland.
| Sum Insured($USD or €Euro) / Premium in Rs. INR |
Insured Age 33 |
Insured Age 63 |
| Schengen - €30,000 |
Rs.733 |
Rs.1,561 |
| Schengen - €50,000 |
Rs.830 |
Rs.1,694 |
| Excluding - $50,000 |
Rs.1,028 |
Rs.1,714 |
These premiums are across different plans and different benefits.. please log in to
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