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The OPW have announced that all Heritage Sites in Ireland will be free for the remainder of 2021. Here are 14 sites you can scratch off your Scratchable map Ireland for free this year!
Read moreWe hope that you and your families have been staying safe and well! We are trying to look on the bright side of continuing to be confined to a 5km radius of our homes and using it as an opportunity to disco...
Read moreContinuing on from the Round Tower you can stroll around the wonderful looped Cliff Walk and take in the breath-taking sea views. Along the way watch out for Fr. O’Donnell’s Well, The Lookout and the Samson wreck.
Read moreOverindulged (again) this Christmas? We hear ya. January is the perfect time to get outdoors and active. Here are some of our tips for places to visit this January.
Read moreIs your New Year's resolution to get outdoors and get active in 2020? Maybe you're aiming to see more of the country's great attractions? If you're looking for ideas, we've got you covered. You'll find castl...
Read moreWe are the definition of a small business here at Scratchable Map Ireland. We are a one product, four person team based in County Tipperary. Let me introduce the team.
Read moreHi everyone, Niamh here from Niamhs_Adventure and I’m here to discuss the crown jewel in the Kingdom - Muckross House. Below is all the info you need before scratching this gorgeous house off your Scratchab...
Read moreDriving into the small market town of Boyle off the main Dublin to Sligo road you can’t avoid the magnificent eye-catching arches of Boyle Abbey. This beautifully ornate stone structure was built by an order of monks called the Cistercians in 1161.
Read moreLooking for someplace to go this St Patricks weekend? Here are our suggestions ... Croagh Patrick, County Mayo Ireland's Holy Mountain is just outside the beautiful town of Westport in County Mayo.
Read moreThe best advice I can give you is to start with the busiest sites. If you're planning on doing those three sites on the one day, begin at Newgrange as it can get quite busy and tickets are on a first come first served basis. The other two sites are not as busy and can be visited in whichever order you prefer, just keep an eye on closing times .
Read moreMy favourite attraction in Ireland would have to be Skellig Michael. It’s such an incredible location and the trip is an amazing experience. It’s one that I’d recommend to anybody, if they get the chance. You can read all about our adventure there and our up close encounters with the Puffins on All Around Ireland.
Read moreTricky one this, ummm fav spot would be Aran Islands for me. It's old school Ireland and the locals all speak traditional Gaelic on the island. If you ever stop over make sure it's an over night as the local pubs really come alive with local talent with trad sessions, really amazing spot.
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