Try the world’s best Guinness in an iconic Dublin pub, explore the stunning rugged south-west coastlines and tee off on Ireland’s most renowned links courses.

Why South West Ireland & Dublin?
A visit to the south-west of Ireland via Dublin offers one of the most complete golfing experiences anywhere in the world – storied links courses, from Portmarnock to Ballybunion, are coupled with timeless Irish hospitality, dramatic natural wonders and ancient folklore.

Dublin provides a natural gateway for adventure; rich in history and perfectly positioned for a journey deeper into the country, it’s home to some of the world’s most renowned courses carved out of the sand dunes of Ireland’s rugged coastline.

Meanwhile, the south-west coast has a magnetic appeal, home to wild landscapes, dramatic coastal roads, and golf courses that rank consistently among the world’s best.

Wherever you may be in Ireland, expect a warm local welcome, hearty gastronomy and some of the best golf you’ve ever played.

What to do
Start by immersing yourself in the city of Dublin, its literary, political and musical heritage, before heading to its showpiece: the pubs.

Take the Perfect Pint Tour, a private immersion into Dublin’s pub culture, traditional music and the art of pouring Guinness, learning the stories behind the city’s most celebrated family-run pubs and distilleries and why Irish hospitality is world-renowned.

Indulge in the most beautiful corners of Ireland by discovering the Ring of Kerry. This 180 km route passes through picturesque coastal villages and offers incredible views of the Skellig Islands, or take in the drama of the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic natural landmarks.

At Adare Manor, a host of outdoor pursuits are on offer – guests can enjoy falconry, archery, clay pigeon shooting, fishing with a ghillie, gun dog trials, padel and swimming.

Where to stay
The Shelbourne in Dublin, overlooking St Stephen’s Green, has been at the centre of the city’s social and cultural life for more than two centuries.

Heritage runs through its walls, yet the hotel offers every modern comfort and is ideally placed for cultural exploration in the capital.

In Killarney, the five-star Europe Hotel & Resort sits on the banks of the Lakes of Killarney, with the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks rising in the background.

The journey culminates at Adare Manor in Limerick, a Gothic revival masterpiece brought back to life with extraordinary attention to detail.

Where to play
Just outside Dublin, the dunes of Portmarnock Golf Club offer a stunning start to your golfing adventure, where exposed fairways and elemental winds make these historic links one of the most enjoyable tests in the game.

To the south, and almost among the world’s best, is Ballybunion’s Old Course. Blending raw Atlantic beauty with strategic complexity, it’s a layout that has inspired golfers for generations.

Nearby, Tralee Golf Club, Arnold Palmer’s only design in Ireland, thrills with cliff-edge tees and bold, sweeping fairways that embrace the coastline’s drama, while Waterville Golf Links, a remote stretch of Kerry coast, delivers a collection of unique and timeless holes, fusing heritage with modern design.

Across the Shannon Estuary, Lahinch’s Old Course provides another authentic links encounter, and your journey concludes at Adare Manor, where Tom Fazio’s reimagining of Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s design has created an immaculate parkland haven. As host of the 2027 Ryder Cup, it offers a fitting crescendo.

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