Ireland

Romantic getaways in Ireland

Planning a romantic break away in Ireland? There are lots of romantic breaks in Ireland you can enjoy. Here are some of our top recommendations of places to visit and places to stay for the best romantic getaway in Ireland.

When you travel to Ireland with P&O Ferries you have our great Cairnryan to Larne route to travel on - complete with everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable journey. Travelling with your car is a great way to travel to Ireland, as it will give you the freedom to explore everything this great county has to offer. We would highly recommend stopping off at Kerry, County Limerick, County Wicklow, and Galway to experience the most romantic getaway in Ireland surrounded by picturesque views.

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Romantic getaways in Ireland

Romantic road trip around Kerry

Start your romantic getaway to Ireland with a road trip around Kerry. Home to some of the most sensational backdrops in Ireland. It’s not surprising when you consider that it is a 120 mile road that snakes around the coast that it is considered one of the best drives in the world.

Enjoy taking in its wave smashed coastline, deep lakes, fresh rivers full of fish, crumbling castles and unspoilt beaches. You will definitely want to make a few stops and perhaps even enjoy a picnic together to really appreciate some time together and experience a luxury couples break.

Everything about Kerry is sensational, making it one of the best destinations for the most romantic getaway in Ireland. Even the county capital, Tralee, is a tranquil place to base yourself and explore all of the surrounding wonders. You could even stop by the Siamsa Tire National Folk Theatre to catch an evening show and enjoy an activity that will make it a unique romantic getaway in Ireland.

Hire a cottage in County Limerick

Surrounded by lush greenery and endless rolling hills, County Limerick offers visitors an unspoiled glimpse into the idyllic mid-west countryside of Ireland providing a destination for the best couples break in Ireland.

Beyond the city, you'll discover ancient castles and peaceful nature reserves, while the mountainous Ballyhoura region boasts some of the best biking trails in Europe.

Revelling in the lack of crowds, you can spend your time following the trail through the Clare Glens, a vast magical area of secret waterfalls and sandstone gorges located on the boundary of Co Tipperary and Co Limerick.

Have your own leap year moment in County Wicklow

It would be a miss, if we wrote a travel guide about having a romantic getaway in Ireland without mentioning the beautifully rugged County Wicklow. You don’t need to wait for a “Leap Year” to escape to County Wicklow near Dublin, where the film Leap Year was based. It is a lovely location for a romantic getaway. County Wicklow is known for its mixture of mountains, coastline and the Wicklow way.

Powerscout House and Gardens is a wonderful place to go as a couple with 19 hectares of landscaped gardens for you to walk around. Or if it is a rainy day head to the popular Sea Life Bray Aquarium. Regardless of the weather, there is plenty to do on your couples break to Ireland, whether it’s for a short break or a weekend getaway to Ireland you will never be bored but there will also be plenty of opportunity to relax and enjoy.

Enjoy the cobblestone streets of Galway

Nestled in the harbour of Galway Bay you’ll find the charming city of Galway, famous for its vibrant mix of colourful buildings, seafood dishes, weekend markets, and traditional Irish pubs.

Visiting Galway is another popular choice when picking a romantic getaway to Ireland, especially since Ed Sheeran released his popular song talking about this location. If you visit Galway don’t forget to check out Latan Quatar, with its cobblestone streets full of independent pubs, theatres and restaurants it really is the most perfect location for a date night.

Ready for the best couples break to Ireland? Book your Cairnryan to Larne ferry crossing and start your trip with unbeatable sea views.