Go whale watching in West Cork 

Did you know that the west coast is the best place in Ireland to spot whales? Head out on a boat tour with Cork Whale Watch and keep an eye out for these majestic mammals in case they come up to the surface to say hello. 

See the sunset at Doolin

Head to Doolin in lovely Clare for a romantic short break and watch the sun dipping beneath the horizon with your loved one. Follow up with a night full of music by the fire in the lively village.

Stargaze in Mayo Dark Sky Park

See the night sky at its best at the Wild Nephin National Park in Mayo. Look up and marvel at over 4,500 twinkling stars, along with other planets in our solar system in this incredible International Dark Sky Park. You may even witness meteor showers spilling down from the sky.

Explore Dún na Rí Forest Park

Go deep into the forest on an adventure for two at Dún na Rí Forest Park in Cavan and stroll along the beautiful Glen of the Cabra River, an area steeped in history and legend. Take a moment to make a wish at its famous wishing well.

Amble through Derrycassin Woods

Meander through the scenic walks of Derrycassin Woods while on a break in Longford. As you follow the trail, enjoy the refreshing scent of the surrounding spruce trees and admire the gorgeous viewing points that peek out along the lakeshore. Finish your walk with a picnic for two by the waterside.

Take a stroll along Ballymastocker Bay

Journey to Donegal and take a peaceful walk along the golden sands of Ballymastocker on the western shore of Lough Swilly. Extend your walk by taking the twisting cliff top route above the strand to soak up exceptional views of the Fanad Peninsula.

Relax in the Botanic Gardens

Bring your partner away for a few days and visit the National Botanic Gardens in Dublin. The grounds boasts beautifully restored glasshouses which house a collection of more than 15,000 plant species. For an extra romantic moment, don’t forget to check out the stunning rose garden.

Step into Altamont Gardens

Make your way to Carlow and visit the whimsical 16-hectare Altamont Gardens, the jewel in Ireland’s gardening crown. Thanks to the variety of native and exotic plants collected from across the world, the gardens are in constant bloom so you can enjoy a romantic visit in every season. 

Unwind in Tullynally Castle Gardens

Travel to Westmeath with your special someone and admire the dreamy Tullynally Castle Gardens that date to the late 18th century. Explore the 26-acre estate and discover terraced lawns, flourishing walled flower gardens and ornamental lakes. 

See the magical Heywood Gardens

Explore the hillside landscape of the Heywood Gardens. Set in Ballinakill in Laois, the 50-acre property was designed by one of the leading architects of the 20th century, Sir Edwin Lutyens. Surrounded by woodland and lakes, the garden's sights go beyond just the beautiful flora that grow there. Its positioning on the hill offers visitors a unique view of the neighbouring seven counties.  

Check out Leitrim's floating boardwalk

Hop on your bike in Leitrim village and take in the Acres Lake Floating Boardwalk across the lakelands on your way to Drumshanbo. Pack a picnic for two, cycle this traffic-free loop and enjoy lunch al fresco with a stunning view.

Pop the question at Carlingford's Proposal Stones

Capture a moment of old fashioned romance at the Proposal Stones in Carlingford on a holiday to Louth. These simple stones were once a place where lovers sat near fairy trees and forts, and rumour has it that if their courting leads to a proposal, the couple would be blessed with luck and protection.

Visit the relics of St Valentine

Stay in Dublin city and seek out the Whitefriar Street Church, which is home to the remains of St Valentine himself. Light a candle at St Valentine's Shrine and have your relationship blessed so that you can live happily ever after.