100 things to do in Ireland in summer - from free days out to staycation adventures and rainy day ideas

School’s out, the sun’s been shining, and we have a beautiful island to explore, so here’s your guide to the best things to see, do and experience this summer

We are spoiled for choice this summer when it comes to things to do in Ireland

Pól Ó Conghaile, Nicola Brady, Katy McGuinness, Aoife Carrigy, Kathy Donaghy, David Flanagan and Thomas Breathnach

The latest in a stream of Irish greenways, this 40km route links Rathkeale, Newcastle West and Abbeyfeale along the old Limerick-to-Kerry railway line, in the beautiful western part of the county. It’s just gotten a €10m reboot, and there’s plenty to see along the way, from medieval ruins and Norman castles to pretty stone bridges and countryside views aplenty. You’ll also pass Ferguson’s Viaduct and the 115-metre Barnagh Tunnel. limerickgreenway.ie

While you’re there: The nearby Mustard Seed in Ballingarry has a ‘Great Escape’ offer bundling B&B with dinner in its country-house restaurant from €129pp. mustardseed.ie