Ireland On Screen
In Ireland, there are so many locations that you can discover first-hand and literally step where you favorite on-screen production has been filmed. We invite you to see why Ireland is a star of the screen!
Ireland's dramatic landscapes and historic landmarks make it a prime destination for film shoots of all kinds.
The island of Ireland’s diverse natural beauty and rich heritage offers the perfect backdrop for a wide range of cinematic genres with everything from The Quiet Man and Ryan’s Daughter to Derry Girls and Game of Thrones.
Locations like the Cliffs of Moher, Lough Tay, Skellig Michael, and the Aran Islands provide iconic, otherworldly scenery that has captivated filmmakers and audiences alike, whether for the magical world of Harry Potter, the epic Viking sagas of Vikings: Valhalla, the galaxy-spanning adventures of Star Wars, or the folklore portrayed in The Banshees of Inisherin. Moreover, Ireland's historic castles and stately homes, such as Trim Castle, Castle Coole, and Killruddery House, serve as timeless representations of history and opulence. These landmarks have been beautifully integrated into films like Braveheart and Far and Away, bringing history to life and showcasing the grandeur of a bygone era. All of these locations contribute to the country's reputation as a cinematic treasure trove.
Discover Trim Castle in Co. Meath, over 800 years old & Ireland’s largest Norman castle. Trim Castle’s most famous battle was a fictional one. Despite being set in Scotland, Mel Gibson’s academy award-winning epic Braveheart was partly filmed in Ireland here at Trim Castle.
Trim Castle’s most famous battle was a fictional one. Despite being set in Scotland, Mel Gibson’s academy award-winning epic Braveheart was partly filmed in Ireland and Trim Castle played its part as the fortified English town of York. The scenes set in London were filmed inside the castle walls.
The Quiet Man, a 1952 American romantic comedy film, featured John Wayne & Maureen O'Hara... You can pose with this statue depiction of them in the town of Cong, Co. Mayo.
Th Quiet Man Cottage in Co. Mayo which famously featured John Wayne & Maureen O'Hara.
Walk this iconic road in Co. Antrim featured in Game of Thrones, known as the Dark Hedges.
Tollymore Forest Park in Co. Down was an iconic location featured in Game of Thrones.
For any Game of Thrones fan, a visit to the Studio Tour in Co. Down is a must!
The Game of Thrones Studio Tour is home to all the exact memorbilia used during filming.
See the iconic costumes worn in Game of Thrones during the Studio Tour in Co. Down
Star Wars: The Force Awakens made treacherous island of Skellig Michael famous
Christ's Saddle, Skellig Michael in Co. Kerry featured in Star Wars: the Force Awakens
The Martin McDonagh movie 'The Banshees of Inisherin' was filmed on location on Inis Mor, one of the Aran Islands in Co. Galway.
The Netflix comedy hit, Derry Girls, showcased the troubled 1990s city of Derry through the eyes of its younger residents.
In Derry Girls, the city of Derry has a starring role in the show. The historic 400-year-old city walls, Bogside area & iconic landmarks such as The Guildhall are used as a backdrop. While a lot has changed in Derry since the 1990s, the humour and warm welcome shining through in Derry Girls remains the same. Why not come and visit the place that inspired this award-winning TV show?
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