Are you looking for a dreamy location to propose? 

Here are 5 of the most romantic places to propose in Ireland...

From clifftops to golden beaches and isolated islands, it’s easy to get creative when popping the question.

Cliffs of Moher

Clifftop Magic in County Clare
Named ‘Ireland’s Best Visitor Attraction’ in the Irish Independent’s annual Reader Travel Awards for 2023, it’s easy to see why the Cliffs of Moher, County Clare never fails to impress. You’re guaranteed your photo opportunity, no matter what the weather, as the huge open skies and expanses of sea are a remarkable backdrop and the light is always stunning.

Local gourmet picnics are available and there’s a beautiful cliff walk to set the scene. There are cosy pubs and restaurants in nearby Liscannor to toast the good news and even a swim for the more daring at nearby Clahane or Lahinch. 

Coumeenole Beach

Iconic Coumeenole, County Kerry
The iconic beach at Coumeenole, County Kerry is nothing short of incredible with every step down revealing even more unreal views of the golden sands. There’s an otherworldly feeling about this place with a view of the Blasket islands and it’s not surprising that the area was used to film Star Wars. 

There’s the most Westerly point in Europe around the loop and the Slea Head drive is regularly mentioned as one of the most beautiful drives in the world by National Geographic.

Inishmore Stone Walls

Awesome Aran Islands, Galway Bay
Ireland has so many inhabited islands dotted around the coast to choose from but the Aran Islands are extra special with a choice of three - Inis Mór, Inis Meáin or Inisheer. For an extra special surprise proposal why not fly on one of the small planes from Connemara airport for amazing coastal views.

With limestone walls, golden beaches and jagged sea cliffs, you’ll feel like you’re in another world of romance, perfect for a proposal.

Giant's Causeway

Glorious Giant’s Causeway, County Antrim 
Walk in the footsteps of giants at the Giant’s Causeway, County Antrim. Consisting of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns rolling from the land into the sea, it’s a unique sight and location for a proposal. 

The legend says that the mythical warrior Finn McCool created the hexagonal pathway as a crossing to confront his Scottish rival Benandonner. He tore up the earth and flung it into the sea to make a path across the ocean!

Gougane Barra

Gougane Barra, County Cork
A little off the beaten path, the mystical Gougane Barra in the Shehy mountains of County Cork is an exceptional spot that feels like stepping back in time. The 6th century Christian monastic settlement and oratory is on a small island on a lake surrounded by hills with ever changing light and valleys that are a beauty to photograph.

There’s also a forest park for walking with plenty of signposted paths and it’s actually at the source of the River Lee, to make the moment even more magical.