Clare towns nab two spots on the top 10 romantic places to visit this Valentines Day

The top 10 most romantic spots to spend Valentines Day 2024 in Ireland have been revealed.

County Clare stole the show, the only county of 10 to take two spots on the list. Ennis ranked third as a romantic spot to visit this Valentines Day, while Shannon came in at five.

A survey, conducted by global food and meal kit company HelloFresh, looked at over 30 cities and towns across Ireland and awarded scores across the following categories:

• Estimated cost of cinema ticket 

• Estimated cost of bottle of wine 

• Estimated cost of local cheese 

• Estimated cost of meal for 2 people 

• Number of 'romantic' hotels per 10,000 of the population 

The results are in, with Killarney, Co Kerry coming out on top: 

1. Killarney, Co Kerry

2. Sligo

3. Ennis, Co Clare 

4. Navan, Co Meath

5. Shannon, Co Clare 

6. Tralee, Co Kerry

7. Ballina, Co Tipperary

8. Mallow, Co Cork

9. Wexford

10. Tullamore, Co Offaly 

"Ennis scored exceptionally well for affordability," the survey says.

The research also revealed insights into Ireland’s dining scene. A meal for two at a mid-range restaurant with three courses can cost you €100 in Clonmel, Co Tipperary, while the budget-friendly Longford offers the same experience at just €52.50.

For those opting for a cinematic experience, Navan emerges as the most economical choice with a ticket priced at €7.25.

Previous data from the same company found that 66% of the Irish public agree the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach, but 83% find the cost of dining out on Valentine’s Day overpriced.