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Clonmacnoise
CLONMACNOISE Monastery has been revealed as the most Instagrammed location in Offaly, according to new research.
The study, carried out by Virgin Media Ireland, analysed the number of tagged Instagram posts across the county’s most visited sights and attractions. The analysis used the total number of posts to determine the destinations that are most popular with social-media-sharing visitors.
Clonmacnoise Monastery claimed the number one spot with 16,656 tagged Instagram posts, securing its position as the county’s most photographed landmark.
Known for its rich history and stunning architecture, the attraction continues to draw visitors eager to capture the perfect photo.
Other spots analysed included Birr Castle, with 11,898 posts, while Lough Boora secured third place thanks to 8,173 posts. Following that was Charleville Castle and Leap Castle, both long-standing favourites with tourists and locals alike.
Most Instagrammable Locations in Offaly
Clonmacnoise Monastery – 16,656
Birr Castle – 11,898
Lough Boora – 8,173
Charleville Castle – 3,192
Leap Castle – 2,762
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Top 10 Most Instagrammable Spots in Ireland
Connemara, Galway – 826,000
Cliffs of Moher, Clare – 785,253
Temple Bar, Dublin – 716,800
Glendalough, Wicklow – 284,700
Ring of Kerry, Kerry – 273,979
Phoenix Park, Dublin – 270,600
Wicklow Mountains National Park, Wicklow – 241,800
Guinness Storehouse, Dublin – 196,116
Dingle Peninsula, Kerry – 164,700
Cobh, Cork – 164,000
Virgin Media Ireland commented on the research: “From the wild beauty of Connemara to the lively energy of Temple Bar, Ireland’s most iconic spots are giving visitors every excuse to pull out their phones. These results show how eager we are to capture and share those wow-moments, and with scenery like this it is no surprise.
With so many people posting on the go, having reliable data has quietly become part of the modern travel checklist and SIM-only plans will keep you scrolling, sharing and navigating without a second thought.”
To view the full research including the top 50 Most Instagrmmable Places in Ireland, please visit: https://www.virginmedia.ie/play/irelands-most-instagrammable-places/
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