During the summer months, cultural trips are organised each weekend and on all bank holidays throughout the year. You will have the chance to explore the Irish sites with the teachers from the school. These will include sites in Dublin as well as further afield. To name a few, Dublin Castle, National Botanic Gardens, Kilkenny, Trinity College and the National Gallery of Ireland. You will also find theatres and galleries for you to experience more of the Irish culture.

 One big hit for tourists in Dublin is the Guinness Storehouse. The home of the Guinness, and the most popular place to visit in the Ireland, it will take you on a journey through the history of the famous black beer. Centrally located within the city, at St James Gate, it consists of seven floors, brilliantly shaped around a central area, shaped as a pint glass. As you visit each floor, it unravels all that you may need to know about the beer, and ultimately ending in the Gravity bar, where your free pint awaits you, as you enjoy the 360˚ panoramic view over Dublin.

Another sight to see is Dublin Castle. Finished in 1220, this castle bears much importance in the history of the city, as some of the oldest surviving architecture in Dublin. It was the centre of the British rule until 1922 when it was taken over by the Iris Free State.  Impressive sights for visitors include the 13th century record tower which is from the original Norman construction, and parts have been recently opened for viewing including the Undercroft and excavation sites from an early Viking fortress. There is also a new visitor centre and is used for conferences.

As well as the cultural side to Ireland and Dublin, there is also a lively student life in the city to take advantage of. There is something to suit everyone, but Temple Bar is a particularly popular area of Dublin where students make the most of the throbbing nightlife. There is no shortage of pubs, clubs and bars. Cyber cafes are also a great way to socialise and you will find plenty around the city centre.