{"id":55518,"date":"2022-07-16T11:29:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-16T01:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=55518"},"modified":"2024-09-20T23:56:36","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T13:56:36","slug":"scotland-or-ireland-which-country-should-you-travel-to-next","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/scotland-or-ireland-which-country-should-you-travel-to-next\/","title":{"rendered":"Scotland or Ireland: which country should you travel to next?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>The British Isles are full of fascinating places to explore from multiculturally vibrant cities to natural landscapes that will take your breath away, but which country is the best one to <em>actually<\/em> travel to \u2013 Scotland or Ireland?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll find stunning location after stunning location in every country of the <a href=\"\/united-kingdom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">United Kingdom<\/a> so it can be hard trying to figure out which country your travels should start in. Do you go for<a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/scotland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Scotland<\/a> with its historic capital city and impressive lochs or <a href=\"\/ireland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ireland<\/a> with its emerald scenery and love for Guinness?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So you don\u2019t have to throw them both into a hat just to pick out a country at random, we\u2019ve put together a comprehensive guide on all things cuisine, castles, cities, and landscapes so you can make your decision based on the kind of holiday you <em>really<\/em> want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best for landscapes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_giants-causeway_coastal-rock-formation-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_giants-causeway_coastal-rock-formation-1.jpg\" alt=\"The giant stepping stones near the ocean known as the Giants Causeway, Ireland. \" class=\"wp-image-55522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_giants-causeway_coastal-rock-formation-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_giants-causeway_coastal-rock-formation-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_giants-causeway_coastal-rock-formation-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_giants-causeway_coastal-rock-formation-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Giants Causeway in Ireland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>They don&#8217;t call Ireland the Emerald Isle for nothing and with its abundance of rolling hills and grassy landscapes, it\u2019s easy to see how it gets its name &#8211; there\u2019s literally green everywhere. And that\u2019s just the beginning. Bursting with geological wonders and dramatic coastlines, Ireland is a nature-lover\u2019s dream and features natural landmarks such as the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, the Twelve Bens in Connemara, the Midland region, the Wicklow Way and Donegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/adventures\/visiting-northern-ireland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RELATED: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING NORTHERN IRELAND<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Old-Man-of-Storr44.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Old-Man-of-Storr44.jpg\" alt=\"The towering pinnacles of rock among a mountain of green grass known as the Old Man of Storr, Scotland. \" class=\"wp-image-55524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Old-Man-of-Storr44.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Old-Man-of-Storr44-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Old-Man-of-Storr44-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Old-Man-of-Storr44-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Old Man of Storr, Scotland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to Scottish landscapes, there\u2019s another \u2018L\u2019 word that comes to mind and that\u2019s lochs. Estimated at a staggering 30,000 located all over Scotland, these lochs (lakes\/fjords) are a sight to behold with their deep waters, alleged sea monsters (we\u2019re talking about you Loch Ness), and picturesque surroundings. But Scotland\u2019s natural beauty doesn\u2019t stop there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scotland\u2019s landscapes have inspired poets, songwriters, and artists the world over and if you get the chance to explore the <a href=\"\/scotland\/scottish-highlands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scottish Highlands<\/a>, Eoligarry Beach, the Isle of Skye, Cairngorms National Park, and the Trossachs National Park, you\u2019ll be just as captivated as they were.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/adventures\/best-castles-in-the-scottish-highlands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RELATED: 7 MUST-SEE CASTLES IN THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best for cities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland-dublin_city-street-pub-2.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland-dublin_city-street-pub-2.jpg\" alt=\"The vibrant, colourful streets of Dublin. \" class=\"wp-image-55525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland-dublin_city-street-pub-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland-dublin_city-street-pub-2-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland-dublin_city-street-pub-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland-dublin_city-street-pub-2-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Dublin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s easy to get caught up in Ireland\u2019s natural beauty, the cities in this part of the world also deserve some recognition and appreciation \u2013 like, have you ever seen a city more magical than Dublin? Founded a long, long time ago (we\u2019re talking 841 A.D), Dublin is Ireland\u2019s captivating capital city and is full of pebble-stoned pathways and ancient buildings that have had front-row seats to history for centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But Dublin isn\u2019t Ireland\u2019s only city offering with Galway, Belfast, Limerick, and Kilkenny all worth a visit if you\u2019re big on pub culture, nightlife, historic landmarks, traditional food, and that famous Irish hospitality (let\u2019s be honest, who isn\u2019t?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Edinburgh17.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Edinburgh17.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of Edinburgh on an overcast day. \" class=\"wp-image-55527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Edinburgh17.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Edinburgh17-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Edinburgh17-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Edinburgh17-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Edinburgh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to Scottish cities, you simply can\u2019t go past the enchanting <a href=\"\/scotland\/edinburgh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edinburgh.<\/a> Or the modern, cultural hub of <a href=\"\/united-kingdom\/glasgow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Glasgow.<\/a> Or the mythical <a href=\"\/united-kingdom\/inverness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Inverness.<\/a> Or the historic city of Stirling. Honestly, the list goes on and on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each city offers their own unique perspective on the country\u2019s past and when you start walking their stone-paved streets and marvelling at their historic buildings, you\u2019ll not only feel every single century that has come and gone, but you\u2019ll also start to wonder at the stories around every corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With plenty to be learned, enjoyed, and experienced in every city, it can be hard to decide which one you should visit \u2013 you\u2019ll want to explore them all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"\/adventures\/eat-at-these-8-inverness-restaurants-for-a-meal-you-wont-forget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>RELATED: EAT AT THESE 8 INVERNESS RESTAURANTS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best for castles<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_cliffs-of-moher_obriens-tower-ocean.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_cliffs-of-moher_obriens-tower-ocean.jpg\" alt=\"A castle stands on the green, grassy edge of the Cliffs of Moher. \" class=\"wp-image-55529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_cliffs-of-moher_obriens-tower-ocean.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_cliffs-of-moher_obriens-tower-ocean-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_cliffs-of-moher_obriens-tower-ocean-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-ireland_cliffs-of-moher_obriens-tower-ocean-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Castle on the Cliffs of Moher<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are an estimated 30,000 castles in Ireland (including any restored castles or fortified ruins), and for such a small nation that\u2019s pretty impressive. This means you don\u2019t have to travel very far to see an example of Irish history in all its ancient glory. Whether they\u2019re perfectly preserved or just a pile of crumbling ruins, each castle comes with its own story and a lot can be learned about why it was built and who it was for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want to marvel at the towering structure of Doonagore Castle in County Clare, walk among the romantic ruins of Dunluce Castle on the dramatic cliffs of County Antrim, or kiss the Blarney Stone like thousands of people before you at Blarney Castle, Ireland\u2019s castles are bound to have you feeling like you\u2019re in your very own fairytale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Balloch-Castle-Loch-Lommond3.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Balloch-Castle-Loch-Lommond3.jpg\" alt=\"The beautiful structure of Balloch Castle with its medieval architecture and limestome walls. \" class=\"wp-image-55530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Balloch-Castle-Loch-Lommond3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Balloch-Castle-Loch-Lommond3-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Balloch-Castle-Loch-Lommond3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Scotland-Balloch-Castle-Loch-Lommond3-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Balloch Castle in Scotland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to Ireland\u2019s impressive number, Scotland only has around 2,000 castles to its name but just because they\u2019re lacking in quantity, doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re lacking in quality. With tower houses and peel houses most commonly found along the border with England and larger Renaissance-style castles situated in the country\u2019s northeast, there is bound to be a castle or two to marvel at wherever you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Edinburgh Castle, perched on Castle Rock overlooking the capital city, to the medieval Stirling Castle that\u2019s seen legendary battles waged outside its walls, Scotland\u2019s castles are both enchanting and unmissable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best for cuisine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ireland_irish-pub_guiness-beer_1063123526_1100x735.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ireland_irish-pub_guiness-beer_1063123526_1100x735.jpg\" alt=\"A bartender pouring a pint of Guinness. \" class=\"wp-image-55532\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ireland_irish-pub_guiness-beer_1063123526_1100x735.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ireland_irish-pub_guiness-beer_1063123526_1100x735-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ireland_irish-pub_guiness-beer_1063123526_1100x735-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ireland_irish-pub_guiness-beer_1063123526_1100x735-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Guinness<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing that sums up Ireland\u2019s cuisine, it\u2019s carbs, carbs, and more carbs. In fact, it\u2019d be hard to find an Irish restaurant where carbs aren\u2019t on the menu. From the sometimes-sweet, sometimes-salty soda bread to the hearty, Irish stew full of beef and root vegetables, Irish cuisine is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and fill up your stomach in the best way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve had your fair share of delicious food, why not wash it down with a healthy pint-full of Guinness? If Ireland\u2019s known for anything, it\u2019s this thick, dark beer that\u2019s often topped by an inch or two of foam. Created in 1759, this iconic beverage only boasts four ingredients \u2013 malted barley, hops, yeast, and water \u2013 and is even reported to have major health benefits including a ton of iron and fewer calories than most breakfast juices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLS_scotland_food_haggis_ss_1322660918.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLS_scotland_food_haggis_ss_1322660918.jpg\" alt=\"A plate of haggis with mashed potato. \" class=\"wp-image-55533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLS_scotland_food_haggis_ss_1322660918.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLS_scotland_food_haggis_ss_1322660918-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLS_scotland_food_haggis_ss_1322660918-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLS_scotland_food_haggis_ss_1322660918-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>A plate of Haggis <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After all that exploring, it goes without saying you\u2019ll need a heaping plate of food to get your energy levels back up, and luckily, this country\u2019s cuisine has you sorted. Whether you want to munch on some sweet scones with clotted cream, dig into a Sunday roast complete with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and plenty of gravy, or dine on Scotland\u2019s national dish, Haggis, you won\u2019t ever go hungry in Scotland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The verdict<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The choice of Scotland or Ireland is too close to call with each country boasting fascinating things you simply don\u2019t want to miss. Scotland has the landscapes, but Ireland has the castles. Scotland has the food, but Ireland has the beer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And both countries promise cities full of history, nightlife, welcoming hospitality, and ancient architecture that\u2019ll have you feeling as though you\u2019ve gone back in time. 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