🇮🇪 Ireland Quiz: 25 Fun & Educational Irish Trivia Questions

The River Shannon flows over 360 km (224 miles) from County Cavan to the Atlantic Ocean. It is the longest river in Ireland and a key waterway for tourism and biodiversity.

The harp is the official emblem of Ireland and is featured on Irish euro coins, the presidential seal, and various government documents. It symbolizes the nation’s musical heritage.

Guinness, a world-renowned dry stout, was first brewed in 1759 in Dublin by Arthur Guinness. It is known for its creamy head and is one of the most iconic Irish exports.

Green is symbolic of Ireland’s lush landscape and Catholic heritage. It is also closely associated with Irish nationalism and is a prominent color on the national flag.

St. Patrick's Day commemorates the death of Saint Patrick, the missionary who brought Christianity to Ireland. Celebrated globally, it features parades, wearing green, and cultural festivities.

The Republic of Ireland adopted the Euro (€) as its official currency in 2002, joining other European Union countries. Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom, still uses the Pound Sterling (£).

Dublin is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Ireland. Located on the east coast, it is a historical and cultural hub, home to institutions like Trinity College and famous landmarks such as Dublin Castle and the River Liffey. It also serves as the political and economic center of the country.

The shamrock, a three-leaved clover, is associated with Saint Patrick, Ireland's patron saint, who is said to have used it to explain the Holy Trinity. It symbolizes Irish heritage and identity and is often worn on St. Patrick’s Day.

St. Patrick’s Day is Ireland’s national holiday, celebrating the country's patron saint. It is marked with parades, music, dance, and green-themed festivities worldwide.

Irish, or Gaeilge, is the first official language of Ireland, although English is more widely spoken. Irish is taught in schools and used in official signage and documents, especially in Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) regions.

Ireland’s entire western coastline faces the Atlantic Ocean, which significantly influences its mild maritime climate and supports rich marine biodiversity.

Although Ireland gained partial independence in 1922 as the Irish Free State, it officially became a republic and left the British Commonwealth in 1949.

Gaelic football is one of Ireland’s national sports, governed by the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA). It combines elements of soccer and rugby and is widely played across the country.

Pierce Brosnan, born in Drogheda, County Louth, portrayed James Bond in four films from 1995 to 2002, including GoldenEye and Die Another Day.

Carrauntoohil stands at 1,038 meters (3,406 feet) in County Kerry. It is part of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks range and is a popular hiking destination.

The four provinces of Ireland are Leinster, Munster, Connacht, and Ulster. These historical divisions are used in sports and cultural identity but have no administrative function today.

W.B. Yeats, a Nobel Laureate and one of Ireland’s greatest poets, wrote “The Lake Isle of Innisfree” inspired by a desire for peace and solitude in nature.

As of 2025, the population of the Republic of Ireland is around 5 million people, reflecting steady growth over the last few decades.

Newgrange is a passage tomb built around 3200 BCE in County Meath. It predates both Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids, and is famous for its winter solstice alignment.

According to legend, St. Patrick banished snakes from Ireland. Scientifically, the absence of snakes is attributed to Ireland’s isolation after the last Ice Age.

The Oireachtas is Ireland’s national parliament and consists of the President of Ireland and two houses: Dáil Éireann (lower house) and Seanad Éireann (upper house).

U2 is one of the world’s best-selling rock bands, formed in Dublin. “With or Without You” is one of their most famous songs, released in 1987 on the album The Joshua Tree.

Published in 1922, Ulysses is considered one of the greatest literary works of the 20th century. It follows Leopold Bloom through a single day in Dublin, using experimental narrative techniques.

The Irish Sea lies between the eastern coast of Ireland and the western coast of Great Britain. It plays an important role in trade, transport, and ecology.

Cork earned the nickname "Rebel City" due to its strong support for Irish independence during historical uprisings, particularly the War of Independence (1919–1921).