Resource Finder
Use the Resource Finder below to discover useful websites, services, organisations and resources that can help you settle into life in Ireland.
From language learning and job searching to accommodation, transport and making new friends, you will find plenty of helpful resources to get you started.
Simply click on a category below to explore what’s available.
Language learning
Duolingo
Gamified lessons in English (and many languages) with short daily sessions. Free basic, paid upgrade.
ELSA Speak
AI-powered coach focused on English pronunciation and speaking confidence. Free basic, paid premium.
Busuu
Structured English courses with community feedback and interactive lessons. Free basic, paid full access.
Drops
Vocabulary-builder via fun games; useful for English word practice. Free limited, paid for full access.
Memrise
Language learning app including English, with focus on vocabulary & listening. Free basic, paid subscription.
Xeropan
Gamified English course (A1-C1 levels) with real-world video and speak-bots. Free basic, paid full version.
Talkio AI
Web/Phone app tailored for English (Ireland) learners to practice conversation. Free trial, then paid.
Ling – Learn Languages
App for many languages including Irish and English, with mini-games and interactive tasks. Free basic, in-app purchases.
British Council Learn English Apps
A suite of apps by the British Council for English learners at all levels. Some free and some paid features.
Beelinguapp
Learn English via bilingual texts + audio; side-by-side reading helps comprehension. Free trial, then paid.
Accommodation
Daft.ie
Ireland’s largest property listings site — houses, flats, rooms to rent, share, buy.
Rent.ie
Focused on rental accommodation in Ireland (especially for younger renters and flat-shares).
Accommodation.ie
Portal covering hotels, B&Bs, hostels, self-catering homes across Ireland.
B&B Ireland
Specialised in bed & breakfast and homestay-type accommodation throughout Ireland.
Discover Ireland
Official tourism board listing site for short-break stays and registered accommodation across Ireland.
Ireland’s Blue Book
A curated collection of luxury country-house hotels, manor houses, castles and boutique accommodation in Ireland.
Trivago
Price-comparison site for hotels and short-stay accommodation across Ireland.
Student.com
Search and book student accommodation in Ireland — rooms near universities, no booking fees.
Accommodation for Students
Dedicated website for student housing in Ireland (rooms, student homes) with verified listings.
Yugo
Private student accommodation across Irish cities (Dublin, Cork, Galway, etc.).
Roomies.ie
A flatmate-finder service in Ireland: list a room, find a roommate, search shared houses.
Rent.ie – Sharing Section
Listings for rooms in house-shares / flat-shares in Ireland, including students and young professionals.
Hosting Power
Medium-term furnished private rooms across Ireland (including for students) — designed for stays 1 month+.
Roomgo
Flat-share platform (rooms, shared rentals, studios) available in Ireland.
Government services and more
MyGovID
A digital identity app from the Irish government that lets you verify your identity with your phone (using an Irish passport + proof of address + selfie), link it to your Public Services Card (PSC) and then access multiple online government services. gov.ie+2gov.ie+2
HSE Health App
An app (launched by the Health Service Executive in Ireland) which allows users to access health-related digital records: things like their medical card, vaccine records, potentially hospital/appointment notifications etc,…
Finding a job
Jobs.ie
Irish job board & mobile app listing thousands of jobs from Irish employers. Specialized in bed & breakfast and homestay-type accommodation throughout Ireland.
IrishJobs.ie
One of Ireland’s leading job sites & app covering 30+ industry sectors, from full-time to contract roles.
Indeed
Global job search engine with a dedicated Ireland portal for thousands of listings across many sectors.
RecruitIreland
Irish job board providing specialized listings + career advice.
Careerjet Ireland
Aggregator/search-engine pulling jobs from multiple websites across Ireland.
PublicJobs.ie
The official Irish public-sector recruitment site for civil service and public-body jobs.
LinkedIn
Professional networking app that also functions as a job board – useful for networking and job alerts.
Sightseeing
Discover Ireland
The official tourism guide by Fáilte Ireland: offers inspiration for trips, things to do, accommodation and places to visit across Ireland.
Origin Ireland
Heritage & travel app covering 500+ historic sites in Ireland with interactive maps and AR experiences.
Atlantic Way Explorer
App specifically for the Wild Atlantic Way (west coast): helps you find natural wonders, historic sites and hidden gems along the route.
TripBucket – Ireland Travel Guide
Interactive guide to Ireland: things to do, places to stay, local eats, maps and planning features.
Monumental Ireland
App that maps Ireland’s ancient monuments and myths: 350+ sites searchable by county and type (stone circles, ogham stones, ancient tombs).
Road Trip: Ireland
GPS-guided driving tour app for Ireland: follow routes, audio stories, stop at landmarks and driving experiences.
Ireland – Tourism
General travel guide app covering attractions, hotels, restaurants and things to do across Ireland.
Ireland Travel Guide – Apps for Ireland
This is a broader list/guide app for Ireland – includes many travel-aid features (some offline) like maps, guides, places to see.
Tourism Ireland 360
360° augmented-reality app from Tourism Ireland letting you immerse in Ireland’s landscapes and attractions.
Dublin Travel Guide Offline
City-specific offline guide for Dublin: maps, AR, attractions, restaurants and city tips.
Ireland Travel Guide – TripBucket (Android)
Android version of TripBucket for Ireland travel guidance, things to do, map integration.
Atlantic Discovery App
Regional app developed by Kerry County Council for visitors along the Wild Atlantic Way (North Kerry stretch) with interactive mapping, local info.
Transportation
TFI Live
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
TFI Go
Buy and use digital tickets on your phone for Bus Éireann, TFI Local Link, and other participating operators.
TFI Leap Top-Up
Manage your Leap Card: check balance, top-up, and view travel history (supports NFC phones).
TFI Anseo
Demand-responsive transport app for rural and low-density areas — book flexible Local Link journeys.
Iarnród Éireann/Irish Rail
Official rail app: book train tickets, check live departures, and view service updates for the national network.
Luas App
For Dublin’s tram network — real-time tram times, maps, and travel alerts.
Bus Éireann App
National and regional bus routes; plan trips, check timetables, and track services live.
Dublin Bus App
Real-time departure info, route maps, and stop searches for Dublin city buses.
Citylink Ireland
Coach-booking app for intercity travel (Dublin ↔ Galway, Cork, Limerick, etc.).
JJ Kavanagh & Sons App
Private coach service covering the southeast and midlands — book and track services.
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Ireland’s main taxi-hailing app (works in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford) — licensed taxis & card payments.
Lynk Taxis
Dublin-based taxi app — real-time tracking, book in advance, pay cash or card.
Hola Taxi
New Irish taxi app competing with major platforms — mainly Dublin area.
Uber
Operates in limited form (mainly connecting to licensed taxi drivers) in some cities like Limerick and Cork.
Bolt
Ride-hailing and e-bike rental app active in Dublin and a few other cities.
GoCar
Irish car-sharing platform: rent cars or vans by the hour/day in Dublin, Cork, Galway & other cities — great for sightseeing trips.
TFI Cycle App
For public bike-sharing schemes in Dublin (DublinBikes), Cork (Coca-Cola Zero Bikes), Limerick, and Galway.
TFI Journey Planner
National multimodal route planner — combines all public transport, cycling, and walking options across Ireland.
Moovit
Global journey planner supporting Irish networks — combines bus, train, Luas, taxi, and bike data.
Citymapper
Detailed route planning and live updates for major Irish cities (especially Dublin).
Transit App
Alternative to Citymapper; shows live vehicle tracking for buses and trains in supported Irish cities.
Socialising and making friends
Bumble (Friend Mode)
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
Meetup
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
Eventbrite
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
Speaky
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
Tandem
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
BeFriend (Snapchat-based)
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
Nextdoor
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
Internations
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
Facebook events/groups
Official Transport for Ireland app — real-time info for buses, trains, Luas (tram) and Local Link routes nationwide.
Newspapers and news sites
The Irish Times
One of Ireland’s leading national newspapers, known for quality journalism, politics, business, and culture coverage.
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Irish Independent
Major daily newspaper offering national and international news, sports, and lifestyle stories.
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The Irish Examiner
Cork-based paper with strong regional and national coverage, including politics, sports, and opinion.
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The Herald
Dublin-based tabloid with city news, entertainment, and Irish current affairs.
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Irish Daily Star
Popular tabloid newspaper focusing on breaking news, celebrity gossip, and sports.
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Irish Mirror
Irish edition of the UK’s Mirror, covering national news, lifestyle, and entertainment.
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TheJournal.ie
Independent digital news platform with fast, factual news and public-interest journalism.
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RTÉ News
Ireland’s national broadcaster’s online news platform, offering breaking news, live updates, and analysis.
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BreakingNews.ie
24-hour Irish news website focusing on quick updates on national and international headlines.
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Irish Sun
Irish edition of The Sun, focused on entertainment, sport, and local celebrity news.
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Business Post
Sunday newspaper covering Irish business, finance, politics, and tech.
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Sunday World
Sunday tabloid covering news, crime, sport, and Irish showbiz.
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Connacht Tribune
Regional paper covering Galway and the west of Ireland.
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The Kerryman
Local Kerry paper with county news, sports, and community updates.
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Limerick Leader
Regional paper serving Limerick city and county.
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Western People
Weekly newspaper focused on Mayo and the west of Ireland.
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