UK & Ireland

The history and mythology of the UK and Ireland have inspired countless works of fantastical fiction, from J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings to J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series. Whether you’re into wands and wizards or beards and battle-axes, here are some of the best places to visit around the UK and Ireland, ordered by series.

There’s no more authentic place to get involved than Dublin! From Temple Bar to whiskey distilleries, from the best beer gardens to gravedigger tours through Dublin’s creepy history, here are the best things to do in Dublin around St Patrick’s Day.

Here are some of the best historical sites for history nerds looking to let their imaginations run wild – as well as a bit of fantasy folklore for good measure.