The sites hold particular appeal this week as a deep partial solar eclipse is due on Wednesday, covering more than 90pc of the sun. HERE are the best places worldwide to view the total solar eclipse on WEDNESDAY evening. Ireland currently has three officially recognised dark sky places, which are acting as central hubs for this growing astro-tourism trend. The Mayo Dark Sky Park at Wild Nephin National Park ; accredited in 2016 within Wild Nephin National Park, expecting 94pc coverage and hosting major public events. OM Dark Sky Park and Observatory: County Tyrone; accredited in 2020 in Davagh Forest.