13-Day Ireland Road Trip from Cork to Limerick, Galway & Dublin
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 13-day road trip through Ireland.
This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Ireland. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Cork, 2 nights in Limerick, 5 nights in Galway, and 3 nights in Dublin, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Ireland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Cork, Limerick, Galway, and Dublin.
We'll help you experience the best 13 days in Ireland you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Cork, you’ll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you’ll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Ireland, including the stunning Fitzgerald's Park and Blackrock Castle Observatory.
You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Cork, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Maldron Hotel Southmall. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 4-star Jurys Inn Cork. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star Hotel Isaacs Cork. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.
Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights, such as the magnificent Cork Opera House in the city of Cork. Enjoy top travel destinations like the amazing Blarney Stone and Blarney Castle & Gardens.
From the spectacular Cork City Gaol in the city of Cork to the unforgettable Regional Park Ballincollig in the city of Cork, you'll experience the best the area has to offer on your self-drive road trip through Ireland.
Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Ireland. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you’ll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Ireland.
Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Ireland.
You’ll return home having experienced the very best of everything Ireland has to offer.
You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.
Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Ireland. You’ll be booked at the best hotels for 12 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 12 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.
You’ll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Ireland extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.
The best services in Ireland fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Ireland today!
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Day 1 – Cork - Arrival Day
Day 1 – Cork - Arrival Day
- Cork - Arrival day
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- Regional Park Ballincollig
- Cork City Gaol
- Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
- Cork Opera House
- More
Your amazing road trip adventure in Ireland begins when you reach the incredible city of Cork. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best luxury places you could stay in the city of Cork is the Maldron Hotel Southmall. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 655 guests.
We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the Hotel Isaacs Cork. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 635 guests.
If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Cork, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.
Cork has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Regional Park Ballincollig. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,920 visitors.
Cork City Gaol is another popular attraction in the city of Cork. This unforgettable attraction is a prison and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,225 visitors.
Another favorite attraction in the city of Cork is Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral. This outstanding travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,942 visitors.
When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork, Sin é. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cork is Liberty Grill. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,609 customers.
Locals recommend Elbow Lane Brew and Smoke House as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.
Cork also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Cork is Sin é. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Cork is The Oliver Plunkett. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 customers.
Locals also enjoy Muskerry Arms Bar and B&B Blarney. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,575 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-day vacation in Ireland!
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Day 2 – Cork
Day 2 – Cork
- Cork
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- Cork Opera House
- Blarney Castle & Gardens
- Blarney Stone
- Fitzgerald's Park
- Munster Technological University
- Regional Park Ballincollig
- More
On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Cork. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Cork Opera House, Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Stone, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of Cork is Cork Opera House. This incredible attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,325 visitors.
Blarney Castle & Gardens is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Cork. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,325 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Cork is Blarney Stone. This amazing attraction is a stone and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,465 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Fitzgerald's Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,527 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Blackrock Castle Observatory. This technological university is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,794 visitors.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Cork.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork, like The Oliver Plunkett. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 customers.
Market Lane is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Cork. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,609 customers.
Locals enjoy The SpitJack Cork, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Cork. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Cork, The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,534 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Cornstore Cork. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.
Silver Key Bar and Restaurant is another of the best bars in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,491 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 3 – Cork
Day 3 – Cork
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- Charles Fort
- Leahy's Open Farm
- Jameson Distillery Midleton
- Fota Wildlife Park
- More
On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Cork. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Charles Fort, Leahy's Open Farm, Jameson Distillery Midleton, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the region of Cork is Charles Fort. This incredible attraction is a fort and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,735 visitors.
Leahy's Open Farm is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Cork. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,735 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Cork is Jameson Distillery Midleton. This amazing attraction and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,187 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Fota Wildlife Park. This zoo and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,820 visitors.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Cork.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork, like Muskerry Arms Bar and B&B Blarney. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,575 customers.
Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Cork. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,527 customers.
Locals enjoy The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Cork. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,534 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Cork, Barry's of Douglas Restaurant & Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,290 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Anglers Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,160 customers.
The White Horse is another of the best bars in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,096 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 4 – County Clare and Galway
Day 4 – County Clare and Galway
- County Clare
- Galway City
- Galway
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- Craggaunowen
- Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
- Cliffs of Moher
- Eyre Square
- More
Day 4 of your road trip through Ireland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Craggaunowen, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Cliffs of Moher, and many more.
One of the best places to visit in the city of County Clare is the amazing Craggaunowen. This attraction is an island and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 501 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible park, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,995 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of County Clare is the outstanding Cliffs of Moher. This cliff has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,238 visitors.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Galway, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Galway is the 3-star Eyre Square Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 600 guests.
If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Forster Court. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 401 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try O'Connell's Bar Galway, one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.
Locals also recommend Ard Bia at Nimmos as one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. Ard Bia at Nimmos is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Galway is The Quay Street Kitchen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.
After dinner, visit O'Connor's Famous Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,806 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tigh Chóilí. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,662 customers.
Alternatively, O'Connell's Bar Galway is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland!
Experiences
Day 5 – Galway
Day 5 – Galway
- Galway City
- County Galway
- County Sligo
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- Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
- Connemara National Park
- Walled Victorian Garden
- Dog's Bay
- Renvyle Beach
- More
On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of County Galway. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, Connemara National Park, Walled Victorian Garden, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of County Galway is Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden. This incredible attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,454 visitors.
Connemara National Park is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of County Galway. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,454 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of County Galway is Walled Victorian Garden. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,788 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Dog's Bay. This bay and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,470 visitors.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Galway.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway, like Esquires - The Organic Coffee Co (Eyre Square). This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.
Scotty's Burgers & Wings, Galway, Ireland. Is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Galway. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.
Locals enjoy OSTERIA da Simone : Italian restaurant & pizzeria, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Galway. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 588 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Galway, Caribou. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like A Púcán. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,188 customers.
The Skeff Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,056 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 6 – Galway
Day 6 – Galway
- Galway
- Galway City
- County Donegal
- County Sligo
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- Menlo Castle
- Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway
- Barna Woods
- Galway Atlantaquaria, National Aquarium of Ireland
- Donegal Castle
- Glenveagh National Park
- Arena 7 Entertainment Complex
- More
On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Galway. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Menlo Castle, Galway Cathedral, Barna Woods, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of Galway is Menlo Castle. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 554 visitors.
Galway Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Galway. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 554 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Galway is Barna Woods. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 919 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Galway Atlantaquaria, National Aquarium of Ireland. This aquarium and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,723 visitors.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Galway.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway, like Zappis Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.
An Púcán is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Galway. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,188 customers.
Locals enjoy The Kings Head Bistro, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Galway. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,233 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Galway, The Front Door Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,692 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Quays Bar and Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,514 customers.
The Dáil Bar Galway is another of the best bars in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,040 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 7 – Galway
Day 7 – Galway
- Galway
- Galway City
- Connacht
- Kilkenny
- Gorey — Kilmuckridge
- More
- Port of Galway
- Galway City Museum
- Eyre Square
- Great Escape Rooms
- Glencar Waterfall
- Kilkenny Golf Club
- Kilkenny Castle Park
- Kilkenny Castle
- More
On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Galway. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Port of Galway, Galway City Museum, Eyre Square, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of Galway is Port of Galway. This incredible attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 917 visitors.
Galway City Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Galway. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 917 visitors. Galway City Museum attracts about 161,558 travelers annually.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Galway is Eyre Square. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,895 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Great Escape Rooms. This place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 777 visitors.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Galway.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway, like The Skeff Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,056 customers.
The Front Door Pub is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Galway. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,692 customers.
Locals enjoy The Quays Bar and Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Galway. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,514 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Galway, Monroe's Tavern. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Tigh Neachtain. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.
Taaffes Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 8 – Meath and Dublin
Day 8 – Meath and Dublin
- Dublin
- Meath
- South Dublin
- Wicklow
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- Dublin Zoo
- Emerald Park
- Phoenix Park
- Powerscourt Waterfall
- Wicklow Mountains National Park
- Powerscourt House & Gardens
- Marlay Park
- More
Day 8 of your road trip through Ireland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day.
One of the best places to visit in the region of Meath is the amazing Tayto Park. This attraction is an amusement park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,374 visitors.
You could then travel to the amazing Dublin Zoo in the city of Dublin for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a zoo and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,485 visitors. Each year, Dublin Zoo is visited by more than 1,105,005 travelers, so don't miss out!
Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Dublin is the outstanding Phoenix Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,979 visitors, this top sight deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Dublin.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Dublin is the 4-star hotel The Croke Park Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,650 guests.
You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel The Merrion Hotel is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Dublin. This hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,151 guests. This 3-star apartment has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,854 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar, one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,660 customers.
Locals also recommend Shouk as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. Shouk is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin is The Vintage Kitchen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.
After dinner, visit Shouk, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Temple Bar Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.
Alternatively, The Brazen Head is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,980 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 9 – Dublin
Day 9 – Dublin
- Dublin
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- National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology
- Book of Kells
- Irish Whiskey Museum
- Ha'penny Bridge
- Dublin Zoo
- Phoenix Park
- National Botanic Gardens
- Guinness Storehouse
- St Patrick's Cathedral
- More
On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Dublin. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, The Book of Kells, Irish Whiskey Museum, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of Dublin is National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology. As one of the top sights in the area, around 370,965 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a national museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,568 visitors.
The Book of Kells is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Dublin. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,568 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Dublin is Irish Whiskey Museum. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,353 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Ha'penny Bridge. This footbridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,250 visitors.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Dublin.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin, like Chapter One Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 849 customers.
Mr Fox is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Dublin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 690 customers.
Locals enjoy The Temple Bar Pub, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Dublin. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Dublin, The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Porterhouse Temple Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,884 customers.
The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant is another of the best bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,719 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 10 – Dublin
Day 10 – Dublin
- Dublin
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- National Botanic Gardens
- Guinness Storehouse
- St Patrick's Cathedral
- Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin
- National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology
- Book of Kells
- Ha'penny Bridge
- More
On day 10 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Dublin. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible National Botanic Gardens, Guinness Storehouse, St Patrick's Cathedral, and many more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of Dublin is National Botanic Gardens. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,206 visitors.
Guinness Storehouse is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Dublin. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,206 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Dublin is St Patrick's Cathedral. This amazing attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,857 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Christ Church Cathedral. This anglican or episcopal cathedral and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,029 visitors.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Dublin.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin, like The Brazen Head. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,980 customers.
The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Dublin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 customers.
Locals enjoy Porterhouse Temple Bar, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Dublin. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,884 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Dublin, The Stags Head. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Celt. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,507 customers.
O'Donoghues Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,110 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 11 – South Dublin and Kilkenny
Day 11 – South Dublin and Kilkenny
- South Dublin
- Kilkenny
- Fingal
- Munster
- Cahir — Cashel
- More
- Marlay Park
- Corkagh Park
- Kilkenny Castle Park
- Kilkenny Castle
- Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny
- Malahide Castle & Gardens
- St Catherine's Park (Fingal)
- Cahir Castle
- Swiss Cottage
- Rock of Cashel
- More
You’ll have time to visit two of the most popular areas in Ireland on day 11 of your road trip.
One of the best places to explore in the city of South Dublin is Marlay Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,015 visitors.
We also recommend you visit an amazing park in the city of South Dublin, Corkagh Park. Around 2,536 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 stars out of 5.
You could then travel to Kilkenny Castle Park for some unforgettable sightseeing in the region of Kilkenny. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,744 visitors. This outstanding tourist attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 947 visitors.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kilkenny.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Kilkenny is the 3-star hotel Aspect Hotel Kilkenny. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 773 guests.
Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 4-star hotel. The Newpark Hotel is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Kilkenny. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,678 guests.
After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny, Petronella Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 640 customers.
Locals recommend Butcher Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny. Butcher Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny is Matt The Millers Bar & Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,409 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Kilkenny, Tynans Bridge House Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.
You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Matt The Millers Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,409 customers.
Kytelers Inn is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Kilkenny. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,411 customers.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland with a toast!
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Day 12 – Munster and Cork
Day 12 – Munster and Cork
- Cork
- Munster
- Kerry
- More
- Rock of Cashel
- Brú Ború Heritage Centre
- Swiss Cottage
- Cahir Castle
- The Vee Pass
- Ross Castle
- Torc Mountain
- Killarney National Park
- Muckross House
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Day 12 of your road trip through Ireland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Rock of Cashel, Brú Ború Heritage Centre, Swiss Cottage, and many more.
One of the best places to visit in the region of Munster is the amazing Rock of Cashel. This attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,598 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Brú Ború Heritage Centre. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 146 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Munster is the outstanding Swiss Cottage. This cottage orné has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 474 visitors.
Cahir Castle is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Munster. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,013 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic The Vee Pass. This is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 465 visitors.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Cork, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Cork is the 3-star Hotel Isaacs Cork. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 635 guests.
You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Maldron Hotel Southmall is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Cork. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 655 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cornstore Cork, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.
Locals also recommend Silver Key Bar and Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. Silver Key Bar and Restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,491 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cork is Barry's of Douglas Restaurant & Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,290 customers.
After dinner, visit The Shelbourne Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Roundy. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 974 customers.
Alternatively, South County Bar & Café, Douglas is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland!
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Day 13 – Cork - Departure Day
Day 13 – Cork - Departure Day
- Cork - Departure day
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- Elizabeth Fort
- Crawford Art Gallery
- Shandon Bells & Tower St Anne's Church
- Tramore Valley Park
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Day 13 of your road trip in Ireland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Cork before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.
Elizabeth Fort is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Cork. This fort and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,300.
If you're interested in seeing something else, the Crawford Art Gallery art museum is another great option. According to 1,108 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.5 out of 5 stars, this attraction certainly lives up to its reputation.
You can also stop at Shandon Bells & Tower St Anne's Church church to capture the beauty and wonder of Cork one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 923.
Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the city of Cork before you conclude your short European break.
You’ll then say farewell to Ireland and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in Ireland!
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