6-Day Ireland Road Trip from Cork traveling east to Dublin

Your road trip adventure in Ireland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Cork. You’ll stay in Cork for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Cork has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible St Patrick's Bridge. This attraction is a bridge and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 609 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork, Liberty Grill. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,609 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cork is Elbow Lane Brew and Smoke House. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Locals recommend Izz Cafe 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 731 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 6-day vacation in Ireland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Blarney has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Blarney by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Blarney. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Blarney, like the extraordinary Blarney Castle & Gardens. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,638 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Blarney is the spectacular Blarney Stone. This attraction is a stone and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,651 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Blarney.

Your discovery of Blarney does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Blarney on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Ireland, be sure to eat at Market Lane, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,609 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Cork is the popular The SpitJack Cork. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Cork is Luigi Malones Cork. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega is one of the best bars in the city of Cork for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,534 customers.

Cornstore Cork is another of the most popular bars in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Cork is A Bróg Bar + Kitchen. A Bróg Bar + Kitchen has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,592 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Cork!

Day 3 of your road trip through Ireland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Cobh and the city of Carrigtwohill. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Cobh is the amazing Titanic Experience Cobh. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,040 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Cobh is another excellent way to spend your new day in Ireland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Ireland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Ireland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Ireland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Rock of Cashel in the city of Carrigtwohill for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,334 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Dublin.

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 PHX Bistro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. PHX Bistro is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,038 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!

On day 4 of your road trip across Ireland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Dublin. You’ll stay in Dublin for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Dublin. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,588 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Dublin is the 5-star Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,089 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Dublin is the 3-star Roxford Lodge Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,882 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Dublin, like the outstanding Phoenix Park. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,056 visitors.

Dublin Zoo is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Dublin. This incredible attraction is a zoo and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,522 visitors. Up to 1,105,005 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Dublin is the extraordinary Guinness Storehouse. This tourist attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 18,823 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible St Stephen's Green. Around 29,325 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic National Botanic Gardens. National Botanic Gardens is a popular botanical garden, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,536 travelers.

Come to Dublin prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Dublin.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Chapter One Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Dublin. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 849 customers.

Mr Fox is another of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 690 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin is The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,719 customers.

Locals recommend The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant, one of the best bars in the city of Dublin, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Dublin, Porterhouse Temple Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,884 customers.

Light House Cinema is also one of the best bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,744 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Ireland.

Day 5 of your road trip through Ireland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Dublin and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Cork. You will stay in Cork for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Dublin is the amazing Ha'penny Bridge. This attraction is a footbridge that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,192 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible codex, Book of Kells. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,007 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dublin is the outstanding Molly Malone Statue. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,653 visitors.

The spectacular Dublin Castle is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 31,135 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic St Patrick's Cathedral. This attraction is a popular anglican or episcopal cathedral that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,815 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Dublin by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Ireland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Cork, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hayfield Manor Hotel, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,427 customers.

Locals also recommend Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,527 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cork is Silver Key Bar and Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,491 customers.

After dinner, visit The Thomond Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,430 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Woodford. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,261 customers.

Alternatively, The Shelbourne Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland!

Day 6 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.

Triskel Arts Centre is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Cork. This venue and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 502 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Cork and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Ireland.

You’ll then say farewell to Cork. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Ireland!