7-Day Ireland Road Trip from Cork traveling east to Killarney, Limerick, and Dublin

Your road trip adventure in Ireland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Cork. You’ll stay in Cork for 2 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 National Monument. This attraction is a monument and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 445 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, 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 The Oliver Plunkett. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Ireland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Ireland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Cork. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Killarney. You’ll stay in Killarney for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Cork’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Cork, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cork Opera House. This much-appreciated opera house and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,646 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Fitzgerald's Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,045 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cork City Gaol to make the most of your road trip across Ireland. The spectacular Cork City Gaol is a prison that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,733 visitors.

The lovely Blarney Castle & Gardens is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,247 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Cork has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Killarney. Killarney offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Celtic Whiskey Bar & Larder. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 766 reviews.

The remarkable Bricín Restaurant and Boxty House is another top restaurant in Killarney we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 626 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Killarney, the fantastic Murphys Bar, Restaurant & Townhouse Killarney. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,665 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Ireland!

You’ll stay in Limerick for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Killarney National Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,418 visitors.

Around 6,441 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Ireland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Ireland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Ennis. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,834 visitors.

This outstanding cliff has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,506 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Limerick, Nancy Blakes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,535 customers.

Locals recommend Cornstore Limerick as one of the best restaurants in the city of Limerick. Cornstore Limerick is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,389 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Limerick is Marco Polo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Limerick, House Limerick. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Ireland. Today, you'll wake up in Limerick and embark on a scenic drive to Dublin, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Limerick and County Meath before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Limerick. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful King John's Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,350 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Milk Market. This attraction, a beloved building, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,500 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Limerick is the stunning Arthur's Quay Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,168 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Trim Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,823 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Newgrange. This passage tombs in ireland and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,136 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in County Meath, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Dublin. When you arrive in Dublin you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,660 customers.

Locals also recommend Shouk, another of the best restaurants in Dublin. Shouk is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Vintage Kitchen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 911 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Temple Bar Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Dublin, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Brazen Head. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Brazen Head has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,980 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Ireland, and look forward to more great days to come!

On day 5 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 Staycity Aparthotels Tivoli, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Dublin. This apartment has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,569 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Dublin is the 5-star Conrad Dublin. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 743 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Dublin is the 3-star The West County Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,343 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 36,146 visitors.

Guinness Storehouse is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Dublin. This incredible attraction is a tourist attraction and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,395 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Dublin is the extraordinary National Botanic Gardens. This botanical garden is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 15,026 reviews.

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 Temple Bar Pub. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 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.

The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant is also one 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.

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

Day 6 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 St Patrick's Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,550 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible codex, Book of Kells. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,217 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dublin is the outstanding Ha'penny Bridge. This popular footbridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,687 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 The Oliver Plunkett, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 customers.

Locals also recommend Market Lane as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. Market Lane is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,609 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cork is The SpitJack Cork. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

After dinner, visit The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Cork. 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 like Cornstore Cork. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

Alternatively, Silver Key Bar and Restaurant is one of the best bars that locals recommend 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 in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland!

Day 7 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Cork at Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,527 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega for your last chance at a meal in the city of Cork. The The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,534 customers.

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