One-Week Ireland Road Trip from Killarney to Dublin and Galway

Killarney has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Muckross Abbey. This attraction is an abbey and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,835 visitors.

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 Killarney, Cronins Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 950 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney is Bricín Restaurant and Boxty House. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 626 customers.

Killarney also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Killarney is John M. Reidy. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,292 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Killarney is Celtic Whiskey Bar & Larder. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 766 customers.

Locals also enjoy Murphys Bar, Restaurant & Townhouse Killarney. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,665 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Ireland!

You still have 2 nights left in Killarney.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Torc Mountain. This incredible attraction is a mountain and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,583 visitors.

Muckross House is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,269 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Ross Castle. This amazing attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,044 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Ireland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Killarney.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney, like Khao Asian Street Food. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Salvadors & Robertinos Killarney is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Killarney. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 980 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Killarney, The Laurels Pub & Restaurant. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Porterhouse Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,244 customers.

Killarney Brewing Company is another of the best bars in the city of Killarney. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!

Day 3 of your road trip through Ireland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Dublin for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Muenster is the amazing Cahir Castle. This attraction is a castle that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,990 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Rock of Cashel. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,334 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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 Dublin, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Marlin Hotel Dublin, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Dublin. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 10,854 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 2,989 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Dublin is the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,645 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.

National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Dublin. This incredible attraction is a national museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,172 visitors. Up to 370,965 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Dublin is the extraordinary St Stephen's Green. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 29,325 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 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 will take you to the best attractions Dublin has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Dublin 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 Dublin. 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 city of Dublin, like the extraordinary Dublin Castle. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 31,135 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Dublin is the spectacular Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,428 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing St Patrick's Cathedral. This anglican or episcopal cathedral has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,815 visitors.

Guinness Storehouse is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This tourist attraction is a popular destination among visitors in Dublin. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,823 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider National Botanic Gardens. National Botanic Gardens is a botanical garden and popular attraction in Dublin. More than 15,536 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Dublin does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Dublin 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 O'Donoghues Bar, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,110 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Dublin is the popular Lemon Jelly Cafe. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,104 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant is one of the best bars in the city of Dublin for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,719 customers.

The Stags Head is another of the most popular bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Dublin is The Celt. The Celt has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,507 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Ireland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Dublin. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Galway. You’ll stay in Galway for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Dublin’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Dublin, start your day with a visit to the amazing Ha'penny Bridge. This much-appreciated footbridge and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,192 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Molly Malone Statue. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 11,653 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Irish Whiskey Museum to make the most of your road trip across Ireland. The spectacular Irish Whiskey Museum is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,946 visitors.

The lovely Book of Kells is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,007 visitors have left this codex average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Trinity College Dublin. This attraction is a university rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,943 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dublin has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Galway. Galway 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 Ard Bia at Nimmos. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,099 reviews.

The remarkable The Quay Street Kitchen is another top restaurant in Galway we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Esquires - The Organic Coffee Co (Eyre Square) is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Galway, the fantastic O'Connor's Famous Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,806 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Tigh Chóilí. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,662 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is O'Connell's Bar Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Ireland!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Galway is the amazing Eyre Square. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,014 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,467 visitors.

Great Escape Rooms is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Galway. This well-known attraction, a spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 1,150 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Galway is Spanish Arch. This attraction is an amazing must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,733 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Galway 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 King John's Castle for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,569 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Rob's Ranch House Killarney, one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 881 customers.

Locals also recommend Café Du Parc as one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney. Café Du Parc is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

After dinner, visit Paddy Sheehan The Grand Bar & Niteclub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Killarney. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Connors Traditional Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Alternatively, Hannigans Bar, Restaurant & Rooftop Balcony is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Killarney. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 608 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip in Ireland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Killarney 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.

Killarney National Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Killarney. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,542 visitors.

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

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