One-Week Ireland Road Trip from Dublin to Waterford City Metropolitan District and Cork

Your road trip adventure in Ireland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Dublin. You’ll stay in Dublin for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Dublin has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Ha'penny Bridge. This attraction is a footbridge and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,192 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 Dublin, FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,660 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin is PHX Bistro. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Locals recommend The Vintage Kitchen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Dublin also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dublin is Shouk. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Dublin is The Temple Bar Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Brazen Head. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,980 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Dublin has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights 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 Phoenix Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,056 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Dublin, which gets around 313,790 annual visits, is the spectacular National Museum of Ireland – Decorative Arts and History. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,264 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing National Botanic Gardens. This botanical garden has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,536 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Dublin.

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 Chapter One Restaurant, 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 849 customers.

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

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

When you’ve finished your meal, The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant is one of the best bars in the city of Dublin for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 customers.

Porterhouse Temple Bar 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 7,884 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Dublin is Light House Cinema. Light House Cinema has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,744 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across Ireland is another day in the magnificent Dublin. You now have 2 nights left in Dublin. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Dublin offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Dublin is the stunning Iveagh Gardens. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,930 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Dublin Castle in the city of Dublin. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 31,135 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Dublin is the incredible Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,428 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Dublinia. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,717 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Guinness Storehouse. This tourist attraction is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 18,823 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Dublin you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Dublin has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin, O'Donoghues Bar. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,110 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Dublin that locals enjoy, eat at Lemon Jelly Cafe. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,104 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Dublin, The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,719 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Dublin, we recommend the cocktails at The Stags Head. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Dublin is The Celt. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,507 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Dublin!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 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 Waterford City Metropolitan District. You’ll stay in Waterford City Metropolitan District 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 Trinity College Dublin. This much-appreciated university and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,943 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Book of Kells. This codex and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,007 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology to make the most of your road trip across Ireland. The spectacular National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology is a national museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,172 visitors. Every year, around 370,965 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely St Stephen's Green is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 29,325 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 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 St Patrick's Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 20,815 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 Waterford City Metropolitan District. Waterford City Metropolitan District 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 Emiliano's. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 945 reviews.

The remarkable Momo Restaurant is another top restaurant in Waterford City Metropolitan District we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 854 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous McLeary's Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Waterford City Metropolitan District, the fantastic Geoff's Cafe Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,480 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Reg. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,344 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Uluru Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,037 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Ireland!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Ireland. Today, you'll wake up in Waterford and embark on a scenic drive to Cork, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Waterford and County Cork 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 Waterford. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful House of Waterford Crystal. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,065 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Seasonal Tramore Amusement Park. This attraction, a beloved amusement park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,714 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Waterford is the stunning Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,141 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Jameson Distillery Midleton. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,523 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Titanic Experience Cobh. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,040 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Charles Fort. This fort and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,370 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in County Cork, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Cork. When you arrive in Cork 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 Liberty Grill. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,609 customers.

Locals also recommend Elbow Lane Brew and Smoke House, another of the best restaurants in Cork. Elbow Lane Brew and Smoke House is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Izz Cafe. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 731 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Sin é to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cork, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Oliver Plunkett. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Oliver Plunkett has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 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!

You still have 1 night left in Cork.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Ross Castle. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,044 visitors.

Muckross Abbey is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,835 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Muckross House. This amazing attraction is a house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,269 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Killarney National Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,542 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Torc Mountain. This mountain is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,583 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 Cork.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork, like Market Lane. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,609 customers.

The SpitJack 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 1,934 customers.

Locals enjoy Luigi Malones Cork, 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 2,073 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.

An Bróg Bar + Kitchen 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 1,592 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Dublin for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Cork today is Fitzgerald's Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,130 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Blarney Castle & Gardens, an outstanding park, in the city of Cork. Around 10,638 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. 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 Fitzgerald's Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,130 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,638 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Cahir Castle. This attraction, a stunning castle, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,990 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Rock of Cashel. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,334 travelers, the magnificent Rock of Cashel is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

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

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Dublin, O'Donoghues Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,110 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Bank on College Green. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,043 customers.

Café en Seine is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,282 customers.

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

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

Molly Malone Statue is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dublin. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,653 visitors.

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

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