9-Day Ireland Road Trip from Cork traveling east to Galway, Dublin, and Waterford City Metropolitan District

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 607 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.

Another of the best bars in the city of Cork is The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,534 customers.

Locals also enjoy Cornstore Cork. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 10,764 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 4,710 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 Izz Cafe, 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 4.8 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Cork is the popular Market Lane. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,609 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Cork is The SpitJack Cork. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, A Bróg Bar + Kitchen is one of the best bars in the city of Cork for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,592 customers.

The Thomond Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,430 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Cork is The Woodford. The Woodford has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,261 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 Galway and the city of Limerick. 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 Spanish Arch. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,753 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Great Escape Rooms. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,162 visitors.

Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Galway. This well-known attraction, a spectacular catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 4,556 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Galway is Eyre Square. This attraction is an amazing square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,114 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 in the city of Limerick for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,634 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hooked, one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Locals also recommend O'Connell's Bar Galway as one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. O'Connell's Bar Galway is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Galway is Kai Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

After dinner, visit Tigh Chóilí, 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 1,662 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Caribou. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.

Alternatively, A Púcán is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,188 customers.

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

Day 4 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 Kinvarra and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Dublin. 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 Kinvarra is the amazing Dunguaire Castle. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,855 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kinvarra 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 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 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 PHX Bistro. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

After dinner, visit The Temple Bar Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,980 customers.

Alternatively, The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 customers.

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

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 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 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 Harding. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,290 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 37,298 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 25,663 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 Dublin Castle. This best-rated sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 31,463 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Ha'penny Bridge. Around 13,278 visitors have given this footbridge an average rating of 4.5 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 15,718 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 The Vintage Kitchen, after your day of exploring the city of Dublin. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Chapter One Restaurant 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 849 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin is Mr Fox. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 690 customers.

Locals recommend Porterhouse Temple Bar, 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,884 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Dublin, Light House Cinema. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,744 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 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 Guinness Storehouse. This attraction is a tourist attraction and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,154 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Dublin is the spectacular St Patrick's Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,169 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing St Stephen's Green. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,521 visitors.

National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This national museum is a popular destination among visitors in Dublin. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,321 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 370,965 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Book of Kells. Book of Kells is a codex and popular attraction in Dublin. More than 13,299 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 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 The Stags Head, 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 4,691 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Dublin is the popular The Celt. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,507 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Dublin is O'Donoghues Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,110 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Bank on College Green 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 4,043 customers.

Café en Seine is another of the most popular bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,282 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Dublin is Murray’s Pub. Murray’s Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,882 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the city of Enniskerry and the region of Wicklow. You’ll stay in Waterford City Metropolitan District for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Enniskerry today is Powerscourt House & Gardens. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,458 visitors.

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 village, 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 Wicklow Mountains National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the region of Wicklow. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,575 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Waterford City Metropolitan District.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Waterford City Metropolitan District, Emiliano's. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 945 customers.

Locals recommend Momo Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Waterford City Metropolitan District. Momo Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 854 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Waterford City Metropolitan District is McLeary's Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Waterford City Metropolitan District, Geoff's Cafe Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,480 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Reg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,344 customers.

The Gingerman is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Waterford City Metropolitan District. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 937 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 8 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 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Waterford 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 Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum (Treasures of Medieval Waterford). This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 862 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible House of Waterford Crystal. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,104 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Mahon Falls. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,559 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Luigi Malones Cork. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,073 customers.

Locals also recommend Hayfield Manor Hotel, another of the best restaurants in Cork. Hayfield Manor Hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,427 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,527 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Shelbourne Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cork, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cask. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Cask has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 974 customers.

White Rabbit Bar & BBQ is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 991 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!

Day 9 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.

National Monument is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Cork. This monument and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 457 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!