9-Day Ireland road trip from Killarney to Kilkenny, 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 9-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.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Kerry Cliffs (Aillte Chiarraí). This must-see tourist destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,737 visitors.

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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!

You’ll stay in Kilkenny for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Cork today is Regional Park Ballincollig. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,109 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 Regional Park Ballincollig for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,109 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 Kilkenny.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny, Petronella Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 640 customers.

Locals recommend Butcher Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny. Butcher Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny is Paris Texas Bar and Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,225 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Kilkenny, Tynans Bridge House Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Matt The Millers Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,409 customers.

Kytelers Inn is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Kilkenny. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,411 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Kilkenny Castle. This attraction is a schloss country house museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,284 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Kilkenny Castle. This schloss country house museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,609 visitors.

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 Marlay Park in the city of Dún Laoghaire for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,055 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Dún Laoghaire is the outstanding Killiney Hill Park. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,317 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular People's Park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,391 travelers.

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 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 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 National Botanic Gardens. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,536 visitors.

St Patrick's Cathedral is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Dublin. This incredible attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,815 visitors.

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.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology. Up to 370,965 people visit this attraction every year. Around 12,172 visitors have given this national museum an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Book of Kells. Book of Kells is a popular codex, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,007 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 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 Galway. You will stay in Galway for 2 nights. 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 must-see tourist destination, Dublin Castle. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 31,135 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dublin is the outstanding Guinness Storehouse. This popular tourist attraction and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,823 visitors.

The spectacular Phoenix Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 37,056 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 Galway, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ard Bia at Nimmos, one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.

Locals also recommend The Quay Street Kitchen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. The Quay Street Kitchen is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Galway is Esquires - The Organic Coffee Co (Eyre Square). This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

After dinner, visit O'Connor's Famous Pub, 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 1,806 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tigh Chóilí. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,662 customers.

Alternatively, O'Connell's Bar Galway is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.

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

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Galway, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Galway.

Today you'll explore the city of Galway. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,467 visitors.

Great Escape Rooms is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Galway. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,150 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Galway is Eyre Square. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,014 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Galway City Museum. This city museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,211 visitors. Each year, approximately 161,558 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Galway.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Spanish Arch. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,733 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 Galway.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway, like Scotty's Burgers & Wings, Galway, Ireland. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.

OSTERIA da Simone : Italian restaurant & pizzeria is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Galway. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 588 customers.

Locals enjoy Zappis Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Galway. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Galway, Caribou. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like A Púcán. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,188 customers.

The Front Door Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,692 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Ireland. Today, you'll wake up in Galway and embark on a scenic drive to Killarney, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Galway 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 Galway. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Aillwee Cave. This attraction is a show cave that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,872 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,299 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable King John's Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,569 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Limerick Racecourse. This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 875 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Rob's Ranch House Killarney. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 881 customers.

Locals also recommend Café Du Parc, another of the best restaurants in 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 to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Killarney, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. O'Connors Traditional Pub has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Hannigans Bar, Restaurant & Rooftop Balcony 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 608 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 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!