Cheap 4-Day Ireland Road Trip from Dublin traveling west to Galway

Your exciting road trip through Ireland starts when you reach the incredible city of Dublin, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Dublin and begin your adventure in Ireland.

Dublin is a popular cheap holiday destination in Ireland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Dublin and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing St Stephen's Green will make your cheap holiday in Ireland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,325 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Dublin. An excellent example is the popular FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,660 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Ireland is PHX Bistro. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful The Vintage Kitchen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 911 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Shouk is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,608 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Dublin we recommend is The Temple Bar Pub, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.

The Brazen Head is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 11,980 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Ireland!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Ireland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Dublin and end your day in the city of Galway, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Dublin is the amazing Dublin Castle. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 31,135 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible National Botanic Gardens. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,536 travelers, a visit to this well-known botanical garden and sightseeing spot in Dublin is likely to make your vacation in Ireland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Dublin is the outstanding Guinness Storehouse. This tourist attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 18,823 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Ireland, drop by the popular Dublin Zoo. This attraction, an amazing zoo, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,522 travelers. As one of the top sights in Dublin, there’s no wonder that the spectacular Dublin Zoo attracts about 1,105,005 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Phoenix Park. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,056 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Ireland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Ireland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Ireland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Ireland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Galway. Galway is another cheap travel destination in Ireland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Ireland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Galway that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Galway is Hooked. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,796 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Galway, Kai Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,177 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Ard Bia at Nimmos. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Galway enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,099 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Galway’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Ireland. For example, you can visit O'Connor's Famous Pub. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,806 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Tigh Chóilí. This popular bar in Galway has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,662 bar-goers.

You can also go to O'Connell's Bar Galway as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular O'Connell's Bar Galway is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,659 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Ireland!

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in Ireland gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Galway and end your day in the city of Kinvarra.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Dublin for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Ireland.

While you’re in Galway, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Eyre Square. The fantastic Eyre Square is a popular square and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,014 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway, a well-known catholic cathedral in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 4,467 travelers.

The top-rated Great Escape Rooms is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 1,150 travelers.

Continue your adventure-filled road trip vacation at the remarkable Spanish Arch. This attraction is an outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,733 visitors.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Galway, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Kinvarra.

Make Dunguaire Castle your first stop. This popular must-see tourist destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,844 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Ireland. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Ireland and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Dublin. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Dublin, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Chapter One Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Dublin. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 849 customers.

Mr Fox is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Mr Fox is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 690 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant, another well-loved restaurant in Dublin. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,719 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Ireland.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Dublin, The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 bar goers.

Porterhouse Temple Bar is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Dublin, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,884 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Light House Cinema, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,744 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Ireland. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Ireland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Ireland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Dublin.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Ireland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Dublin is the remarkable Ha'penny Bridge. This footbridge and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,192 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Dublin, consider a top-rated restaurant like O'Donoghues Bar. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,110 customers.

Lemon Jelly Cafe is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,104 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Dublin and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Ireland!