Cheap 7-Day Ireland Road Trip from Killarney to Dublin

You'll pick up your rental car in Killarney and begin your adventure in Ireland.

Killarney 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 Killarney and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Muckross Abbey will make your cheap holiday in Ireland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating abbey that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,835 visitors.

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 Killarney. An excellent example is the popular Cronins Restaurant. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 950 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Ireland is Bricín Restaurant and Boxty House.

John M. Reidy is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,292 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 Killarney we recommend is Celtic Whiskey Bar & Larder, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 766 customers.

Murphys Bar, Restaurant & Townhouse Killarney is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,665 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Killarney.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Torc Mountain. This incredible attraction is a mountain that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 6,583 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Muckross House. This spectacular house and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 9,269 reviews.

Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Ross Castle has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 7,044 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Ireland more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Khao Asian Street Food is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,191 customers.

Salvadors & Robertinos Killarney is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Killarney. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 980 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Killarney, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Killarney.

The Laurels Pub & Restaurant is a fantastic bar many locals in Killarney recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Porterhouse Restaurant, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,244 customers.

Killarney Brewing Company is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Killarney. Customers have rated the exciting Killarney Brewing Company an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,059 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Ireland!

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Ireland will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

Around 184 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Trinitarian Abbey on this leg of your self-drive tour in Ireland. This attraction is a well-known monastery that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 139 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Irish National Stud & Gardens. This popular site is a valued park in County Kildare and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,113 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Ireland. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Ireland. Make your cheap holiday experience in Ireland more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Dublin offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Ireland. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Dublin offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Ireland.

FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,660 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Dublin is PHX Bistro, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

The Vintage Kitchen offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Dublin. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 911 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Dublin’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Shouk is an excellent example of a great bar in Dublin offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Temple Bar Pub, another of locals’ go-to bars in Dublin. The Temple Bar Pub is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 25,491 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

The Brazen Head is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Dublin. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 11,980 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Ireland with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Ireland!

On day 4 of your road trip adventures in Ireland, you’ll go deep into Dublin, where you'll stay for 2 nights, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Dublin, and meet locals along the way!

Dublin offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Dublin. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,989 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star Marlin Hotel Dublin. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Dublin. Marlin Hotel Dublin has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 10,854 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Dublin should also consider Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre has been rated by 6,645 guests with an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Dublin offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Dublin the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding park, Phoenix Park. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 37,056 visitors.

The famous Dublin Castle is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible top-tier point of interest and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 31,135 visitors.

Dublin is also the home of the extraordinary Molly Malone Statue. Around 11,653 travelers have rated the spectacular Molly Malone Statue an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Book of Kells. With an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from a total of 13,007 reviews, a visit to this wonderful codex and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This fascinating attraction is a must-visit.

Come to Dublin prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Ireland. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Dublin.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Dublin, Chapter One Restaurant. Locals enjoy eating at Chapter One Restaurant for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 849 diners.

Mr Fox serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 690 food lovers.

If you want more options, The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,719 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Dublin? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Dublin after dinner. Locals recommend The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 customers.

Porterhouse Temple Bar is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Ireland. Porterhouse Temple Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,884 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Dublin.

You might also want to cap the night off at Light House Cinema, a fascinating bar that 3,744 customers have rated 4.8 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Ireland!

Day 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Dublin, proving that cheap holidays in Ireland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology. This attraction is a national museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,172 travelers. Every year, the wonderful National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology gets around 370,965 visitors from across the globe.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular St Stephen's Green. This popular place of interest is a stunning park that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,325 visitors.

To make your trip to Dublin more memorable, spend time at the fascinating St Patrick's Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 20,815 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic St Patrick's Cathedral is often mentioned in Ireland road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Guinness Storehouse is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This tourist attraction and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 18,823 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing National Botanic Gardens. More than 15,536 visitors have rated this botanical garden and tourist destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Dublin does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Dublin on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Ireland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Ireland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at O'Donoghues Bar, one of the best restaurants in Dublin. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,110 reviews.

You can also check out Lemon Jelly Cafe. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,104 diners.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Dublin for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,719 customers.

The Stags Head is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit The Celt. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,507 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Dublin.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Dublin!

Day 6 of your self-drive vacation in Ireland gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Killarney 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 Dublin, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Ha'penny Bridge. The fantastic Ha'penny Bridge is a popular footbridge and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,192 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible National Museum of Ireland – Decorative Arts and History, a well-known art museum in the area. Receiving around 313,790 visitors each year, it’s safe to say that this attraction strikes the interest of people all over the world. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 5,264 travelers.

Make Rock of Cashel your first stop. This popular castle among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,334 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 Killarney. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Killarney, 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 Rob's Ranch House Killarney, one of the best restaurants in Killarney. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 881 customers.

Café Du Parc is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Café Du Parc is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 533 diners.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Killarney, Paddy Sheehan The Grand Bar & Niteclub. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 bar goers.

O'Connors Traditional Pub is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Killarney, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 760 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Hannigans Bar, Restaurant & Rooftop Balcony, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 608 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 7 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Killarney.

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 Killarney is the remarkable Killarney National Park. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,542 visitors.

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