5-Day Ireland road trip Starting from Killarney to Kilkenny

Your road trip adventure in Ireland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Killarney. You’ll stay in Killarney for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

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.

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 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.

Locals recommend Muckross House as one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,269 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 5-day vacation in Ireland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Killarney has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Killarney 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 Killarney. 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 like the extraordinary Torc Mountain. This attraction is a mountain and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,583 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Killarney is the spectacular Muckross House. This attraction is a house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,269 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Ross Castle. This castle has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,044 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Killarney.

Your discovery of Killarney does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Killarney 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 Ladies' View Gift Store Cafe Bar & Roof Terrace, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,115 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Killarney is the popular Khao Asian Street Food. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Killarney is Salvadors & Robertinos Killarney. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 980 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Laurels Pub & Restaurant is one of the best bars in the city of Killarney for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

Porterhouse Restaurant is another of the most popular bars in the city of Killarney. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,244 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Killarney is Killarney Brewing Company. Killarney Brewing Company has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Blarney and the city of Ballincollig. You’ll stay in Kilkenny for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Blarney today is Blarney Castle & Gardens. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,638 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Blarney Stone, an outstanding stone, in the town of Blarney. Around 4,651 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 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 town, 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 in the city of Ballincollig. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,109 visitors.

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!

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 Kilkenny. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Killarney. You’ll stay in Killarney for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kilkenny’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kilkenny, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kilkenny Castle. This much-appreciated schloss country house museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,609 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kilkenny Castle. This schloss country house museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,284 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular St Canice's Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across Ireland. The spectacular St Canice's Cathedral is a church that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,013 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Kilkenny has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Killarney. Killarney 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 Rob's Ranch House Killarney. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 881 reviews.

The remarkable Café Du Parc is another top restaurant in Killarney we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Killarney, the fantastic Paddy Sheehan The Grand Bar & Niteclub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful O'Connors Traditional Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Hannigans Bar, Restaurant & Rooftop Balcony. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 608 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Ireland!

Day 5 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!