6-Day Ireland road trip from Cork to Galway and Dublin

Your road trip adventure in Ireland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Cork. You’ll stay in Cork for 2 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 609 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, Liberty Grill. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,609 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cork is Elbow Lane Brew and Smoke House. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Locals recommend Izz Cafe 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 731 customers.

Cork also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Cork is Sin é. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Cork is The Oliver Plunkett. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 customers.

Locals also enjoy Muskerry Arms Bar and B&B Blarney. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,575 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Ireland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Ireland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Blarney. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Galway. You’ll stay in Galway for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Blarney’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Blarney, start your day with a visit to the amazing Blarney Castle & Gardens. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,638 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Blarney Stone. This stone and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,651 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Blarney has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Galway. Galway 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 Hooked. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,796 reviews.

The remarkable Kai Restaurant is another top restaurant in Galway we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ard Bia at Nimmos is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Galway, the fantastic O'Connor's Famous Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,806 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Tigh Chóilí. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,662 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is O'Connell's Bar Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Ireland!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Ireland. Today, you'll wake up in Galway and embark on a scenic drive to Dublin, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. 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 Eyre Square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,014 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Spanish Arch. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,733 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Powerscourt House & Gardens. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,337 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,660 customers.

Locals also recommend PHX Bistro, another of the best restaurants in Dublin. PHX Bistro is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Vintage Kitchen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 911 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Shouk to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Dublin, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Temple Bar Pub has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.

The Brazen Head is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,980 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!

On day 4 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 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 Roxford Lodge Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,882 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 37,056 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 25,522 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 Guinness Storehouse. This tourist attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 18,823 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible St Stephen's Green. Around 29,325 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.7 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 15,536 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 5 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 Cork. You will stay in Cork for 1 night. 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 best-rated sightseeing destination, Molly Malone Statue. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,653 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dublin is the outstanding Book of Kells. This popular codex and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,007 visitors.

The spectacular Dublin Castle is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 31,135 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic St Patrick's Cathedral. This attraction is a popular anglican or episcopal cathedral that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,815 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 Cork, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Market Lane, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,609 customers.

Locals also recommend The SpitJack Cork as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cork. The SpitJack Cork is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cork is Luigi Malones Cork. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cornstore Cork. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

Alternatively, A Bróg Bar + Kitchen is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Cork. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,592 customers.

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

Day 6 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.

Triskel Arts Centre is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Cork. This venue and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 502 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Cork at Hayfield Manor Hotel before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,427 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork for your last chance at a meal in the city of Cork. The Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,527 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Silver Key Bar and Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,491 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Cork. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Ireland!