9-Day Ireland road trip from Killarney to Kilkenny, Dublin, and Galway

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 9-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 Killarney House and Gardens. This park has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 398 visitors.

Ross Castle is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This castle is a popular destination among visitors in Killarney. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,044 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

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 through Ireland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Blarney and the city of Ballincollig. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Blarney is the amazing Blarney Castle & Gardens. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,638 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Blarney Stone. This stone and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,651 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Blarney is another excellent way to spend your new day in Ireland. 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 Regional Park Ballincollig in the city of Ballincollig for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,109 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kilkenny.

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

Locals also 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 Tynans Bridge House Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kilkenny. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks 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.

Alternatively, Kytelers Inn is one of the best bars 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.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Ireland. Today, you'll wake up in Kilkenny 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 Kilkenny 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 Kilkenny. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kilkenny Castle. This attraction is a schloss country house museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,284 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Kilkenny Castle. This attraction, a beloved schloss country house museum, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,609 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Marlay Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,055 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 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 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 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 top-tier point of interest, 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 Dublin Zoo is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,522 visitors. In addition, approximately 1,105,005 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Phoenix Park. This attraction is a popular park that 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 Hooked, one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Locals also recommend Kai Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. Kai Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Galway is Ard Bia at Nimmos. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,099 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!

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Galway has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Galway 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 Galway. 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 in the city of Galway, like the extraordinary Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,467 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Galway is the spectacular Great Escape Rooms. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,150 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Eyre Square. This square has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,014 visitors.

Galway City Museum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This city museum is a popular destination among visitors in Galway. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,211 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 161,558 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Spanish Arch. Spanish Arch is a best-rated sightseeing destination and popular attraction in Galway. More than 5,733 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Galway does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Galway 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 The Quay Street Kitchen, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Galway is Scotty's Burgers & Wings, Galway, Ireland. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Caribou is one of the best bars in the city of Galway for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.

An Púcán is another of the most popular bars in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,188 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Galway is The Front Door Pub. The Front Door Pub has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,692 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bunratty and the city of Limerick. You’ll stay in Killarney for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Bunratty today is Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,299 visitors.

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 village, 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 King John's Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Limerick. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,569 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Killarney.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney, Rob's Ranch House Killarney. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 881 customers.

Locals recommend Café Du Parc as one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney. Café Du Parc is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Killarney, Paddy Sheehan The Grand Bar & Niteclub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like O'Connors Traditional Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Hannigans Bar, Restaurant & Rooftop Balcony is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Killarney. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 608 customers.

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

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!