Cheap 3-Day Ireland Road Trip in Cork

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

Cork 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 Cork and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing St Patrick's Bridge will make your cheap holiday in Ireland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating bridge that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 609 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 Cork. An excellent example is the popular Liberty Grill. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,609 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Ireland is Elbow Lane Brew and Smoke House. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 792 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 Izz Cafe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 731 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Sin é is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,654 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 Cork we recommend is The Oliver Plunkett, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,192 customers.

Muskerry Arms Bar and B&B Blarney is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,575 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!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Blarney, proving that cheap holidays in Ireland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Blarney Castle & Gardens. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,638 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Blarney Stone. This popular place of interest is a stunning stone that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,651 visitors.

Your discovery of Blarney does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Blarney 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 Market Lane, one of the best restaurants in Cork. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,609 reviews.

You can also check out The SpitJack Cork. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,934 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Luigi Malones Cork. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,073 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Cork.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Cork for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,534 customers.

Cornstore Cork 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit A Bróg Bar + Kitchen. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,592 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Cork.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Ireland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 3 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Cork.

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 Cork is the remarkable Triskel Arts Centre. This venue and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 502 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Cork, consider a top-rated restaurant like Hayfield Manor Hotel. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,427 customers.

Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,527 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Silver Key Bar and Restaurant. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,491 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Ireland and your fun memories in Cork.

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