Cheap 7-Day Ireland Road Trip from Killarney traveling east to Limerick and Dublin

Your exciting road trip through Ireland starts when you reach the incredible city of Killarney, where you'll stay for 2 nights. 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 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 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. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 626 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

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!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Ireland, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is an abbey that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,835 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Muckross House.

This park has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,542 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Ireland, drop by the popular Torc Mountain. This attraction, an amazing mountain, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,583 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Ross Castle. This castle is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,044 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Ireland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Ireland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Ireland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Ireland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Limerick. Limerick is another cheap travel destination in Ireland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Ireland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Limerick that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Limerick is Cornstore Limerick. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,389 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Limerick, Taikichi is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,017 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Hamptons Grill. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Limerick enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 979 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Limerick’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Ireland. For example, you can visit Nancy Blakes. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,535 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Marco Polo. This popular bar in Limerick has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,242 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Ireland!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Ireland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Ennis and end your day in the city of Dublin, where you'll stay for 3 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Ennis is the amazing King John's Castle. This travel destination is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,569 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible The Milk Market. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,646 travelers, a visit to this well-known building and sightseeing spot in Ennis is likely to make your vacation in Ireland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Ennis is the outstanding Arthur's Quay Park. This park has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,203 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Ireland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Ireland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Ireland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Ireland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Dublin. Dublin is another cheap travel destination in Ireland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Ireland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Dublin that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Dublin is FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,660 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Dublin, PHX Bistro is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,038 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is The Vintage Kitchen. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Dublin enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 911 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Dublin’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Ireland. For example, you can visit Shouk. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Temple Bar Pub. This popular bar in Dublin has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,491 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Brazen Head as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Brazen Head is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 11,980 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday 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 Book of Kells is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible codex and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,007 visitors.

Dublin is also the home of the extraordinary National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology. This site is a stunning national museum that gets more than 370,965 visitors on an annual basis. Around 12,172 travelers have rated the spectacular National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Ha'penny Bridge. This attraction is a footbridge that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,192 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Guinness Storehouse. This popular place of interest is a stunning tourist attraction that boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 18,823 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 Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This anglican or episcopal cathedral and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 9,428 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.

The fantastic Kilkenny Castle is a popular schloss country house museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,609 travelers.

Make Blarney Castle & Gardens your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,638 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Cork is the outstanding Regional Park Ballincollig. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,109 visitors, this remarkable park and attraction deserves a spot on your Ireland travel bucket list.

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 Khao Asian Street Food, one of the best restaurants in Killarney. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,191 customers.

Salvadors & Robertinos Killarney is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Salvadors & Robertinos Killarney is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 980 diners.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Killarney, The Laurels Pub & Restaurant. 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,544 bar goers.

Porterhouse Restaurant 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 1,244 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Killarney Brewing Company, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 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.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Killarney, consider a top-rated restaurant like Rob's Ranch House Killarney. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 881 customers.

Café Du Parc 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 4.4 out of 5 stars from 533 customers.

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!