Luxury 5-Day Ireland Road Trip from Dublin traveling west to Galway and Kilkenny

Your luxury holiday in Ireland begins as soon as you reach the city of Dublin. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Ireland is Dublin - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Dublin.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic St Stephen's Green. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Dublin, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,521 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Dublin. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Dublin.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,660 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Dublin.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Shouk. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

PHX Bistro is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Dublin, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

As your day in Dublin is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Ireland.

Make your way to The Temple Bar Pub. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at The Brazen Head, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars among 11,980 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Ireland and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Ireland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Dublin and the city of Galway. You’ll stay in Galway for 1 night.

Your day starts in Dublin. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Dublin Castle your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 31,463 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible National Botanic Gardens. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,718 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this botanical garden and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Guinness Storehouse. This tourist attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,154 visitors.

When you’re finished at the zoo, the perfect next stop is the popular Dublin Zoo. This spectacular zoo and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 25,663 reviews. Dublin Zoo attracts about 1,105,005 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Phoenix Park. This park is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 37,298 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Dublin by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Ireland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Ireland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Dublin today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Galway, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hooked, one of the best restaurants in Galway. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend O'Connell's Bar Galway as one of their top choices in the city. O'Connell's Bar Galway is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Galway is Kai Restaurant. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Tigh Chóilí is one of the best bars you can visit in Galway tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,662 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Caribou. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 979 customers.

Alternatively, try A Púcán. A Púcán is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,188 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Ireland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 3 of your luxury holiday in Ireland, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Galway and the city of Bunratty. You’ll stay in Kilkenny for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Eyre Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,114 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,556 reviews.

The wonderful Spanish Arch is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Galway. This well-known attraction, and spectacular top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,753 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Galway is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Ireland. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Ireland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Bunratty.

Make your way to the incredible Bunratty Castle & Folk Park in Bunratty for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,442 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Kilkenny.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Ireland, we recommend you try Petronella Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Kilkenny. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 640 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Butcher Restaurant as one of the top restaurants in the city. Butcher Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Kilkenny is Matt The Millers Bar & Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,409 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Tynans Bridge House Bar. This bar is considered one of the best in Kilkenny and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kytelers Inn. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,411 customers.

Alternatively, go to Paris Texas Bar and Restaurant. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Kilkenny and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,225 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Ireland awaits!

Get ready for day 4 of your luxury vacation in Ireland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Kilkenny and Enniskerry. You’ll stay in Dublin for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Kilkenny, the incredible Kilkenny Castle. This popular attraction is a schloss country house museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,458 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Kilkenny Castle, an outstanding schloss country house museum in Kilkenny. Around 10,743 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Ireland. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Kilkenny.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Enniskerry.

Make your way to the incredible Powerscourt House & Gardens for some unforgettable sightseeing in Enniskerry. This popular attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,458 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Dublin. Luxury hotels in Dublin offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Dublin.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Dublin, The Vintage Kitchen. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 911 reviews.

Locals also recommend Chapter One Restaurant as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Dublin. The Chapter One Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 849 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Mr Fox. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 690 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Dublin's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Porterhouse Temple Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,884 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Light House Cinema. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Light House Cinema has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,744 customers.

Alternatively, go to The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,719 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Ireland with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in Ireland and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Dublin before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Ireland by heading out to the stunning Ha'penny Bridge. This extraordinary footbridge and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 13,278 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Dublin.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Dublin, check out the menu at The Stags Head. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is The Celt. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,507 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try O'Donoghues Bar. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,110 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Dublin and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Ireland in your luggage!