11 days in Ireland & Belfast Itinerary

A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.

On the 3rd (Fri), see the interesting displays at The Jeanie Johnston: An Irish Famine Story, get engrossed in the history at 14 Henrietta Street, then steep yourself in history at Guinness Storehouse, and finally see the interesting displays at Kilmainham Gaol Museum.

To find maps, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, read Dublin holiday planner.

Philadelphia, USA to Dublin is an approximately 10-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Philadelphia to Dublin is 5 hours. In March, daytime highs in Dublin are 48°F, while nighttime lows are 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Belfast.

A city with character, Belfast remains a great place for a leisurely exploration, as it is still relatively undiscovered by foreign tourists, who usually opt to visit Dublin instead.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Museum of Orange Heritage - Schomberg House, examine the collection at Irish FA Tours, then take in the awesome beauty at Black Mountain, and finally hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Malachy's Church, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then take an in-depth tour of Ulster Museum, and finally don't miss a visit to Samson & Goliath cranes.

For traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Belfast online day trip planner.

Drive from Dublin to Belfast in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 48°F, and evening lows to 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Donegal Town.

Its rugged setting and friendly locals make Donegal a popular destination along Ireland's coast.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Mon): look for gifts at Hanna Hats of Donegal, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Ireland, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Sacred Heart, and finally don't miss a visit to Barnesmore Gap. On your second day here, let the kids burn off some steam at Dizzy's Den, then experience rural life at Campview Farm, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Rossnowlagh Beach.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Donegal Town online tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Belfast to Donegal Town in 2.5 hours. In March, daytime highs in Donegal Town are 50°F, while nighttime lows are 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to drive to Galway.

A major hub for visitors exploring Ireland's western regions, Galway serves as a city of art and culture, renowned for its vibrant lifestyle and numerous festivals.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Wed): get to know the fascinating history of Riverside Walk, then learn insider's secrets on a distillery tour, then admire the natural beauty at Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden, and finally take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback. Here are some ideas for day two: look for all kinds of wild species at Curraghduff Farm, stop by The Quiet Cailin Studios, then steep yourself in history at Monk's Fishing House, then don't miss a visit to Statue of John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, and finally make a trip to Bog Oak Sculpture.

To find where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Galway day trip planning app.

Getting from Donegal Town to Galway by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Galway when traveling from Donegal Town in March, with lows around 36°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can drive to Dublin.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Fri): take a stroll through Temple Bar, walk around St Stephens Green, then make a trip to Merrion Square, and finally pause for some photo ops at The Famine Sculptures. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the striking features of Christ Church Cathedral, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Teeling Whiskey Distillery, then examine the collection at Bram Stoker's Castle Dracula Dublin, and finally explore the striking landscape at Howth Hills.

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Drive from Galway to Dublin in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.