12 days in Doolin & Galway Itinerary

Venture out of the city with trips to Bishop's Quarter (in Ballyvaughan), Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (in Bunratty) and Scattery Island (in Kilrush). Spend the 5th (Fri) among the memorable landscape of The Burren. And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic natural features at Cliffs of Moher, identify plant and animal life at Burren Birds of Prey Centre, explore the striking landscape of Burren National Park, and hike along Clare Coastal Walk Project.

To find reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Doolin itinerary builder website.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport and Cork Airport. In May in Doolin, expect temperatures between 60°F during the day and 46°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can go by car to Galway.

Get out of town with these interesting Galway side-trips: Killary Sheep Farm (in Leenane), Ireland's School of Falconry (in Cong) and Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden (in Kylemore). Spend the 6th (Sat) exploring nature at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. There's still lots to do: take a memorable drive along Wild Atlantic Way, don't miss a visit to Eyre Square, take in the awesome beauty at Croagh Patrick, and get engrossed in the history at Galway City Museum.

To find where to stay, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read Galway online trip maker.

Traveling by car from Doolin to Galway takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Galway are 57°F, while nighttime lows are 44°F.