12 days in United Kingdom, Dublin & Galway Itinerary

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London, United Kingdom
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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Dublin, Ireland
— 2 nights
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Galway, Ireland
— 2 nights
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
— 3 nights
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London, United Kingdom
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London, United Kingdom — 1 night

The Square Mile

Keep things going the next day: explore the world behind art at National Gallery, then wander the streets of Westminster, and then examine the collection at Lord's Cricket Ground.

For reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the London journey planning tool.

Denver, USA to London is an approximately 12-hour flight. Traveling from Denver to London, you'll lose 7 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Denver in July, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in London: temperatures range from 73°F by day to 56°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can fly to Liverpool.
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Liverpool, United Kingdom — 1 night

Capital of Pop Music

On the 14th (Fri), explore the galleries of Western Approaches HQ Museum - The Battle of the Atlantic Experience, see the interesting displays at British Music Experience, then examine the collection at Quirky Quarter, and finally steep yourself in history at Mendips - John Lennon Home.

To find traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Liverpool driving holiday site.

You can fly from London to Liverpool in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 69°F, and evening lows to 56°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Dublin.
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Dublin, Ireland — 2 nights

Fair City

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): admire the masterpieces at Chester Beatty, take an in-depth tour of Dublinia, then see the interesting displays at The Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience, then examine the collection at GPO Museum, and finally look for gifts at Carrolls Irish Gifts. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the galleries of 14 Henrietta Street, see the interesting displays at Guinness Storehouse, take an in-depth tour of The Jeanie Johnston: An Irish Famine Story, then examine the collection at Windmill Lane Recording Studios, and finally take a stroll through Temple Bar.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Dublin road trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Liverpool to Dublin takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. Traveling from Liverpool in July, Dublin is a bit cooler at night with lows of 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can drive to Galway.
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Galway, Ireland — 2 nights

City of the Tribes

On the 17th (Mon), kick back and relax at Salthill Beaches, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and then hike along The Wormhole. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, steep yourself in history at Monk's Fishing House, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Royal Abbey of Cong, then see the interesting displays at The Quiet Man Museum, and finally view the masterpieces at The Hungry Monk Art and Craft Gallery.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Galway road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Dublin to Galway takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Dublin in July, you will find days in Galway are slightly colder (63°F), and nights are about the same (51°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to fly to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom — 3 nights

Athens of the North

Museum-lovers will appreciate National Galleries Scotland: Portrait and Surgeons' Hall Museums. Get some cultural insight at Edinburgh Castle and Dean Village. Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at Rosslyn Chapel, contemplate the long history of Georgian House, examine the collection at The Chocolatarium, and explore the historical opulence of Craigmillar Castle.

To find other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Edinburgh trip maker website.

You can fly from Galway to Edinburgh in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. In July in Edinburgh, expect temperatures between 66°F during the day and 51°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can catch the flight to London.
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London, United Kingdom — 1 night

The Square Mile

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): grab your bike and head to BrakeAway Bike Tours and then steep yourself in history at Buckingham Palace.

For ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our London day trip planning app.

Traveling by flight from Edinburgh to London takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Edinburgh in July: highs in London hover around 73°F, while lows dip to 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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United Kingdom travel guide

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Home to an impressive 25 World Heritage sites, the United Kingdom, which includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, has hundreds of museums to explore, thousands of parks and gardens to stroll through, and tens of thousands of communities to discover. From Land’s End in the south to John O’Groats in the north, the country is packed with tourist attractions that can fill a range of itineraries. With nearly 30 million tourists visiting every year, the UK is ranked among the top ten holiday destinations in the world. Known for its royalty, this country also represents a diverse patchwork of native and immigrant cultures. Although Britannia no longer rules the waves, it possesses a captivating history and a dynamic modern culture, both of which remain hugely influential on the rest of the world.
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