15 days in London, Paris & Ireland Itinerary

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London, United Kingdom
— 4 nights
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Paris, France
— 3 nights
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Dublin, Ireland
— 3 nights
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Doolin, Ireland
— 1 night
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Kilkenny, Ireland
— 2 nights
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London, United Kingdom
— 1 night
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London, United Kingdom — 4 nights

The Square Mile

Discover out-of-the-way places like Tulleys Farm and Westminster. Change things up with these side-trips from London: Room Escape Games (in Reading) and Plaw Hatch Farm (in West Grinstead). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Sir John Soane's Museum, take in panoramic vistas at Tower Bridge, stop by Fortnum & Mason, and pause for some serene contemplation at St. Paul's Cathedral.

To see photos, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read London trip itinerary website.

New York City, USA to London is an approximately 11-hour flight. Traveling from New York City to London, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. In December, daily temperatures in London can reach 50°F, while at night they dip to 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) to allow enough time to take a train to Paris.
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Paris, France — 3 nights

City of Light

Discover out-of-the-way places like Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte and Chapelle Notre Dame de la Medaille Miraculeuse. Go for a jaunt from Paris to Meaux to see Musee de la Grande Guerre about 54 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, don't miss a visit to Place des Vosges, steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, and head off the coast to Île de la Cité.

To find maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Paris trip itinerary planning tool.

You can take a train from London to Paris in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of car and train. Traveling from London to Paris, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In December, daytime highs in Paris are 47°F, while nighttime lows are 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Dublin.
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Dublin, Ireland — 3 nights

Fair City

Explore hidden gems such as Phoenix Park and 14 Henrietta Street. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Dublin: Howth (Howth Head & Beer Tastings & Tours). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Guinness Storehouse, appreciate the history behind The Famine Sculptures, admire the landmark architecture of Trinity College Dublin, and browse the exhibits of Kilmainham Gaol Museum.

To see where to stay, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Dublin online itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Paris to Dublin takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time is minus 1 hour. In December, daily temperatures in Dublin can reach 48°F, while at night they dip to 38°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can go by car to Doolin.
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Doolin, Ireland — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Tue): get great views at Cliffs of Moher, go for a walk through Beauty Of The Burren Walks, steep yourself in history at Poulnabrone Dolmen, sample some tasty brews at Ollie's Tours - Doolin, then soothe aching muscles at Lahinch Yoga Studio, and finally stop by Donogh O'Loghlin.

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Traveling by car from Dublin to Doolin takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Doolin are 48°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Kilkenny.
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Kilkenny, Ireland — 2 nights

Marble City

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Wed): look for all kinds of wild species at Mayfield Birds of Prey, enjoy breathtaking views from The Clock Tower, examine the collection at Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum, then explore the world behind art at Ros Tapestry Exhibition Center, then step aboard Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Woodstock House and Gardens. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at Kilkenny Castle, explore the world behind art at Butler Gallery, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Black Abbey, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, then sample the tasty concoctions at Smithwick's Experience, and finally go for a walk through Heywood Gardens.

To see where to stay, maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Kilkenny attractions planning website.

Getting from Doolin to Kilkenny by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Kilkenny are 47°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to London.
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London, United Kingdom — 1 night

The Square Mile

Start off your visit on the 5th (Fri): see the interesting displays at The Musical Museum, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, then stop by The Courtauld Gallery, then admire the landmark architecture of Somerset House, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms. On your second day here, take in the views from Millennium Bridge, get advice or help at British Library, and then make a trip to Buckingham Palace.

To see more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the London tour itinerary planner.

Fly from Kilkenny to London in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can fly back home.
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Ireland travel guide

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Emerald Isle
Gentle green hills, Guinness, leprechauns, and friendly folks characterize this small isle of a country. From the busy big city of Dublin to cozy countryside, the emerald isle harbors a varied natural landscape and is steeped in tradition. Visitors can immerse themselves in the native Irish language by visiting a Gaeltacht, or Irish-speaking region of the country, where traditional culture thrives. The Irish are known for being open and welcoming: from the moment you land to the moment you leave, you'll be greeted with "cead mile failte"--a hundred thousand welcomes.
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