21 days in United Kingdom, Ireland & Paris Itinerary

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London, United Kingdom
— 3 nights
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Bath, United Kingdom
— 2 nights
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Buxton, United Kingdom
— 2 nights
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
— 3 nights
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Galway, Ireland
— 3 nights
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Dublin, Ireland
— 2 nights
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Paris, France
— 2 nights
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London, United Kingdom
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London, United Kingdom — 3 nights

The Square Mile

Your list of things to see and do now includes Grant Museum of Zoology, Gods Own Junkyard, Leadenhall Market, and other attractions. Do some cultural sightseeing at National Gallery and Holland Park. There's more to do: steep yourself in history at Westminster Abbey and walk around Kensington Gardens.

To find other places to visit and other tourist information, use the London trip planner.

Charleston, USA to London is an approximately 12-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Charleston to London is 5 hours. Traveling from Charleston in April, expect London to be a bit cooler, temps between 56°F and 40°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to catch the train to Bath.
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Bath, United Kingdom — 2 nights

Queen of English Cities

Your day by day itinerary now includes Castle Combe Village. Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): appreciate the extensive heritage of Castle Combe Village, then look for all kinds of wild species at West of England Falconry, then get engrossed in the history at The Roman Baths, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bath Abbey. On your second day here, explore the historical opulence of Farleigh Hungerford Castle, tour the pleasant surroundings at The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Ebbor Gorge.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Bath tour planner.

Traveling by train from London to Bath takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll set off for Buxton on the 24th (Mon).
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Buxton, United Kingdom — 2 nights

You've added Lud's Church, Devonshire Dome, Solomon's Temple, and other attractions to your itinerary. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Tue): appreciate the views at Chee Dale, Head underground at Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Solomon's Temple, and finally don't miss a visit to Devonshire Dome.

For traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Buxton tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Bath to Buxton in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 54°F, and evening lows to 39°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom — 3 nights

Athens of the North

You've now added National Museum of Scotland to your itinerary. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Greyfriars Kirk and Edinburgh Gin Distillery. Get a sense of the local culture at Holyrood Abbey and Craigmillar Castle. And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Giles' Cathedral, steep yourself in history at Gladstone's Land, take in the dramatic natural features at Arthur's Seat, and see the interesting displays at Museum On The Mound.

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Traveling by car from Buxton to Edinburgh takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In April, daytime highs in Edinburgh are 53°F, while nighttime lows are 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Galway.
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Galway, Ireland — 3 nights

City of the Tribes

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Curraghduff Farm and Burren Nature Sanctuary. Visiting Cliffs of Moher and Burren way will get you outdoors. Change things up with these side-trips from Galway: Aughnanure Castle (in Oughterard) and Lahinch Beach (in Lahinch). There's lots more to do: take an in-depth tour of Athenry Heritage Centre, see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour, and take in nature's colorful creations at Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden.

To see maps, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Galway trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Edinburgh to Galway takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 51°F in April, and nighttime lows around 38°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Dublin.
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Dublin, Ireland — 2 nights

Fair City

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Wed): examine the collection at GPO Museum, then take an in-depth tour of 14 Henrietta Street, then admire the masterpieces at Chester Beatty, and finally wander the streets of Temple Bar. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Kilmainham Gaol Museum, browse the exhibits of Guinness Storehouse, then see the interesting displays at The Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience, and finally examine the collection at National Leprechaun Museum.

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Drive from Galway to Dublin in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Dublin can reach 59°F, while at night they dip to 43°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Paris.
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Paris, France — 2 nights

City of Light

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Fri): examine the collection at Musee Marmottan Monet, admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, then explore and take pictures at Eiffel Tower, and finally get a sense of history and politics at Hotel de Ville. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Sat): step off the mainland to explore Ile Saint-Louis, pause for some serene contemplation at Sainte-Chapelle, wander the streets of Île de la Cité, admire the natural beauty at Jardin des Tuileries, then visit 1st Arrondissement, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chapelle Notre Dame de la Medaille Miraculeuse.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Paris online road trip planner.

Fly from Dublin to Paris in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and car. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Paris when traveling from Dublin in May, with lows around 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sun) to allow enough time to take a train to London.
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London, United Kingdom — 1 night

The Square Mile

You've added Gods Own Junkyard, Leadenhall Market, Highgate Cemetery, and other attractions to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 7th (Sun): explore the landscape on two wheels at WaterWorks Centre & Middlesex Filter Beds, make a trip to Gods Own Junkyard, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Leadenhall Market, and finally examine the collection at Novelty Automation. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the different monuments and memorials at Highgate Cemetery and then look for all kinds of wild species at Hampstead Heath.

To see ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read London trip tool.

You can take a train from Paris to London in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 1 hour. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight 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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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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