26 days in Ireland's West Coast Itinerary

Change things up with these side-trips from Galway: Ballyvaughan (Burren Exposure, Aillwee Cave, &more), Quin (Castlefergus Equestrian & Quin Abbey) and Ennis (The Woollen Market & Daniel O'Connell Monument). Spend the 30th (Sun) exploring nature at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Quay Street, snap pictures at The Spanish Arch, pause for some photo ops at Galway City Museum, and admire the striking features of Galway Cathedral.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, use the Galway route maker app.

Sydney, Australia to Galway is an approximately 29-hour combination of flight and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 10 hours traveling from Sydney to Galway. Traveling from Sydney in April, expect Galway to be much colder, temps between 12°C and 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Wed) so you can drive to Leenane.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Thu): relax and rejuvenate at Connemara Seaweed Baths, then experience rural life at Killary Sheep Farm, then take in nature's colorful creations at Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, and finally explore the striking landscape at Diamond Hill. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Fri): explore the activities along Killary Fjord, stroll through Lettergesh Beach, and then stroll through The Lost Valley.

To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Leenane trip planner.

Traveling by car from Galway to Leenane takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In May in Leenane, expect temperatures between 16°C during the day and 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Fri) so you can drive to Achill Island.

On the 6th (Sat), take a memorable drive along Atlantic Drive, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Keem Bay.

To see reviews, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Achill Island trip planner.

Traveling by car from Leenane to Achill Island takes 1.5 hours. In May in Achill Island, expect temperatures between 16°C during the day and 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can travel to Inishmore.

Inishmore is known for historic sites, outdoors, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see some colorful creatures with Dive Academy - Scuba Diving School, stop by Lia Arann, make a trip to Teampall Bhean'in, and delve into the distant past at Dun Eoghanachta.

To find other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read Inishmore travel route builder tool.

Do a combination of car and ferry from Achill Island to Inishmore in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, taxi, and ferry. In May in Inishmore, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Liscannor.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): take some stellar pictures from Cliffs of Moher, stroll through Hag's Head, stop by Donogh O'Loghlin, then kick back and relax at Lahinch Beach, and finally relax and rejuvenate at Lahinch Yoga Studio.

To find more things to do, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Liscannor day trip website.

Traveling by combination of ferry and bus from Inishmore to Liscannor takes 3.5 hours. May in Liscannor sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to drive to Kinsale.

Kinsale is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Charles Fort, take in nature's colorful creations at Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance, look for gifts at Giles Norman Photography, and brush up on your military savvy at Irish Veterans Museum.

To find reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Kinsale trip itinerary planning website.

Getting from Liscannor to Kinsale by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In May, daily temperatures in Kinsale can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to drive to Killarney.

Change things up with these side-trips from Killarney: Blarney (Blarney Stone, Blarney Castle & Gardens, &more). Spend the 15th (Mon) exploring nature at Killarney National Park. The adventure continues: go for a walk through Muckross House, identify plant and animal life at Killarney Falconry, appreciate the views at Gap of Dunloe, and see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Killarney online attractions planner.

Getting from Kinsale to Killarney by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Dingle.

Take a break from Dingle with a short trip to Skellig Ring Scenic Drive in Portmagee, about 1h 35 min away. And it doesn't end there: see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, don't miss a visit to Fahan BeeHive Huts, take in panoramic vistas at Eask Tower, and stop by Holden Leathergoods.

Start your trip to Dingle by creating a personalized itinerary on Klarna Trips.

Traveling by car from Killarney to Dingle takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In May, daily temperatures in Dingle can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can fly back home.