45 days in Ireland Itinerary

A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.

Bring the kids along to Guinness Storehouse and St Stephens Green. Spend the 18th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Kilmainham Gaol Museum, wander the streets of Temple Bar, steep yourself in history at Saint Patrick's Cathedral, and stroll around Phoenix Park.

For ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Dublin online vacation planner.

Berlin, Germany to Dublin is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time is minus 1 hour. July in Dublin sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to drive to Galway.

A major hub for visitors exploring Ireland's western regions, Galway serves as a city of art and culture, renowned for its vibrant lifestyle and numerous festivals.

Kids will enjoy Dolphinwatch and Aillwee Cave. Explore Galway's surroundings by going to Fanore Beach (in Fanore), Ballyvaughan (Caher Bridge Garden & Burren Birds of Prey Centre) and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (in Bunratty). Spend the 21st (Fri) exploring nature at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. And it doesn't end there: surround yourself with nature on Ireland's School of Falconry, walk around Eyre Square, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Galway Atlantaquaria, and indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour.

To find maps, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Galway trip itinerary tool.

Getting from Dublin to Galway by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Dublin, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Galway, ranging from highs of 20°C to lows of 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Westport.

Renowned for its Georgian architecture, Westport sits in the shadows of Croagh Patrick, considered the holiest mountain in Ireland.

Family-friendly places like The Lost Valley and Carrowholly Stables & Trekking Centre will thrill your kids. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Westport: Belleek Castle Museum (in Ballina), Keem Bay (in Dooagh) and Atlantic Drive (in Achill Sound). Pack the 29th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at The Pirate Adventure Park at Westport House. There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Michael Davitt Museum, step into the grandiose world of Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, take in nature's colorful creations at Westport House, and explore the landscape on two wheels at The Great Western Greenway.

For traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Westport trip planner.

Drive from Galway to Westport in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can travel to Inishmore.

Inishmore represents the largest of the Aran Islands and has a strong commitment to maintaining the Irish language, culture, and ancient attractions.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Dun Duchathair and Kilmurvey Beach. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Dun Aonghasa, discover the deep blue sea with Dive Academy - Scuba Diving School, delve into the distant past at Dun Eoghanachta, and don't miss a visit to Teampall Chiarain.

For traveler tips, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read Inishmore driving holiday planning app.

You can do a combination of taxi and ferry from Westport to Inishmore in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, taxi, and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in July, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can travel to Liscannor.

Liscannor is a coastal village in County Clare, Ireland.GeographyLying on the west coast of Ireland, on Liscannor Bay, the village is located on the R478 road between Lahinch, to the east, and Doolin, to the north. On the 2nd (Wed), get great views at Cliffs of Moher, walk around Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark, and then play a few rounds at Lahinch Golf Club. On the next day, go for a walk through Kilkee Cliff Walk, then step off the mainland to explore Scattery Island, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Lahinch Beach.

To find reviews, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Liscannor trip itinerary site.

Traveling by combination of ferry and bus from Inishmore to Liscannor takes 3.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) early enough to travel to Dingle.

Located on Ireland's western coastline, Dingle sits between scenic mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.

Attractions like Slea Head Drive and Skellig Michael make great kid-friendly stops. Next up on the itinerary: get outside with Dingle Peninsula, enjoy the sand and surf at Inch Beach, take in panoramic vistas at Eask Tower, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Dingle Oceanworld.

For maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, use the Dingle itinerary planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Liscannor to Dingle. August in Dingle sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can drive to Killarney.

Continuously inhabited since the Neolithic period, Killarney draws visitors with its picturesque natural scenery, fine restaurants, and traditional pubs.

Family-friendly places like Killarney National Park and Muckross House will thrill your kids. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Killarney: Beara Way (in Glengarriff), Uragh Stone Circle (in Tuosist) and Kenmare (Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm, Norman McCloskey Photography, &more). There's lots more to do: stroll through Derrynane Beach, play a few rounds at Waterville Golf Links, don't miss a visit to Staigue Fort, and experience rural life at Kennedy's Pet Farm.

To see ratings, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Killarney online trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Dingle to Killarney in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In August in Killarney, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to drive to Cork.

One of the country's major artistic and cultural centers, famed for its many annual festivals, Cork straddles the Lee River and boasts over 30 bridges.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Blarney Castle & Gardens and The Donkey Sanctuary. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cork: Birds of Prey Educational Centre (in Midleton) and Cobh (Spike Island & Eire Bass). The adventure continues: admire the natural beauty at Glenview Gardens & Fairy Trail, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Holy Trinity Church, get engrossed in the history at Nano Nagle Place, and look for all kinds of wild species at Fota Wildlife Park.

For traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Cork trip itinerary maker site.

You can drive from Killarney to Cork in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can drive to Wexford.

Wexford is the county town of County Wexford, Ireland. Bring the kids along to Curracloe Beach and Seal Rescue Ireland. Change things up with these side-trips from Wexford: Gorey (The Gaslamp Gallery & Kia Ora Mini Farm), Colclough Walled Garden (in Saltmills) and Ferns Castle (in Ferns). And it doesn't end there: take in nature's colorful creations at Wells House & Gardens, stroll around Irish National Heritage Park, step off the mainland to explore Saltee Islands, and admire the striking features of Tintern Abbey.

To see maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Wexford trip planning tool.

You can drive from Cork to Wexford in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. August in Wexford sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can drive to Kilkenny.

The country's smallest city in terms of population, Kilkenny boasts a rich cultural heritage and diverse tourist attractions that include well-preserved medieval architecture, exciting nightlife, a vibrant culinary scene, and abundant shopping opportunities.

Kids will enjoy Kilkenny Castle and Kells Priory. Explore Kilkenny's surroundings by going to Mayfield Birds of Prey (in Kilmacthomas) and Waterford (Waterford Greenway & Coumshingaun Lough). The adventure continues: head outdoors with Hawkeye School of Falconry, walk around Castlecomer Discovery Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, and get engrossed in the history at Rothe House and Garden.

To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Kilkenny day trip site.

Getting from Wexford to Kilkenny by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.