7 days in West Cork, Dingle & Galway Itinerary

Located at the estuary of the Brandon River, the historical fishing town of Kinsale nestles against hills that act as a natural shield against the open sea.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Tue): take an in-depth tour of Kinsale Regional Museum, stop by Stone Mad Gallery, then tee off at Old Head Golf Links, and finally take an in-depth tour of Old Head Signal Tower and Lusitania Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of James Fort, then sample the fine beverages at Kinsale Mead Co, and then contemplate the long history of Charles Fort.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Kinsale travel itinerary planner.

London, UK to Kinsale is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from London in August, expect nights in Kinsale to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) so you can drive to Bantry.

Bantry is a town in the civil parish of Kilmocomoge in the barony of Bantry on the coast of West County Cork, Ireland. Start off your visit on the 18th (Thu): admire the striking features of Bantry House & Garden, then look for all kinds of wild species at Garinish Island, and then admire the natural beauty at The Ewe Experience.

For ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Bantry attractions website.

Getting from Kinsale to Bantry by car takes about 1.5 hours. In August in Bantry, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Dingle.

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

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Fri): admire nature's wide array of creatures at Dingle Oceanworld, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Conor Pass.

To find photos, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, use the Dingle trip itinerary website.

Traveling by car from Bantry to Dingle takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In August, daily temperatures in Dingle can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to go by car 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.

Explore Galway's surroundings by going to The Burren Smokehouse, (in Lisdoonvarna), Cliffs of Moher (in Liscannor) and Scattery Island (in Kilrush). Spend the 21st (Sun) exploring nature at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, explore the ancient world of Tyrone House, and don't miss a visit to Quay Street.

To see more things to do, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Galway itinerary website.

You can drive from Dingle to Galway in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and taxi; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in August, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.