12 days in Dublin, Galway & Killarney 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.

Dublin is known for museums, nightlife, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: examine the collection at Guinness Storehouse, stop by Temple Bar, walk around St Stephens Green, and brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Jameson Distillery Bow St..

For ratings, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Dublin trip planner.

Quebec City, Canada to Dublin is an approximately 13- hour combination of bus and flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Quebec City to Dublin due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Quebec City in June, expect Dublin to be little chillier, temps between 20°C and 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) 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 the numerous day-trip ideas around Galway: Cliffs of Moher (in Liscannor), Aillwee Cave (in Ballyvaughan) and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (in Bunratty). It doesn't end there: explore the striking landscape of Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre and get in touch with nature with Hillwalk Tours.

For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Galway online holiday planner.

Drive from Dublin to Galway in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June in Galway, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to go by car to Killarney.

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

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): explore the striking landscape of Killarney National Park. Here are some ideas for day two: appreciate the views at Gap of Dunloe, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Muckross Abbey, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Muckross House.

To see more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Killarney vacation builder tool.

You can drive from Galway to Killarney in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in June, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.