9 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.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): take in the architecture and design of Trinity College Dublin, then take an in-depth tour of The Little Museum of Dublin, and then wander the streets of Temple Bar. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Mon): sample the fine beverages at Jameson Distillery Bow St. and then stroll the grounds of Glasnevin Cemetery Museum.

To see more things to do and more tourist information, you can read our Dublin driving holiday tool.

Vancouver, Canada to Dublin is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. You'll lose 8 hours traveling from Vancouver to Dublin due to the time zone difference. In October in Dublin, expect temperatures between 16°C during the day and 8°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Clifden.

The town of Clifden represents a beloved Victorian style and is known for its position along County Galway's coast.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Dog's Bay Beach and Renvyle Beach. And it doesn't end there: stop by O`Dalaigh Jewellers, admire the natural beauty at Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, pick up some new knowledge with Connemara Blue, and play a few rounds at Connemara Championship Golf Links.

For maps, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Clifden road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Dublin to Clifden takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Dingle.

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

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): relax and rejuvenate at WK Fitness, make a trip to The Dillon Gallery Paintings by Honora O'Neill, and then tee off at Ceann Sibeal (Dingle) Golf Club. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Sat): stroll through Coumeenoole Beach and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ballinskelligs Beach.

For where to stay, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Dingle visit planner.

You can drive from Clifden to Dingle in 4.5 hours. In October, daytime highs in Dingle are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.