12 days in Ireland & Northern 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.

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Tulsa, USA to Dublin is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Tulsa to Dublin is 6 hours. In March, Dublin is slightly colder than Tulsa - with highs of 48°F and lows of 35°F. You'll have a few hours on the 11th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Belfast.

A city with character, Belfast remains a great place for a leisurely exploration, as it is still relatively undiscovered by foreign tourists, who usually opt to visit Dublin instead.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Crumlin Road Gaol, Belfast Famous Black Taxi Tours and The Searcher, CS Lewis Wardrobe Statue. Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): examine the collection at Titanic Belfast and then pause for some photo ops at The Searcher, CS Lewis Wardrobe Statue.

To see maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Belfast sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Dublin to Belfast takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, daytime highs in Belfast are 48°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Bushmills.

Bushmills is a village on the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The Dark Hedges has been added to your itinerary. On the 12th (Sun), take in the pleasant sights at The Dark Hedges, snap pictures at Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Giant's Causeway.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Bushmills online vacation planner.

Drive from Belfast to Bushmills in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. March in Bushmills sees daily highs of 50°F and lows of 41°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can drive to Derry.

Ancient yet modern, Derry has a photogenic location on the River Foyle and features a series of historic defensive walls that are the most complete in Ireland.

Walled city Londonderry has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 12th (Sun): don't miss a visit to Walled city Londonderry.

For reviews, maps, and other tourist information, use the Derry travel planner.

You can drive from Bushmills to Derry in an hour. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Derry can reach 49°F, while at night they dip to 41°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can travel to Claregalway.

Baile Chláir or Baile Chláir na Gaillimhe is a Gaeltacht village about 10 km north of Galway in County Galway, Ireland. For traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Claregalway vacation planner.

Explore your travel options from Derry to Claregalway with the Route module. Traveling from Derry in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Claregalway, with lows of 36°F. On the 13th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off 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. To see other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Liscannor route tool.

Traveling by car from Claregalway to Liscannor takes 1.5 hours. In March, daily temperatures in Liscannor can reach 51°F, while at night they dip to 39°F. You will leave for Midleton on the 13th (Mon).

Midleton, is a town in south-eastern County Cork, Ireland. For other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Midleton driving holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Liscannor to Midleton takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March in Midleton, expect temperatures between 49°F during the day and 38°F at night. You'll set off for Cork on the 13th (Mon).

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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes The English Market, Blarney Castle & Gardens and St. Anne's Church. Start off your visit on the 13th (Mon): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Anne's Church and then browse the eclectic array of goods at The English Market.

To find maps, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Cork online attractions planner.

Cork is just a stone's throw from Midleton. In March, plan for daily highs up to 48°F, and evening lows to 37°F. You will have some time to spend on the 14th (Tue) before leaving for Cashel.

A tiny settlement rich in history, Cashel maintains the old-fashioned charm of a small market town.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Tue): step into the grandiose world of Rock of Cashel.

To see more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Cashel day trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Cork to Cashel takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus; or take a bus. In March in Cashel, expect temperatures between 50°F during the day and 40°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) so you can drive to Dublin.

For photos, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, use the Dublin journey app.

You can drive from Cashel to Dublin in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Dublin when traveling from Cashel in March, with lows around 35°F. You'll have a few hours on the 15th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Vale of Glendalough.

If you're seeking a view of Ireland's sweeping scenery, visit the rugged and romantic Vale of Glendalough, a glacial valley known for its medieval monastic settlement.

Glendalough Cathedral has been added to your itinerary. On the 15th (Wed), explore the striking landscape of Wicklow Mountains National Park, then admire the landmark architecture of Glendalough Cathedral, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Powerscourt Waterfall.

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Drive from Dublin to Vale of Glendalough in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March in Vale of Glendalough, expect temperatures between 49°F during the day and 36°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Dublin.

You've added The Hungry Tree, Ha'penny Bridge, National Gallery of Ireland, and other attractions to your itinerary. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Thu): admire the striking features of Trinity College Dublin, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Christ Church Cathedral, then admire the landmark architecture of Saint Patrick's Cathedral, then don't miss a visit to Merrion Square, and finally take an in-depth tour of National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology.

To find more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Dublin day trip planner.

Drive from Vale of Glendalough to Dublin in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Limerick.

Founded by Vikings over a thousand years ago, Limerick sits at the head of the Shannon River's broadening estuary.

To find maps, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Limerick trip maker website.

You can drive from Dublin to Limerick in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 50°F in March, and nighttime lows around 38°F. You'll have a few hours on the 18th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Killarney.

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

Your day by day itinerary now includes Killarney Jaunting Cars Tangney Tours, Torc Waterfall and Ladies' View. On the 18th (Sat), take in the dramatic scenery at Torc Waterfall, then make a trip to Ladies' View, then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Killarney National Park, and finally settle in for a delightful tour with Killarney Jaunting Cars Tangney Tours.

For photos, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Killarney visit planner.

You can drive from Limerick to Killarney in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Killarney are 51°F, while nighttime lows are 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Limerick.

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Traveling by car from Killarney to Limerick takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to go by car 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.

You've now added Jerpoint Abbey to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Mon): step into the grandiose world of Kilkenny Castle, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Black Abbey, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jerpoint Abbey.

To find where to stay, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Kilkenny journey planner.

Traveling by car from Limerick to Kilkenny takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 50°F in March, and nighttime lows around 40°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can drive to Dublin.

To find reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Dublin travel itinerary planner.

Getting from Kilkenny to Dublin by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Kilkenny in March since evenings lows in Dublin dip to 35°F. On the 21st (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.