12 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.

Explore hidden gems such as Glendalough Cathedral and National Botanic Gardens. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Kilmainham Gaol Museum, see where the action happens at Croke Park Stadium Tour & GAA Museum, stroll around Phoenix Park, and take in the architecture and design of Trinity College Dublin.

To see maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Dublin online trip itinerary builder.

Mexico City, Mexico to Dublin is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time is 6 hours. In September, Dublin is slightly colder than Mexico City - with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to drive to Cobh.

Although Cobh played a major role in the story of Irish emigration to America, most people know it as the final port of call for the ill-fated Titanic.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): learn something new at SailCork and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cobh Cathedral.

For ratings, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Cobh road trip app.

You can drive from Dublin to Cobh in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. September in Cobh sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can go by car to Killarney.

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Climbing Tours and Banna Strand. Step out of Killarney to go to Tralee and see Kerry County Museum, which is approximately 34 minutes away. Spend the 27th (Tue) exploring nature at Killarney National Park. There's still lots to do: explore the striking landscape at Conor Pass.

To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, use the Killarney trip builder app.

You can drive from Cobh to Killarney in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can 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.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Fri): trek along with Hillwalk Tours and then cruise along Wild Atlantic Way. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Sat): walk around Eyre Square and then explore the historical opulence of Aughnanure Castle.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Galway trip itinerary website.

Traveling by car from Killarney to Galway takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Dublin.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): contemplate the long history of Kilmainham Gaol Museum, then stroll around Phoenix Park, and then take in nature's colorful creations at National Botanic Gardens.

To see more things to do, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Dublin journey planner.

You can drive from Galway to Dublin in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to travel back home.