14 days in Ireland, Bushmills & Belfast Itinerary
14 days in Ireland, Bushmills & Belfast Itinerary
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14 days in Ireland, Bushmills & Belfast Itinerary
Start: London, United Kingdom
Fly:
4h
1
Dublin, Ireland
— 2 nights
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train:
3h
2
Cork, Ireland
— 2 nights
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Drive:
1h 15min
3
Killarney, Ireland
— 2 nights
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Drive:
2h 30min
4
Galway, Ireland
— 2 nights
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Drive:
4h 30min
5
Bushmills, United Kingdom
— 2 nights
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Drive:
1h 15min
6
Belfast, United Kingdom
— 2 nights
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Fly:
3h 15min
End: London, United Kingdom
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Dublin, Ireland
2
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Fair City
A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Wicklow Mountains National Park, Bru na Boinne and Malahide Castle. Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): step into the grandiose world of Malahide Castle and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Wicklow Mountains National Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Powerscourt Gardens and House and then contemplate the long history of Trim Castle.
To see more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, read our Dublin itinerary maker.
London, UK to Dublin is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from London in August, with highs in Dublin at 22°C and lows at 12°C. On the 24th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Cork.
Things to do in Dublin
Side Trips
Wicklow Mountains National Park, Bru na Boinne, Malahide Castle, Powerscourt Gardens and House, Trim Castle
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Malahide Castle
9:30am, Tue Aug 22

Wicklow Mountains National Park
2:00pm, Tue Aug 22

Bru na Boinne
8:00am, Thu Aug 24
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Cork, Ireland
2
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Rebel City
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 Inchydoney Beach as well as St Fin Barre's Cathedral. On the 24th (Thu), admire the landmark architecture of St Fin Barre's Cathedral and then delve into the distant past at Drombeg Stone Circle. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Fri): stroll through Inchydoney Beach, steep yourself in history at James Fort, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Peter and Paul's Church.
For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Cork trip generator.
Getting from Dublin to Cork by train takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Cork are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. On the 26th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Killarney.
Things to do in Cork
Side Trips
Inchydoney Beach, James Fort, Drombeg Stone Circle
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Camden Fort Meagher
10:30am, Sat Aug 26

Inchydoney Beach
10:30am, Fri Aug 25

St Fin Barre's Cathedral
3:00pm, Thu Aug 24
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Killarney, Ireland
2
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Continuously inhabited since the Neolithic period, Killarney draws visitors with its picturesque natural scenery, fine restaurants, and traditional pubs.On the 26th (Sat), make a trip to Staigue Fort. On the 27th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the landmark architecture of St. Mary's Cathedral, then stroll through Torc Mountain Walk, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at The Kerry Way.
To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Killarney trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Cork to Killarney takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August in Killarney, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can travel to Inisheer.
Things to do in Killarney
Side Trips
Tralee, Staigue Fort
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Torc Mountain Walk
11:30am, Sun Aug 27

St. Mary's Cathedral
10:00am, Sun Aug 27

Banna Strand
12:30pm, Mon Aug 28
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Galway, Ireland
2
nights

City of the Tribes
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.Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Cliffs of Moher. Kick off your visit on the 29th (Tue): contemplate the long history of Coole Park and then explore the striking landscape at Cliffs of Moher. Keep things going the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Riverside Walk, then step into the grandiose world of Aughnanure Castle, then admire all the interesting features of Glengowla Mines, and finally experience rural life at Loughwell Farm Park.
For reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Galway trip builder.
Getting from Killarney to Galway by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In August in Galway, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to drive to Bushmills.
Things to do in Galway
Side Trips
Oughterard, Loughwell Farm Park, Coole Park Nature Reserve, Cliffs of Moher
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Coole Park Nature Reserve
10:30am, Wed Aug 30

Glengowla Mines
2:30pm, Wed Aug 30

Aughnanure Castle
12:30pm, Wed Aug 30
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Bushmills, United Kingdom
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Bushmills is a village on the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Kick off your visit on the 31st (Thu): explore the historical opulence of Kinbane Castle, then contemplate the long history of Downhill Demesne & Hezlett House, then steep yourself in history at Mussenden Temple, and finally step into the grandiose world of Dunluce Castle.
To find photos, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Bushmills vacation trip planner.
Drive from Galway to Bushmills in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. August in Bushmills sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Fri) to allow time for the car ride to Belfast.
To find photos, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Bushmills vacation trip planner.
Drive from Galway to Bushmills in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. August in Bushmills sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Fri) to allow time for the car ride to Belfast.
Things to do in Bushmills
Side Trips
Ballycastle, Downhill Demesne & Hezlett House, Dunluce Castle
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Downhill Demesne & Hezlett House
2:30pm, Thu Aug 31
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Dunluce Castle
4:30pm, Thu Aug 31
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Kinbane Castle
10:00am, Thu Aug 31
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Belfast, United Kingdom
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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.On the 1st (Fri), kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.
To see other places to visit, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Belfast vacation planner.
You can drive from Bushmills to Belfast in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. September in Belfast sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 3rd (Sun).
Things to do in Belfast
Side Trips
Downpatrick, Scrabo Tower
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