11 days in Dublin & Nigeria 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Dublin: Kilkenny (St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, Kilkenny Castle, &more). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Kilmainham Gaol Museum, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Jameson Distillery Bow St., take a stroll through Temple Bar, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To see maps, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Dublin road trip planning site.

Lagos, Nigeria to Dublin is an approximately 17-hour flight. Traveling from Lagos to Dublin, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Lagos in August: highs in Dublin hover around 22°C, while lows dip to 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to travel to Lagos.

Protected from the Atlantic by sand spits and barrier islands, Lagos quickly grew into a mega city due to its location, and currently operates one of the continent's largest and busiest ports.

Take a break from Lagos with a short trip to Lvi Art Gallery And Cultural Nexus in Lekki, about 32 minutes away. There's still lots to do: view the masterpieces at Nike Art Gallery, take a stroll through Amani Spa & Wellness, have fun and explore at Mindscape Childrens Museum, and pause for some serene contemplation at The Cathedral Church of Christ.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, go to the Lagos trip itinerary builder app.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Dublin to Lagos. Traveling from Dublin to Lagos, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Dublin in August, expect nights in Lagos to be much hotter, around 27°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 33°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.