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.

Let the collections at Guinness Storehouse and Kilmainham Gaol Museum capture your imagination. Popular historic sites such as Saint Patrick's Cathedral and Dublin Castle are in your itinerary. There's lots more to do: visit Temple Bar, get engrossed in the history at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, see the interesting displays at The Little Museum of Dublin, and stroll the grounds of Glasnevin Cemetery Museum.

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Entebbe, Uganda to Dublin is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Entebbe to Dublin. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Entebbe in March, with highs in Dublin at 10°C and lows at 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) early enough to drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): tee off at Mount Juliet Estate, take in the spiritual surroundings of Jerpoint Abbey, then steep yourself in history at Jerpoint Park, and finally get a dose of the wild on Hawkeye School of Falconry. On your second day here, admire the natural beauty at Rothe House and Garden, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Black Abbey, then learn more about the world around you at Medieval Mile Museum, and finally step into the grandiose world of Kilkenny Castle.

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Traveling by car from Dublin to Kilkenny takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March in Kilkenny, expect temperatures between 11°C during the day and 5°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to catch the bus to Waterford.

Ireland's oldest city, Waterford maintains its small-town charm and attracts a growing number of travelers with its rich history, lively nightlife, and thriving festival scene.

On the 17th (Fri), admire the landmark architecture of Tintern Abbey, steep yourself in history at Loftus Hall, and then visit a coastal fixture at Hook Lighthouse. Keep things going the next day: examine the collection at Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum, see the interesting displays at King of the Vikings, take a stroll around Reginald's Tower, then admire the landmark architecture of Bishop's Palace, and finally explore the historical opulence of Ballyhack Castle.

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You can take a bus from Kilkenny to Waterford in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 11°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can drive to Cork.

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.

On the 19th (Sun), get engrossed in the history at Nano Nagle Place, get engrossed in the history at Cork City Gaol, contemplate the long history of Blarney Castle & Gardens, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Holy Trinity Church, and finally step into the grandiose world of Barryscourt Castle.

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You can drive from Waterford to Cork in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 10°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Bunratty.

Unequivocally dedicated to tourism, the small village of Bunratty remains best known for its medieval castle, indisputably the most visited attraction in the region.

On the 20th (Mon), explore the historical opulence of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, then stroll through Castlefergus Equestrian, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

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Traveling by car from Cork to Bunratty takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In March, daytime highs in Bunratty are 12°C, while nighttime lows are 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to travel back home.