17 days in Ireland Itinerary

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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Galway: Burren National Park (in Corofin), Irish Crafts - Doolin (in Doolin) and Cliffs of Moher (in Liscannor). Spend the 9th (Sun) exploring nature at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. Next up on the itinerary: explore the historical opulence of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, admire the masterpieces at Galway Arts Centre, tour the pleasant surroundings at Salthill Beaches, and make a trip to Eyre Square.

To find traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Galway trip planner.

Brussels, Belgium to Galway is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Brussels to Galway is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Brussels in July, expect Galway to be little chillier, temps between 20°C and 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) to allow enough time to 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cork: Gougane Barra National Forest Park (in Gougane Barra) and Kinsale (Stone Mad Gallery & Charles Fort). The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Blarney Castle & Gardens, look for all kinds of wild species at Fota Wildlife Park, gain insight at University College Cork (UCC), and look for gifts at Kinsale Silver.

For traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Cork driving holiday planner.

Drive from Galway to Cork in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July in Cork, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Kilkenny side-trips: Ferns Castle (in Ferns), Tintern Abbey (in Wexford) and The National 1798 Rebellion Centre (in Enniscorthy). The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Kilkenny Castle, enjoy the sand and surf at Curracloe Beach, examine the collection at Irish Agricultural Museum and Famine Exhibition, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jerpoint Abbey.

To see where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Kilkenny trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Cork to Kilkenny takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to drive to Dublin.

A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.

Dublin is known for museums, nightlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Kilmainham Gaol Museum, walk around St Stephens Green, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and admire the striking features of Trinity College Dublin.

To find other places to visit, maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Dublin trip site.

Getting from Kilkenny to Dublin by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Kilkenny in July, plan for little chillier nights in Dublin, with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to fly back home.