15 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.

Dublin is known for museums, nightlife, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: examine the collection at Kilmainham Gaol Museum, browse the exhibits of Guinness Storehouse, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and enjoy the scholastic atmosphere at Trinity College Dublin.

To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Dublin holiday tool.

Milan, Italy to Dublin is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Milan in August, expect Dublin to be slightly colder, temps between 22°C and 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to 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.

On the 24th (Tue), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: cruise along Wild Atlantic Way, then savor the flavors at Micil Distillery, then observe the fascinating underwater world at Galway Atlantaquaria, and finally make a trip to Eyre Square.

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You can drive from Dublin to Galway in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in August, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to drive to Westport.

Renowned for its Georgian architecture, Westport sits in the shadows of Croagh Patrick, considered the holiest mountain in Ireland.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Newport Railway Viaduct, grab your bike and head to The Great Western Greenway, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Westport House, and finally ride a horse along Carrowholly Stables & Trekking Centre.

For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Westport tour itinerary builder app.

You can drive from Galway to Westport in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Westport can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can travel to Inishmore.

Inishmore represents the largest of the Aran Islands and has a strong commitment to maintaining the Irish language, culture, and ancient attractions.

On the 27th (Fri), stop by Lia Arann, then delve into the distant past at Dun Aonghasa, then don't miss a visit to Teampall Bhean'in, and finally discover the deep blue sea with Dive Academy - Scuba Diving School.

To see where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Inishmore trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Westport to Inishmore by combination of taxi and ferry takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus, taxi, and ferry. In August, daytime highs in Inishmore are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) so you can catch the ferry to Doolin.

A world-famous center of traditional Irish music, Doolin occupies a dramatic location on Ireland's windblown Atlantic coast.

On the 28th (Sat), tour the pleasant surroundings at Cliffs of Moher, play a few rounds at Doolin Pitch & Putt, then identify plant and animal life at Burren Birds of Prey Centre, and finally Head underground at Aillwee Cave. On the 29th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: step into the grandiose world of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and then head off the coast to Scattery Island.

For photos, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Doolin trip planning site.

Ride a ferry from Inishmore to Doolin in 2 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Doolin can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can travel to Dingle.

Located on Ireland's western coastline, Dingle sits between scenic mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Mon): cruise along Slea Head Drive. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the dramatic natural features at Conor Pass, then observe the fascinating underwater world at Dingle Oceanworld, then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and finally make a trip to Eask Tower.

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You can drive from Doolin to Dingle in 3.5 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Dingle can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) to allow enough 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: Tintern Abbey (in Wexford), The National 1798 Rebellion Centre (in Enniscorthy) and Ferns Castle (in Ferns). Next up on the itinerary: trek along Waterford Greenway, tour the pleasant surroundings at Kilkenny Castle, admire the sheer force of Kilfane Waterfall and Glen, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Black Abbey.

For ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Kilkenny travel route planner.

Traveling by car from Dingle to Kilkenny takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In August, daytime highs in Kilkenny are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.