11 days in Ireland's West Coast Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Kilmalkedar Church, delve into the distant past at Gallarus Oratory, then enjoy the sand and surf at Coumeenoole Beach, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Eask Tower. On the 24th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St James' Church, observe the fascinating underwater world at Dingle Oceanworld, then look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Dingle Bay.

To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Dingle sightseeing planner.

Asheville, USA to Dingle is an approximately 18-hour combination of flight and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Asheville to Dingle. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Asheville in September; daily highs in Dingle reach 63°F and lows reach 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can drive to Killarney.

Continuously inhabited since the Neolithic period, Killarney draws visitors with its picturesque natural scenery, fine restaurants, and traditional pubs.

Step out of Killarney to go to Blarney and see Blarney Castle & Gardens, which is approximately 1h 20 min away. Spend the 25th (Mon) exploring nature at Killarney National Park. There's still lots to do: take in the pleasant sights at Muckross House, look for gifts at Kerry Woollen Mills, admire the sheer force of Torc Waterfall, and explore the historical opulence of Ross Castle.

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Getting from Dingle to Killarney by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 63°F in September, and nighttime lows around 52°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) so you can go by car to Kinsale.

Located at the estuary of the Brandon River, the historical fishing town of Kinsale nestles against hills that act as a natural shield against the open sea.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Thu): sample the fine beverages at Kinsale Mead Co, steep yourself in history at Charles Fort, stop by Koko, then brush up on your military savvy at Irish Veterans Museum, and finally take an in-depth tour of Kinsale Regional Museum.

To find photos, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Kinsale itinerary builder tool.

Getting from Killarney to Kinsale by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 61°F in September, and nighttime lows around 50°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to go by car 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.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Fri): stroll around Eyre Square, make a trip to Quay Street, then get engrossed in the history at Galway City Museum, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Galway Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the striking landscape of Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre.

To see maps, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Galway online sightseeing planner.

Getting from Kinsale to Galway by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. September in Galway sees daily highs of 59°F and lows of 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) to allow enough time to 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 1st (Sun), settle in for a delightful tour with a horse-drawn carriage tour, explore the ancient world of Dun Aonghasa, stop by Lia Arann, then explore the ancient world of Dun Duchathair, and finally don't miss a visit to Teampall Bhean'in.

To find maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Inishmore trip planner.

You can do a combination of bus and ferry from Galway to Inishmore in 4 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and ferry. September in Inishmore sees daily highs of 63°F and lows of 51°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Liscannor.

Liscannor is a coastal village in County Clare, Ireland.GeographyLying on the west coast of Ireland, on Liscannor Bay, the village is located on the R478 road between Lahinch, to the east, and Doolin, to the north. Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): take some stellar pictures from Cliffs of Moher, then stop by The Woollen Market, and then trek along Hag's Head.

To see reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Liscannor trip planner.

You can do a combination of ferry and bus from Inishmore to Liscannor in 3.5 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 58°F, and evening lows to 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Mon) to allow time for the flight back home.