8 days in Ireland Itinerary

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.

On the 14th (Thu), learn more about the world around you at Medieval Mile Museum, then look for all kinds of wild species at Castlecomer Discovery Park, and then pause for some photo ops at Kells Priory. On your second day here, step into the grandiose world of Kilkenny Castle, get a new perspective on things with Go With The Flow - River Adventures, take in the spiritual surroundings of Black Abbey, then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, and finally surround yourself with nature on Hawkeye School of Falconry.

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New York City, USA to Kilkenny is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from New York City to Kilkenny. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from New York City in April: highs in Kilkenny hover around 54°F, while lows dip to 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) 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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Kilmainham Gaol Museum and Guinness Storehouse. And it doesn't end there: take a stroll through Temple Bar, stroll around St Stephens Green, admire the landmark architecture of Trinity College Dublin, and get engrossed in the history at National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology.

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You can drive from Kilkenny to Dublin in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Kilkenny in April, Dublin is little chillier at night with lows of 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) to allow time to fly back home.