9 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.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Sun): examine the collection at Irish Whiskey Museum, get engrossed in the history at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, then browse the exhibits of Croke Park Stadium Tour & GAA Museum, and finally admire the natural beauty at National Botanic Gardens.

To see more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Dublin online attractions planner.

Columbus, USA to Dublin is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time, which is usually a 5 hour difference. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Columbus in August, with highs in Dublin at 66°F and lows at 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (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.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Mon): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre.

To plan Galway vacation without wasting time, ask Inspirock to design an itinerary.

Traveling by car from Dublin to Galway takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 62°F in August, and nighttime lows around 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Listowel.

Listowel is a Heritage town and a market town in County Kerry, Ireland, and is situated on the River Feale, 28km from the county town, Tralee. On the 30th (Tue), browse the exhibits of Tarbert Bridewell Courthouse & Jail Museum, then enjoy the sand and surf at Ladies Beach, and then explore the historical opulence of Listowel Castle.

To see more things to do, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, use the Listowel road trip tool.

Drive from Galway to Listowel in 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 64°F in August, and nighttime lows around 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can drive to Dingle.

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

On the 31st (Wed), observe the fascinating underwater world at Dingle Oceanworld.

For other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Dingle attractions planning site.

Traveling by car from Listowel to Dingle takes 1.5 hours. In August in Dingle, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 54°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Wed) to allow time for the car ride 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.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Wed): stop by Koko.

To see reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Kinsale route planner.

You can drive from Dingle to Kinsale in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In August in Kinsale, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 52°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Dublin.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): stroll around St Stephens Green, then take a stroll through Temple Bar, then view the masterpieces at Temple Bar Gallery and Studios, and finally examine the collection at Kilmainham Gaol Museum.

For traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Dublin road trip planning site.

Drive from Kinsale to Dublin in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. On the 3rd (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.