Ireland-3-day-itinerary

August 4, 2024

Day 1: Explore Dublin

9:00 AM: Arrive at Dublin Airport
- Visa Requirements: None for citizens of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and EU countries. Irish visas can be obtained online or at the airport.
- Transportation: Take a taxi or bus (Airlink Express) to your accommodation in the city center.
10:00 AM: Visit Trinity College Dublin
- Explore the stunning Long Room of the Old Library
- See the famous Book of Kells, an ornately illustrated manuscript from the ninth century

1:00 PM: Grab lunch at a traditional Irish pub like The Brazen Head ( Ireland’s oldest pub)
2:30 PM: Visit Dublin Castle
- Learn about Ireland’s history and see the State Apartments, Chapel Royal, and other attractions
4:00 PM: Take a stroll through Temple Bar, a lively area filled with street performers, pubs, and shops

7:00 PM: Enjoy traditional Irish music at The Auld Dubliner or The Boxty House
9:30 PM: End the night with a Guinness beer at a rooftop bar like The Gravity Bar (offers stunning views of the city)

Day 2: Discover County Wicklow

9:00 AM: Take the DART train from Dublin’s Pearse Station to Bray, County Wicklow
- Transportation: Buy tickets online or at the station; journey takes approximately 1 hour
10:30 AM: Visit the scenic Powerscourt Estate
- Explore the beautiful gardens and see the stunning Waterfall Walk
12:00 PM: Have lunch at the Powerscourt House Cafe

1:30 PM: Head to Glendalough, a historic monastery complex
- Take a self-guided tour of the valley and explore the ruins of the monastic village
3:30 PM: Visit the nearby Round Tower and see the stunning views from the top

6:00 PM: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Bray or Greystones, such as The Beach House or The Lobster Pot
8:00 PM: Return to Dublin by DART train for the night

Day 3: Explore Galway City and Connemara

9:00 AM: Take a flight from Dublin Airport to Galway Airport (approximately 1 hour)
- Transportation: Book flights in advance or take a bus tour
10:30 AM: Visit the charming Latin Quarter of Galway City
- Explore the narrow streets, visit the Church of Ireland Cathedral, and see the iconic Spanish Arch

12:30 PM: Head to Connemara National Park
- Take a self-guided hike through the park’s stunning landscapes and learn about its unique geology and wildlife
3:00 PM: Visit Kylemore Abbey and Gardens (home to a beautiful Victorian walled garden)
- Explore the abbey, see the Gothic Revival-style architecture, and visit the cemetery