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Emerald cliffs, ancient castles, and legendary pubs.

Ireland is small enough to circle in a week but rich in wild coastline, medieval ruins, and warm hospitality. Dublin's literary heart pairs with the raw beauty of the west coast.

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Best time to visit

May–Sep

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Language

English, Irish

Top experiences in Ireland

Cliffs of Moher

214m sea cliffs on the wild Atlantic coast.

Dublin

Trinity College's Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse, Temple Bar pubs.

Ring of Kerry

Scenic drive past lakes, mountains, and coastal villages.

Galway & Connemara

Bohemian city and the raw beauty of Connemara's bogs and mountains.

Average temperatures in Ireland

Dublin — mild wet year-round.

MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High8° / 46°F8° / 46°F10° / 50°F12° / 54°F15° / 59°F18° / 64°F20° / 68°F19° / 66°F17° / 63°F14° / 57°F10° / 50°F8° / 46°F
Low3° / 37°F3° / 37°F4° / 39°F5° / 41°F7° / 45°F10° / 50°F12° / 54°F12° / 54°F10° / 50°F8° / 46°F5° / 41°F3° / 37°F

Temperatures shown in °C (with °F). Averages based on long-term climate normals for the country's main hub.

Sample itinerary

  1. Days 1–2: Dublin — Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse, traditional music in Temple Bar.
  2. Day 3: Drive to Galway — stop at Cliffs of Moher and the Burren.
  3. Day 4: Connemara loop — Kylemore Abbey, Sky Road, Killary Fjord.
  4. Days 5–6: Ring of Kerry drive — Killarney National Park, Skellig coast views.
  5. Day 7: Cork and the Blarney Stone, then back to Dublin.

Foods to try

Irish stewBoxtySoda breadFish and chipsFull Irish breakfastColcannonGuinness

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