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Ireland in 7 Days: Day-by-Day Itinerary

A 7-day Ireland itinerary through Dublin, Galway, Killarney with National Botanic Gardens, Trinity College Dublin, Molly Malone Statue. Day-by-day plan with times and food stops; personalise it with AI.

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Trip at a glance

Route and overnight bases
Dublin (day 1–2); Galway (day 3–5); Killarney (day 6–7)
Approximate cost of activities and meals
250–330 EUR per person for the whole trip, excluding flights and accommodation. Prices are estimates.
Getting between places
Dublin -> Galway (about 184 min); Galway -> Killarney (about 143 min)

Day 1: Dublin

  • 12:00 Airport → Hotel transfer — Transfer from the airport to your hotel. Consider taxi, shuttle, or public transport.
  • 14:00 Clayton Hotel Burlington Road — Perfect for culture and food lovers, with easy access to Dublin's attractions.
  • Afternoon National Botanic Gardens — National Botanic Gardens: 4.8★ (18,896 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence, conveniently located nearby
  • Evening The Church Café Bar — The Church Café Bar: good budget fit, 4.4★ (19,960 reviews), conveniently located nearby

Day 2: Dublin

  • Morning Bread 41 — Bread 41: good budget fit, 4.5★ (3,729 reviews)
  • Morning Trinity College Dublin — Trinity College Dublin: 4.6★ (7,665 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Afternoon BAMBINO — BAMBINO: good budget fit, 4.5★ (2,881 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Afternoon Molly Malone Statue — Molly Malone Statue: 4.5★ (14,742 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening Xian Street Food Dublin — Xian Street Food Dublin: good budget fit, 4.0★ (2,829 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening The Spire — The Spire: 4.3★ (11,973 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence

Day 3: Galway

  • 09:00 Clayton Hotel Burlington Road — Perfect for culture and food lovers, with easy access to Dublin's attractions.
  • 09:35 Dublin -> Galway — Travel from Dublin to Galway. About 185km — train or coach is the usual option (~184 min). Check Trainline or the local operator.
  • 15:00 The G Hotel & Spa — Luxurious stay with a focus on local food and cultural experiences.
  • Afternoon The Latin Quarter — The Latin Quarter: 4.7★ (1,784 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening The Quays Bar and Restaurant — The Quays Bar and Restaurant: good budget fit, 4.5★ (4,593 reviews), conveniently located nearby

Day 4: Galway

  • Morning The Dough Bros — The Dough Bros: 4.7★ (5,913 reviews), good budget fit, conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Morning Eyre Square — Eyre Square: 4.5★ (15,857 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character
  • Afternoon The Galmont Hotel & Spa — The Galmont Hotel & Spa: 4.3★ (3,774 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character
  • Afternoon Galway Atlantaquaria — Galway Atlantaquaria: 4.3★ (5,355 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening Menlo Park Hotel — Menlo Park Hotel: 4.4★ (2,248 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening Salthill Prom — Salthill Prom: 4.8★ (808 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character

Day 5: Galway

  • Morning Tribe Gin School Masterclass in Galway — Tribe Gin School Masterclass in Galway: 5.0★ (40 reviews), fits the city's character, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Afternoon Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate — Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate: 4.5★ (1,137 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character
  • Afternoon Experience Gaelic Games in Galway — Experience Gaelic Games in Galway: 5.0★ (19 reviews), fits the city's character, good budget fit
  • Evening The Connacht Hotel — The Connacht Hotel: 4.3★ (5,593 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence, conveniently located nearby
  • Evening Medieval Galway Tour — Medieval Galway Tour: 5.0★ (19 reviews), fits the city's character, good budget fit

Day 6: Killarney

  • 09:00 The G Hotel & Spa — Luxurious stay with a focus on local food and cultural experiences.
  • 09:35 Galway -> Killarney — Travel from Galway to Killarney. About 137km — train or coach is the usual option (~143 min). Check Trainline or the local operator.
  • 15:00 Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa — Great for couples, offering a mix of relaxation and local culinary delights.
  • Afternoon Killarney House & Gardens — Killarney House & Gardens: 4.8★ (627 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character
  • Evening Kitty O’Sé’s Seafood and Grill Restaurant — Kitty O’Sé’s Seafood and Grill Restaurant: 4.6★ (1,142 reviews), good budget fit, conveniently located nearby

Day 7: Killarney

  • Morning Kerry Whiskey Tasting A cultural Experience in Killarney — Kerry Whiskey Tasting A cultural Experience in Killarney: 5.0★ (10 reviews), fits the city's character, good budget fit
  • 11:00 Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa — Great for couples, offering a mix of relaxation and local culinary delights.
  • 12:00 Hotel → Airport transfer — Head to the airport. Allow plenty of time for check-in, security, and any last-minute shopping.

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