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Two Weeks in Ireland: Ireland Encompassed Two Weeks in Ireland: Ireland Encompassed Custom Itinerary Created by Hannah Logan EatSleepBreatheTravel.com & IrelandStoleMyHeart.com Days 1 & 2: Dublin City Dublin is Ireland’s capital. It’s full of museums, pubs, and has plenty of history and site seeing available. For the most part, Dublin is very pedestrian-friendly which makes it ideal for walking around. You will not need a car to get around Dublin but you will want comfortable shoes and probably a raincoat or umbrella just in case. After all, this is Ireland. Where to Stay in Dublin (3 nights) Hostel: Abbey Court Hostel Mid-range: Temple Bar Inn Luxury: The Westbury What to See & Do in Dublin (Day 1) Chances are, if you are coming from North America especially, you arrived really early in the morning and will be a bit jetlagged. So stick with some of the shorter attractions and sites today. My suggestions include:The Little Museum of Dublin (book in advance), St. Stephen’s Green, Grafton Street, Trinity College for the Book of Kells and the Long Hall. Also, check out some of Dublin’s sites including the Molly Malone Statue and the Ha’Penny bridge. Then do a Jameson Whiskey Distillery tour (book in advance). In the evening, I recommend checking out the Temple Bar area. It’s close to the hotels I recommend and has lots of great food and pub options. Insider Tip: The Temple Bar is a must see itself, but don’t spend your night in this pub. It’s pricey! If you feel up for a walk (or take a cab) head to O’Donoghue’s Pub. It’s one of the best pubs in Dublin and has great live music. What to See & Do in Dublin (Day 2) Explore more of the city today and see a few more of the highlights including: Dublin Castle, Guinness Storehouse (book in advance and expect to spend a few hours here), St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Christ Church Cathedral, and Kilmainham Goal (book in advance) Alternatively, if you are not a big city fan, head to the fishing village of Howth for a day and hike around there. You can take the DART (public transit method in Dublin) there and back. It’s about 30 minutes each way. Insider Tip: Dublin is incredibly expensive. If you are looking to save a little money look for restaurants that have ‘early bird’ deals. It’s an easy way to save money if you don’t mind eating dinner a little early. Day 3: Northern Ireland Day Trip Despite being on the same island, Northern Ireland is actually a separate country from the Republic of Ireland. You can easily cross back and forth between the two, however Northern Ireland uses GBP for their currency while the Republic of Ireland uses the euro. While credit cards will be accepted at most places, I do recommend taking out a bit of GBP cash to use as needed for your day trip What to See & Do in Northern Ireland Start your day early because it’s going to be a long one. I suggest hitting the road by 6:30am if you can to beat other day trips leaving from Dublin and avoid the crowds. Drive out of Dublin and head towards the Giant’s Causeway. There are a couple of different routes that you can take. Make sure to take the Antrim Coastal route which is the scenic route. The drive will take about 3-3.5 hours but it is beautiful and there are a couple small towns you can stop along the way for breaks if needed. If you are a Game of Thrones Fan, you can also include a stop at the Dark Hedges along the way. Before you reach the Giant’s Causeway, you will come to the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge which is definitely worth a stop and a walk across. Ideally, you will arrive at the Giants Causeway around 11:30am. You can get lunch here and spend a couple of hours exploring the area. There are a few different trails you can take around the area plus a shuttle that you can take up and down the steep hill (for a fee). ...continued on next page ...Day 3 continued If you are an Irish Whiskey fan, from the Giant’s Causeway head to Bushmills Distillery (5-minute drive). Or just continue on towards Dunluce Castle (another 5-minute drive past Bushmills) which you will recognize if you watched Game of Thrones. From there it’s a little over an hour to Belfast City, the capital of Northern Ireland. How long you spent at the other stops will determine how much time you have here, but if nothing else you should have time for a little bit of a walk around. If you have a good part of the day left, consider visiting the Belfast Titanic Museum. If not, find a place to park and wander around a bit before grabbing dinner. After dinner, drive back to Dublin (about 2 hours) for the night. Insider Tip: Make sure to stop at the Crown Liquor Saloon in Belfast. It’s the city’s most famous pub and its stunning inside. Day 4: Galway Galway is known for its culture and its pub life. It has a reputation for being safe and also for having some of the best craic in all of Ireland. It’s also a fast emerging foodie destination and home to lots of great festivals year-round. I’m a firm believer that no trip to Ireland is complete without a visit to Galway. Where to Stay in Galway (3 nights) Hostel: Kinlay House Eyre Square Midrange: Forster Court Hotel Luxury: The Hardiman What to See & Do in Galway Galway is small and best enjoyed by foot. A lot of the charm of this west-coast city lies in the atmospheres. The pedestrian only streets, the street performers, the music coming out of the pubs etc. A few things worth noting: Galway does have a free museum Galway Cathedral is also free of charge to visit There is a small farmers market on the weekends by St. Nicholas Church You can find the original makers of the Claddagh Ring (and the Claddagh museum, which is free) at Thomas Dillon’s Claddagh Gold There is live music at many of Galway’s pubs on a daily basis. Ask the locals which pub has live music on the night you visit. Insider Tip: Galway is known for its pubs, however it’s a huge foodie destination as well. If you are looking for something a little more upscale try Ard Bia at Nimmo’s or Kai. Both will require reservations. Day 5: Connemara Day Trip Connemara is known to be one of the most romantic areas of Ireland. There’s a mountain range, plenty of lakes, and windswept fields. The scenery here is truly stunning and the weather can change at a moment’s notice. What to See/Do in Connemara Connemara is all about the scenery which include lakes, plenty of sheep, the the 12 Bens mountains, so today will be a driving day. The main highlight for me is Kylemore Abbey. Your entry ticket will include entry to the Abbey itself as well as it’s grounds which include some walking trails and a Victorian Garden. You can add a couple of the small towns in along the way too. Roundstone is pretty cute, Clifden is also nearby and, depending on how far you want to go, Cong is popular with tourists as well. Insider Tip: Connemara is also home to some of Ireland’s best castle hotels. I haven’t included a stay in one in this itinerary, however, if you would like to splurge I highly recommend a night at: Ballynahinch Castle or Lough Inagh Lodge. If you can REALLY afford to splurge and want a true fairytale experience, then look at Ashford Castle (or the Manor at Ashford Castle). If it’s not in the budget, head back to Galway for the night. Day 6: Inis Mor Day Trip Inis Mor is the largest of the Aran Islands, located on the west coast of Ireland out in Galway Bay. Life here is slow and has an ‘old-world’ charm to it but because it’s so different than the mainland, it also feels very authentic. You’ll see plenty of farmers, some incredibly historical sites, and hear the Irish language spoken on a regular basis. Without a doubt, Inis Mor is one of my favourite places in Ireland. What to See & Do on Inis Mor Drive from Galway (or Connemara if you choose to stay) to Rossaveal. This is where you will take the ferry across to Inis Mor. The ferries only run a couple times a day so be sure to get there early to take the first morning ferry. Once you arrive at Inis Mor you can choose to rent a bike, take a mini-bus tour, or hire a pony trap to explore the island. The choice is up to you. Highlights include: Dun Aonghasa which is an ancient clifftop fortress, The Worm Hole (be very careful of the tides), & The Severn Churches. Also, keep an eye on the water. You’ll likely see seals playing along the shore and if you are really lucky you could spot some basking sharks. Again, remember to keep note of the ferry schedule as you’ll want to head back to Galway for the night. Insider Tip: If you want an Irish wool sweater, this is the place to buy one.
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