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Irresistible Ireland

Irresistible Ireland

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5 daysDublin, IrelandWaterford, IrelandGalway, IrelandKillarney, County Kerry, IrelandFamilyModerateChillCitySight-SeeingRoadtrip
Must see everywhere Jen
Posted on March 11, 2024

Surprise 65 birthday present to my mother from my brother and I. It’s been her dream since our family dates back to Cork County Ireland

Trip Recap

  • Day 1: Enjoyed seamless travel from Chicago to Dublin, exploring the city and coast.
  • Day 2: Galway stole my heart with its charming cobblestone streets and delicious food.
  • Day 3: Majestic cliffs at Cliff of Moher, charming Killarney, and castle carriage ride.
  • Day 4: Enjoyed traveling east to Waterford, but unimpressed with Waterford Crystal attractions.
  • Day 5: Enjoyed a whirlwind day exploring Dublin's cathedrals, shops, and charming bars.

Highlights

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    Cliffs of Moher

Day 1

Left Chicago in early evening. Arrived in Dublin in early morning. We were able to stay awake throughout day and went to bed around 9 which prevented bad jet lag. Stayed in Dublin for 24 hours across the river from the Guinness Beer factory. Great area. Tons of shopping and eateries. Took Uber along the coast to have great seafood.

Guinness Open Gate Brewery, James Street, St. James's Gate, Dublin 8, Ireland
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Day 2

We took a bus across country straight west to Galway. Adorable town! Cobblestone streets. Great food. Very characteristic of Ireland.

Day 3

Went straight south along the coast stopping at Cliff of Moher. Majestic! Must see! Staying overnight in Killarney. Shaun another gorgeous iconic Ireland town. Rode horse drawn carriage ride through castle property.

Cliffs of Moher
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Day 4

We took a bus straight east to Waterford. Beautiful area but not much to see. Didn’t really care about Waterford Crystal.

House Of Waterford Crystal
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Day 5

We went back to Dublin for 24 hours. Visited a bunch of gorgeous cathedrals and great shopping and little cozy bars.

Saint Patrick's Cathedral
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Anything you would add or do differently?

  • Went in March and got caught in first blizzard in 30 years. Would go back during summer

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