12 days in Dublin & Limerick Itinerary

A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Guinness Storehouse and Kilkenny Castle. Kilmainham Gaol Museum and Saint Patrick's Cathedral are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get out of town with these interesting Dublin side-trips: Black Abbey (in Kilkenny), Malahide Castle (in Malahide) and Castlecomer Discovery Park (in Castlecomer). There's much more to do: take a stroll through Temple Bar, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Jameson Distillery Bow St., walk around St Stephens Green, and stroll the grounds of Glasnevin Cemetery Museum.

For photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read our Dublin travel website.

New Delhi, India to Dublin is an approximately 15-hour flight. Traveling from New Delhi to Dublin, you'll gain 5.5 hours due to the time zone difference. While traveling from New Delhi, expect much colder days and a bit cooler nights in Dublin, ranging from highs of 10°C to lows of 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to drive to Limerick.

Founded by Vikings over a thousand years ago, Limerick sits at the head of the Shannon River's broadening estuary.

Visit Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and Reginald's Tower for their historical value. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Bishop's Palace and Thomond Park Stadium. Explore Limerick's surroundings by going to Mayfield Birds of Prey (in Kilmacthomas), Dromoland Castle (in Newmarket-on-Fergus) and Burren National Park (in Corofin). There's still lots to do: stroll through Cliffs of Moher, kick back and relax at Lahinch Beach, relax and rejuvenate at Lisdoonvarna Spa Wells, and explore the historical opulence of King John's Castle.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Limerick day trip site.

Drive from Dublin to Limerick in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 11°C in December, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can catch the flight back home.