What’s the best time to visit Ireland with family?
While many visitors aim to see Ireland during its summer months (late June to August), for me, the ideal time to visit is around May. This time of year brings comfortable temperatures, with Ireland’s trademark green countryside and wildflowers in bloom. If you’re just passing through, two days will cover the highlights. But three or four days give you time to soak up the atmosphere, explore beyond the city center, and even take a day trip. This guide breaks down how many days you need in Dublin, along with suggested itineraries to help you make the most of your time.In 5 days, you can see some of the best sights a tour of Ireland has to offer. In our opinion, we’d recommend focusing on 1 or 2 areas of Ireland and branching out from the major cities. For example, in 5 days you can tour the Southwest coast, or combine a journey from Belfast and see Northern Ireland.Leave Dublin behind for one day and experience the extreme beauty and culture of Ireland! Our Cliffs of Moher tour from Dublin gives you a great balance of the majestic 700ft Cliffs and the wild limestone Burren National Park on Galway Bay.Seven days will give you enough time to cover most of Ireland’s must-see sites. Once you have explored Dublin and nearby sites, it is time to look for other highlights. Leave for Galway, Ireland’s festival capital.
Where is the best area to stay in Dublin for the first time?
If you’re wondering where to stay in Dublin for the first time, the very trendy Ranelagh and Rathmines are two excellent options. Each is a handy 15-20-minute bus journey from the centre and both are charming, lively areas that have plenty of great cafes, pubs and restaurants. Ballsbridge. One of the best places to stay in Dublin is the very affluent Ballsbridge – a leafy area that’s home to many of Dublin’s embassies. The first reason that I recommend Ballsbridge to people is that, personally, I always feel safe walking here, regardless of the time of day.
What is the nicest month to go to Ireland?
May. Along with september and october, may is the best time to visit ireland. This is the shoulder season and the weather is mild, the days are long and both prices and tourist numbers are yet to skyrocket. Rainfall is extremely common throughout ireland. The wettest months, almost everywhere are december and january. April is the driest month generally but in many southern parts, june is the driest.Travelling on a budget? January, February and November are the cheapest months to visit Ireland. Expect fewer tourists and lower hotel and flight costs, but shorter days, some closed attractions and unpredictable weather.With its warmer days and plentiful events, many consider june through august the best time to visit dublin. Summer is peak season for visitors looking to take advantage of the good weather and therefore it’s also when accommodation is toughest to find and room rates are at their highest.With a daily spend of about $120 per person, you can stay in 2- to 3-star hotels or B&Bs, enjoy hearty pub meals, use public transportation, and take advantage of Ireland’s many free cultural and outdoor activities. Looking to splurge? For a luxury Ireland vacation, expect to spend at least $450 per person, per day.
Is Dublin worth visiting with kids?
There are a tonne of things to do in Dublin with kids! My little ones love visiting their grandparents in Dublin and enjoy our days out seeing the city and beyond. Something I love most about home is we can be in the city, or the mountains, within a short period of time. The Temple Bar Pub Dublin This is the one thing you have to do in Dublin… yes, even with kids! The Temple Bar is probably Dublin’s most popular and famous bar, offering live traditional Irish music every day.