45 days in Western Ireland Itinerary

A major hub for visitors exploring Ireland's western regions, Galway serves as a city of art and culture, renowned for its vibrant lifestyle and numerous festivals.

Get out of town with these interesting Galway side-trips: Rock of Cashel (in Cashel), Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (in Bunratty) and Cliffs of Moher (in Liscannor). Next up on the itinerary: cruise along Wild Atlantic Way, take an in-depth tour of Galway City Museum, make a trip to Eyre Square, and explore the striking landscape at The Burren.

To see maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read Galway visit planner .

Lahore, Pakistan to Galway is an approximately 22-hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 5 hours traveling from Lahore to Galway. While traveling from Lahore, expect colder days and a bit cooler nights in Galway, ranging from highs of 7°C to lows of 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to travel to Inishmore.

Inishmore represents the largest of the Aran Islands and has a strong commitment to maintaining the Irish language, culture, and ancient attractions.

Inishmore is known for historic sites, outdoors, trails, beaches, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Dun Aonghasa, look for gifts at Lia Arann, don't miss a visit to Teampall Bhean'in, and explore the ancient world of Dun Eoghanachta.

To find traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Inishmore holiday tool .

You can do a combination of taxi and ferry from Galway to Inishmore in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 10°C in February, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Clifden.

The town of Clifden represents a beloved Victorian style and is known for its position along County Galway's coast.

Get out of town with these interesting Clifden side-trips: Leenane (Killary Sheep Farm & Glassilaun Beach), Louisburgh (Silver Strand & Uggool Beach) and Oughterard (Aughnanure Castle & Glengowla Mines). The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden, take in the dramatic natural features at Diamond Hill, make a trip to Sky Rd, and step off the mainland to explore Omey Island.

To see ratings, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Clifden online road trip planner .

You can do a combination of ferry and taxi from Inishmore to Clifden in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Westport.

Renowned for its Georgian architecture, Westport sits in the shadows of Croagh Patrick, considered the holiest mountain in Ireland.

Get out of town with these interesting Westport side-trips: Ballina (The North Mayo Heritage Centre, Jackie Clarke Collection, & more), Cong (Ashford Castle, Mary of the Rosary Roman Catholic Church, & more) and Murder Mystery Ireland (in Foxford). Next up on the itinerary: cruise along Atlantic Drive on Achill Island, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Aughagower Church, paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and get engrossed in the history at Hennigan's Heritage Centre.

For traveler tips, reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Westport day trip website .

Drive from Clifden to Westport in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. February in Westport sees daily highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Achill Island.

Dramatic rocky cliffs, rolling green hills, and a meandering coastline buffeted by a wild ocean make a trip to Achill Island one of the best opportunities to snapping memorable photos of classic Irish landscapes.

Achill Island is known for nature, historic sites, beaches, zoos & aquariums, and adventure. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the waterfront views at Keem Bay, explore the galleries of Ronan Halpin Gallery, don't miss a visit to Deserted Village, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Minaun.

To find where to stay, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Achill Island road trip planning website .

You can drive from Westport to Achill Island in an hour. In February, daily temperatures in Achill Island can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can drive to Belmullet.

Belmullet or Béal an Mhuirthead is a coastal Gaeltacht town with a population of around 1,000 on the Mullet Peninsula in the barony of Erris, County Mayo, Ireland. Change things up with these side-trips from Belmullet: Downpatrick Head (in Ballycastle) and Carrowmore Beach (in Carrowmore-Lacken). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Cross Beach Loop Walk, make a trip to Ceide Fields, steep yourself in history at Cross Abbey, and get great views at Dun na mBo.

To see more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Belmullet tour builder tool .

Drive from Achill Island to Belmullet in 1.5 hours. In February in Belmullet, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and 2°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Sligo.

Despite its small size, Sligo serves as a major center of culture, commerce, and entertainment in the northwestern section of Ireland.

Explore Sligo's surroundings by going to Glenveagh Castle (in Letterkenny), Slieve League (in Carrick) and Donegal Town (Lough Eske & Donegal Castle). Spend the 8th (Sun) exploring nature at Glenveagh National Park. There's lots more to do: discover the riches below the earth's surface at Arigna Mining Experience, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Benbulben, make a trip to Rosses Point, and kick back and relax at Strandhill Beach.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Sligo route planner .

Drive from Belmullet to Sligo in 2 hours. Traveling from Belmullet in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Sligo, with lows of 6°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) so you can travel back home.