6 days in Ireland & Belfast Itinerary

Malahide is an affluent coastal suburban town outside Dublin city in Fingal, Ireland. On the 2nd (Fri), take some stellar pictures from Howth Head and then explore the historical opulence of Malahide Castle.

To find ratings, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Malahide day trip tool.

London, UK to Malahide is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. In October, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) early enough to go by car to Waterford.

Ireland's oldest city, Waterford maintains its small-town charm and attracts a growing number of travelers with its rich history, lively nightlife, and thriving festival scene.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): explore the landscape on two wheels at Waterford Greenway and then examine the collection at King of the Vikings.

To see reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Waterford journey maker app.

Traveling by car from Malahide to Waterford takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. In October, daytime highs in Waterford are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 3rd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Cork.

One of the country's major artistic and cultural centers, famed for its many annual festivals, Cork straddles the Lee River and boasts over 30 bridges.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Kinsale Mead Co.

To see traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read our Cork visit planner.

Traveling by car from Waterford to Cork takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. October in Cork sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Limerick.

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

On the 4th (Sun), paddle through the water with Get West.

For maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read Limerick itinerary planner.

You can drive from Cork to Limerick in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to drive to Galway.

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.

On the 5th (Mon), stroll around Eyre Square and then paddle through the water with Kayakmor.

For maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Galway trip planner.

Traveling by car from Limerick to Galway takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Galway are 14°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Sligo.

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

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Mon): look for gifts at Liber.

To find ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Sligo trip planner.

Traveling by car from Galway to Sligo takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In October, daily temperatures in Sligo can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Belfast.

A city with character, Belfast remains a great place for a leisurely exploration, as it is still relatively undiscovered by foreign tourists, who usually opt to visit Dublin instead.

On the 6th (Tue), contemplate the long history of Parliament Buildings.

For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Belfast road trip app.

You can drive from Sligo to Belfast in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in October, and nighttime lows around 10°C. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Belfast.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Wed): make a trip to City Hall, then steep yourself in history at Crumlin Road Gaol, and then examine the collection at Titanic Belfast.

Inspirock's itinerary builder makes planning a Belfast trip simple and quick.

Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can travel back home.