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Road Trip Ireland – Something for Everyone

Dublin – fun-loving metropolis

Start your round trip through Ireland in Dublin. The joie de vivre of this city will quickly cast a spell over you. An exciting mix of modernity and tradition awaits you here. Start your sightseeing tour in Grafton Street. The shopping mile of Dublin offers a variety of small shops and cafes.

After the shopping tour you should treat yourself to a little refreshment. We recommend the “Bewley’s Oriental Café”. This gem delights every visitor. Furnishing and architecture are pure art nouveau. Perhaps you will enjoy a “Full Irish Breakfeast” here. This is the best refreshment in Ireland for a long day.

After the café visit, a little culture could be on the agenda. Visit Christchurch Cathedral. The 19th century neo-Gothic architecture captivates many visitors. The National Museum is also worth a visit. The collection of Celtic art is impressive.

In betting fever

But now it’s time to add a little extra to your travel fund. Make your way to Greyhound Stadium. This is where the greyhound races are held. Dare to place a bet and watch the exciting race. A long look at the crowd can also be rewarding.

On to the pub and then to bed

By now it’s evening. Time to explore one (or one, depending on your taste) of the capital’s legendary pubs. We recommend “John Mulligan’s” in Poolbeg Street. They have been serving beer here since 1782. But not only in the pub, also in the hotel, you can experience Irish history. The Shelbourne in Stephen’s Green offers tradition and great comfort. The house was opened in 1824.

My mother’s ashes

The next day the journey takes us west. Limerick is the destination. The fourth largest city in Ireland led a shadowy existence for a long time. Many houses were dilapidated, Limerick was considered poor. But in recent years, the city council has done a lot for the redevelopment and Limerick shines in the old splendor.
Literature lovers will be familiar with the place. Large parts of the best-selling novel “My Mother’s Ashes” are set here.

Castle and country life

Just 15 kilometres from Limerick, one of the island’s tourist highlights now awaits. Bunratty Castle and Folk Park attracts tourists in droves. The castle was built in 1450 and lovingly restored in the second half of the last century.

Maybe you’ll be lucky enough to attend a medieval banquet, held regularly in the reception hall. Medieval music and dancing accompany the meal. But the adjoining Folk Park is also worth a visit. Here, it is shown how the rural life of Ireland was formed in the past. The tourists can watch how baking, pottery and carpentry is done. A performance of Irish folk dances is also on the programme.

Golf – The Irish National Sport

To end the day, you should swing the clubs. Ireland has a variety of beautiful golf courses. Unlike here, golf is a popular sport. Rent some clubs, pay the green fee and play away. You will find that golf is harder than you think. But it’s also a lot of fun.