Irish Cities by Rail
Travel by rail to Dublin, Limerick & Galway
Explore Ireland with the comfort of the Irish Rail for 6, 7 or 8 nights. Discover ancient fortresses, peruse markets and take part in the Irish craic on this vacation to Dublin, Limerick and Galway.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- 1 night in Dublin at the North Star Hotel or similar, without breakfast
- One way rail fare from Dublin to Limerick
- 2 nights in Limerick at the Limerick City Hotel or similar, without breakfast
- One way rail fare from Limerick to Galway
- 2 nights in Galway at the Menlo Park Hotel or similar, with breakfast
- One way rail fare from Galway to Dublin
- 1 night in Dublin at the North Star Hotel or similar, without breakfast
Great Ways to Explore
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Experience the famed nightlife of Dublin's Temple Bar district!
- Don’t want to drive in Ireland? The Irish Rail is modern, comfortable and a convenient way to travel.
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Enjoy a pint of Guinness in Dublin, where even the pipes are optimized to enhance the stout's flavor.
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Discover Viking ruins and ancient fortresses!
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Treat yourself to a performance in Gaelic in Galway's National Irish Language Theater.
Get ready for an Irish adventure by rail! Arrive in the capital Dublin and spend your first night acquainting yourself with the Irish way of life.Â
Hop on a train from Dublin to Limerick, where you can explore sights like Arthur’s Quay Park, The Treaty Stone and King John’s Castle. Limerick has gorgeous scenery paired with a colorful city atmosphere - you will have the best of both worlds before heading to your next destination.
From Limerick, it's on to the seaside city of Galway on Ireland's west coast. Take a stroll through the cobblestoned streets and visit St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church and Galway Cathedral. Finally, board the Irish Rail one last time back to Dublin where you'll enjoy your final night in Ireland.Â
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Add the following to your vacation:
- Breakfast daily
- Admission to King John’s Castle
- Tour of Liberties Distillery in Dublin
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- 1 night in Dublin at the North Star Hotel or similar, without breakfast
- One way rail fare from Dublin to Limerick
- 2 nights in Limerick at the Limerick City Hotel or similar, without breakfast
- One way rail fare from Limerick to Galway
- 2 nights in Galway at the Menlo Park Hotel or similar, with breakfast
- One way rail fare from Galway to Dublin
- 1 night in Dublin at the North Star Hotel or similar, without breakfast
-
Experience the famed nightlife of Dublin's Temple Bar district!
- Don’t want to drive in Ireland? The Irish Rail is modern, comfortable and a convenient way to travel.
-
Enjoy a pint of Guinness in Dublin, where even the pipes are optimized to enhance the stout's flavor.
-
Discover Viking ruins and ancient fortresses!
-
Treat yourself to a performance in Gaelic in Galway's National Irish Language Theater.
Get ready for an Irish adventure by rail! Arrive in the capital Dublin and spend your first night acquainting yourself with the Irish way of life.Â
Hop on a train from Dublin to Limerick, where you can explore sights like Arthur’s Quay Park, The Treaty Stone and King John’s Castle. Limerick has gorgeous scenery paired with a colorful city atmosphere - you will have the best of both worlds before heading to your next destination.
From Limerick, it's on to the seaside city of Galway on Ireland's west coast. Take a stroll through the cobblestoned streets and visit St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church and Galway Cathedral. Finally, board the Irish Rail one last time back to Dublin where you'll enjoy your final night in Ireland.Â
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Add the following to your vacation:
- Breakfast daily
- Admission to King John’s Castle
- Tour of Liberties Distillery in Dublin
Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Arrive in the vibrant capital city of Dublin! The history and culture of Dublin make this city a favorite destination in Europe. Stroll across the Ha’Penny Bridge, visit the Guinness Storehouse, check out the Book of Kells at Trinity College or just wander the cobblestoned streets and feel the warm embrace of Irish hospitality.
The Address Connolly is ideally located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, just a short walk from all of Dublin’s most popular venues, shopping streets, entertainment districts, and tourist attractions. This design-driven hotel offers an eclectic mix of luxe interiors and traditional design pieces all sourced from and crafted in Ireland.
The Address Connolly promises the ultimate 4-star hotel experience full of special touches that surprise and delight. The Address Connolly boasts newly refurbished guestrooms, its own fitness center, and Scandinavian saunas, plus the independently branded bar and restaurant within the hotel, McGettigans Cookhouse. The Cookhouse provides a casual, diverse, and relaxed dining environment serving international cuisine with an extensive cocktail list, craft beers, and specially selected wines. The food curation focuses on sustainability, seasonality, and locality for its inspiration and is open for both lunch and dinner.
Day 2. Dublin - Limerick
Today, board the luxurious Irish Rail at Heuston Station in Dublin and head to Limerick, a major city situated along the River Shannon. Upon arrival, stroll the medieval streets of the old town and take plenty of photos of St. John's square, lined with Georgian townhouses.
Train to Limerick!
Limerick City Hotel is located in the heart of Limerick on Lower Mallow Street, just off Henry Street and on the Shannon Bridge Roundabout at the end of the Dock Road-easily accessible from Shannon, Cork & Kerry.
This hotel is within walking distance from Limerick Colbert Train & Bus Station and near a host of Irish heritage sites including picturesque towns of Adare, Grange and Louch Gur, You can also explore Clare's Burren district, Cliffs of Moher and Ailwee Caves, all just a short 40-minute drive from the Hotel.
This stunning hotel features 99 contemporary guestrooms with space, style and sophistication. The Absolute Bar & Grill includes an outdoor terrace overlooking the Abbey River and serves fresh and modern international cuisine in relaxed, informal surroundings. The luxurious spa offers a range of relaxing body and beauty treatments, including a salt grotto, tropical showers and a crystal steam room.
Day 3. Limerick
Take time today to explore the sights in and around Limerick. Within the city center, you can explore King John's Castle, Arthur’s Quay Park and The Treaty Stone, as well as several excellent museums.
You can also head just outside of the city to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, a 15th-century castle and 19th-century village that brings history alive!
Day 4. Limerick - Galway
Say goodbye to Limerick as you board a train to Galway, known as Ireland's most "Irish" city! While in the eclectic city of Galway you are going to want to visit the stunning St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church and the Galway Cathedral. The art scene is very popular here so you will find many galleries and showcases to visit if you’d like.
Train to Galway!
Check-in - Menlo Park Hotel
Located on its own private grounds, this elegant and romantic 4-star hotel is just a 15 minute walk from Galway’s city center and a 5 minute walk from the nearest shopping center. The property is within easy access from main roads, making it easy to see Connemara and Burren if you have your own rental car.
Menlo Park Hotel features 70 stylish guest rooms including spacious bathrooms and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests will not be disappointed with the tempting choice of delicious eating options available. The Bia Beo Restaurant offers an extensive wine list and hearty food made with fresh, locally sourced produce. For something more relaxed, The Bar Beoga serves fresh coffee and an extensive bar food menu in a traditional Galway pub atmosphere.
Day 5. Galway
Today, why not schedule a day trip to the Cliffs of Moher? This iconic natural landmark offers stunning views over the Atlantic to the Aran Islands. You could also spend time in the rugged Connemara National Park and visit Kylemore Abbey, a 19th-century lakeside castle and Benedictine monastery.
Day 6. Galway - Dublin
Board the train at Ceannt Station in Galway and arrive two hours later at Heuston Station in Dublin where you will spend your last two nights.
This is a good time to visit any sights you missed the first night or just simply soak in the dynamic atmosphere that Dublin possesses.Â
Train to Dublin!
The Address Connolly is ideally located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, just a short walk from all of Dublin’s most popular venues, shopping streets, entertainment districts, and tourist attractions. This design-driven hotel offers an eclectic mix of luxe interiors and traditional design pieces all sourced from and crafted in Ireland.
The Address Connolly promises the ultimate 4-star hotel experience full of special touches that surprise and delight. The Address Connolly boasts newly refurbished guestrooms, its own fitness center, and Scandinavian saunas, plus the independently branded bar and restaurant within the hotel, McGettigans Cookhouse. The Cookhouse provides a casual, diverse, and relaxed dining environment serving international cuisine with an extensive cocktail list, craft beers, and specially selected wines. The food curation focuses on sustainability, seasonality, and locality for its inspiration and is open for both lunch and dinner.
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Depart Ireland today from Dublin Airport.
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.