Day Trips in Dublin — FAQ

What are the best day trips from Dublin?
Top day trips are the Cliffs of Moher with Galway, Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains, the Giant’s Causeway and Belfast, and Blarney Castle with Cork.
How far are the Cliffs of Moher from Dublin?
The Cliffs of Moher are about 3 hours from Dublin on Ireland’s west coast, so it’s a long but spectacular full-day trip, usually with Galway and the Burren.
How far is Glendalough from Dublin?
Glendalough, in the Wicklow Mountains, is just about 1 hour from Dublin, making the monastic ruins and lakes an easy and scenic day trip.