An authentic St. Patrick's Day experience in Ireland
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with three nights in Dublin at a central 4‑star hotel, enjoying parades, music, and cultural festivities. Use your Dublin Pass to explore top attractions and family-friendly events like funfairs and circus shows. Then travel at your own pace through Ireland, staying in B&Bs where warm hospitality and local charm await each evening.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- 3 nights in Dublin at the Ashling Hotel
- Dublin Pass (2-Day)
- Manual, economy rental car for 5 nights – upgrade to automatic available
- Pick up Dublin City Centre, Drop off Dublin Airport
- 3 nights in your choice of B&Bs throughout Ireland
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
In Dublin, stay near Phoenix Park and the Guinness Storehouse.
- Enjoy your included Dublin Pass for access to the city's top attractions.
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with colorful parades, traditional music, and city‑wide festivities.
Explore the Emerald Isle at your own pace, staying in charming B&Bs of your choice.
Indulge in local food and drinks to celebrate St Patrick’s Day.
Spend three nights in Dublin in a centrally-located 4‑star hotel near Phoenix Park and the Guinness Storehouse. The city bursts to life with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including a grand parade themed “Eachtraí (Adventures)” and vibrant pageantry. Join half a million spectators as they gather to enjoy colorful floats, marching bands, and cultural tributes.
Use your Dublin Pass to visit top attractions like EPIC, Dublinia, and the National Museum of Ireland, many offering special festival events. Families can enjoy the City Funfair, a festive Treasure Hunt, and whimsical circus acts. Irish tunes fill the air with trad sessions in pubs and headline concerts at nearby music halls and arenas.
The second leg of your trip allows you to experience the comfort of welcoming bed and breakfasts scattered throughout Ireland. After days filled with exploration and discovery, return each evening to the warmth of homely surroundings and friendly hosts eager to share local tips and stories. Staying in a B&B offers a truly authentic taste of Irish hospitality.
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.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- 3 nights in Dublin at the Ashling Hotel
- Dublin Pass (2-Day)
- Manual, economy rental car for 5 nights – upgrade to automatic available
- Pick up Dublin City Centre, Drop off Dublin Airport
- 3 nights in your choice of B&Bs throughout Ireland
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
In Dublin, stay near Phoenix Park and the Guinness Storehouse.
- Enjoy your included Dublin Pass for access to the city's top attractions.
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with colorful parades, traditional music, and city‑wide festivities.
Explore the Emerald Isle at your own pace, staying in charming B&Bs of your choice.
Indulge in local food and drinks to celebrate St Patrick’s Day.
Package Overview
Spend three nights in Dublin in a centrally-located 4‑star hotel near Phoenix Park and the Guinness Storehouse. The city bursts to life with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including a grand parade themed “Eachtraí (Adventures)” and vibrant pageantry. Join half a million spectators as they gather to enjoy colorful floats, marching bands, and cultural tributes.
Use your Dublin Pass to visit top attractions like EPIC, Dublinia, and the National Museum of Ireland, many offering special festival events. Families can enjoy the City Funfair, a festive Treasure Hunt, and whimsical circus acts. Irish tunes fill the air with trad sessions in pubs and headline concerts at nearby music halls and arenas.
The second leg of your trip allows you to experience the comfort of welcoming bed and breakfasts scattered throughout Ireland. After days filled with exploration and discovery, return each evening to the warmth of homely surroundings and friendly hosts eager to share local tips and stories. Staying in a B&B offers a truly authentic taste of Irish hospitality.
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.
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Day 1. Welcome to Ireland!
Arrive in Dublin, then head to your hotel before venturing out to explore. Consider a walk along the River Liffey, where lively performances such as Pop Up Paddy's Cabaret and the Bumble Blossom Fairy’s bubble act provide family-friendly entertainment. Consider utilizing your Dublin Pass to explore a few iconic landmarks in the afternoon. End the day with a relaxed dinner at Fade Street Social or Bunsen.
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You'll know when you've arrived at the Ashling Hotel in Dublin City - a genuinely warm welcome, spacious bedrooms, strategic location and friendly, professional staff - all combine to offer you a unique 4-star experience.
The hotel is located right beside Heuston Station, the National Museum of Ireland, Guinness Storehouse, Phoenix Park and Dublin Zoo. You can travel by tram on the Luas red line to Dublin city center, only minutes away. The Ashling Hotel is located on Parkgate Street, Dublin 8, near Smithfield.
The 2-Day Dublin Pass is an easy-to-use digital pass which offers you free entry to 30+ iconic tourist attractions, magnificent landmarks and tours, including an informative 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tour. Save time and money off the normal admission prices, and visit this incredible city at your own pace, while paying nothing at the gate. What’s more, a free digital guidebook is also included. The more you see, the more you save!
The Dublin Pass includes:
• Free Entry to 30+ attractions
• 1-day Hop-on-Hop-off bus tour
• Discounts & exclusive offers on restaurants, tours, shopping & more
• Ultimate flexibility in planning your own vacation
• Access to your Pass, digital guidebook, map, attraction information and more, all from your smartphone with the Dublin Pass app
There is no need to select which attractions you'd like to see before you purchase the Pass; you can pick and choose any of the attractions as you go. This allows you to change your mind and wait and see how you feel in the moment. You'll receive the Pass digitally in your client portal after you've purchased, and you'll then have the option to print off your Pass at home or download it onto the free Dublin Pass app and use it straight from your phone. Once you have your Pass, it's ready to use. All you have to do is turn up at your first chosen attraction and get your Pass scanned for admission (please check individual attractions for reservation details, in case you need to book beforehand). The Dublin Pass app is free and available for both Apple and Android devices. The app includes your Pass(es), guidebook, itineraries, and more.
Please refer to the Dublin Pass app for the complete listing of attractions and tours, and for any special instructions needed to gain entry. Most attractions do not require a reservation, however, some may need to be reserved in advance. It also recommended that you check the website of an individual attraction prior to arriving, for the most current hours of operation, in order to avoid disappointment. Your Dublin Pass is valid for two consecutive calendar days, so it is recommended that you start using your pass first thing in the morning to get the most usage of it. Additionally, passes are valid at each attraction only once per pass duration, which means you can’t visit the same attraction twice.
Day 2. Dublin
Begin the day with a relaxing walk through one of Dublin’s scenic parks before continuing your exploration of the city with your included pass. In the evening, enjoy live street performances from Irish musicians and end the night with a pint and traditional music at The Cobblestone or The Brazen Head.
St. Patrick's Cathedral - Dublin, Ireland
Day 3. Dublin
Keep the St. Patrick’s Day festivities going by joining the city-wide parade or exploring interactive family-friendly zones filled with games and performances. In the afternoon, head to Merrion Square West for the lively Céilí Mór, where former Riverdancer Dearbhla Lennon leads an unforgettable Irish dance celebration open to all skill levels.
As evening falls, enjoy live music from both scheduled and surprise acts across the city, then end the day with a festive dinner at one of Dublin’s renowned restaurants.
Saint Patrick's day parade in Dublin, Ireland
Day 4. Dublin - Ireland Bed & Breakfast
After enjoying breakfast, pick up your rental car and journey to your first cozy Bed & Breakfast.
Consider a visit to Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city. Founded by Vikings, Waterford’s rich history can be felt at every corner and building. While exploring this ancient city, you’ll want to visit the famous crystal factory to see how it’s made.
Check-in - Ireland Bed and Breakfast
Your chosen B&B in Ireland,
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Staying in an Ireland Bed and Breakfast offers travelers the complete flexibility of creating their own itinerary. You must select your accommodations ahead of time directly at http://www.reserveabandb.com. To ensure the best availability, it's recommended that you pre-book your B&Bs as far in advance as possible. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors.
All Irish B&B's pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. Draw on the local knowledge, personal touch and warm welcome of your Irish hosts. Learn about all the best local restaurants, pubs, shops, attractions and activities. Your hosts specialize in the best services available from golf to walking tours of the area, to adventure breaks and much more.
Why Stay in a B&B?
- Most bed and breakfasts are owned by the B&B operators themselves, who usually live on the premises. It's natural to expect that B&B operators who live in their own B&B's will bring a different perspective to the job.
- At B&B's, "customers" are truly guests, and it shows. The B&B owners will gladly help you find the best restaurant in town, the best pubs, point you to the best tourist attractions and local amenities and much much more. Many B&B's depend on word-of-mouth recommendations.
Combine those two factors and it's easy to see why B&B owners go out of their way to make sure your stay provides some great memories of Ireland.
*B&B check-in is between 3:00pm and 6:00pm..
Day 5. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Explore the vibrant city of Limerick, where centuries-old heritage blends seamlessly with a modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere. As Ireland’s inaugural City of Culture in 2014, Limerick offers a rich mix of experiences—from historic landmarks that echo its mediaeval past to a dynamic array of shops, galleries, and cultural venues that showcase its contemporary spirit.
Irish Bed & Breakfast
Day 6. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Wrap up your Irish adventure with a visit to the lively and colorful city of Galway. Often celebrated as the “most Irish” of Ireland’s cities, Galway offers a unique cultural experience where you might catch the melodic sounds of Gaelic drifting through the streets and local storefronts.
Spend your day browsing vibrant galleries and charming shops, then unwind in the evening with a plate of the city’s famous freshwater oysters—an ideal way to savor the spirit and flavor of Galway one last time.
Dunguaire castle at sunset, Co. Galway, Ireland
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Say goodbye to your hosts, squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage, and make your way to the airport to return your rental car and board your flight home.
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