Waterford is proud of its status as Ireland`s oldest city, and you can see that pride in the center of town, called The Viking Triangle. The Vikings founded Waterford in 914 CE, making the settlement on the River Suir older than such cities as Oslo and Copenhagen. The Viking era was particularly the golden era for Waterford, and today you can learn about them here. Apart from its long and storied history, people the world over recognize Waterford for its beautiful hand-crafted crystal pieces. You can learn how it`s made and purchase some of your own in the show palace called the House of Waterford Crystal. No matter how long your stay is, your experience in Waterford is sure to be as Irish as hand-crafted crystal.
With a Rental Car you have the flexibility to visit several of the most beautiful destinations in Ireland, on your terms!. Begin your desired stay in Dublin (centuries of literary tradition, intimate pubs and trendy cafes all set among lush green backdrops); then, pick up your car and visit Waterford (home to famous Waterford Crystal; clear, pristine beaches and pretty villages perched on the edge of beautiful bays). Continue to Killarney (Muckross House and Gardens, Ring of Kerry); then, to Galway(Connemara and Kylemore Abbey are stunning and not to be missed places to discover). From here, you continue to Westport, in county Mayo (a quaint Georgian Estate town); and finally, visit Sligo (Yeats County) before returning to Dublin for one last stay . This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
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Ireland is the perfect country for driving. There are lots of charming towns along the way, each worth a stop and a visit in which ever route you choose to explore.
Driving Time
Dublin -Waterford: 2 hrs. 20 mins. approx.
Waterford - Kilkenny: 45 mins. approx.
Kilkenny - Dublin: 1 hr. 35 mins. approx.
Driving Time
Dublin - Waterford: 2 hrs. 15 mins. approx.
Waterford - County Kerry: 2 hrs. 55 mins. approx.
County Kerry - Limerick: 1 hr. 30 mins. approx.
Limerick - Shannon Airport: 30 mins. approx.
Driving Time
Shannon Airport - Limerick: 30 mins. approx.
Limerick - Killarney: 1 hr. 40 mins. approx.
Killarney - Waterford: 2 hrs. 50 mins. approx.
Waterford - Dublin: 2 hrs. approx.
Driving Time
Shannon - Limerick: 30 mins. approx.
Limerick - Galway: 1 hr. 20 mins. approx.
Galway - Dublin: 2 hrs. 20 mins. approx.
Dublin - Waterford: 2 hrs. 10 mins. approx.
Waterford - County Cork: 2 hrs. 10 mins. approx.
County Cork - County Kerry: 1 hr. 15 mins. approx.
County Kerry - Limerick: 1 hr. 25 mins. approx.
Limerick - Shannon: 30 mins. approx.
Driving Time
Shannon Airport - Ennis: 30 mins. approx.
Ennis - Killarney: 2 hrs. 10 mins. approx.
Killarney - Waterford: 2 hr. 55 mins. approx.
Waterford - Dublin: 2 hrs. approx.
Driving Time
Dublin - Waterford: 2 hrs. 10 mins. approx.
Waterford - Kilkenny: 45 mins. approx.
Kilkenny - Dublin: 1 hr. 35 mins. approx.