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Europe Ireland Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland Tourist Information Best Time to Visit

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Best Time to Visit

The guide was updated: 2024-09-16

Influenced by the Gulf Stream, Ireland has a mild climate with summer temperatures generally ranging from 14 to 16 degrees Celsius (60-70 Fahrenheit). The temperatures are generally around 10 degrees Celsius (50 degree Fahrenheit) in spring and autumn and between 4 and 7 degrees Celsius (30-40 degrees Fahrenheit) in winter. Irish landscapes are at their best during summer, which means it is also peak season. It might be worth it to choose late spring and early autumn for your trip, in order to find lower rates and still enjoy, long days, pleasant weather and outdoor activities.

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Passport / Visa

Passport / Visa

Citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area (Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) and Switzerland can enter Ireland without a visa. Citizens of a further 56 countries, including many in the Americas, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and more are also visa-exempt. A short-stay visa waiver programme allows visitors of certain nationalities to enter Ireland visa-free if they are in possession of a UK type "C" visa, and have gone through initial immigration clearance in the UK. Holders of a Residence Card of a family member of a Union citizen, or of a red United Nations laissez-passer also enjoy a visa exemption. For those who do need a visa, one should be applied for in advance via an Irish embassy or consulate closest to them. Some nationalities also require a transit visa, even if they do not plan to leave the airport en route to their final destination. Check whether you need a visa, and what prerequisites and fees may apply: www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/check-irish-visa

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

Influenced by the Gulf Stream, Ireland has a mild climate with summer temperatures generally ranging from 14 to 16 degrees Celsius (60-70 Fahrenheit). The temperatures are generally around 10 degrees Celsius (50 degree Fahrenheit) in spring and autumn and between 4 and 7 degrees Celsius (30-40 degrees Fahrenheit) in winter. Irish landscapes are at their best during summer, which means it is also peak season. It might be worth it to choose late spring and early autumn for your trip, in order to find lower rates and still enjoy, long days, pleasant weather and outdoor activities.

Airports

Airports

To begin your journey on the Wild Atlantic Way, you can arrive at any of the airports scattered around the country. Here is a list of the main ones. Dublin Airport (DUB), Dublin www.dublinairport.com Shannon Airport (SNN), County Clare www.shannonairport.ie Ireland West International Airport at Knock (NOC), County Mayo www.irelandwestairport.com Cork Airport (ORK), County Cork www.corkairport.com Kerry Airport (KIR), County Kerry www.kerryairport.ie All the airports are served by Bus Éireann. For more information, check on www.buseireann.ie Taxis and car rental are also usually available at the airports.

Public transport

Public transport

The national bus service provider in Ireland is Bus Éireann. For information on bus times, tickets and prices go to: www.buseireann.ie The national railway company is called Irish Rail. For information on rail services go to www.irishrail.ie Information about public transport in Ireland is also provided on the website www.transportforireland.ie

Driving

Driving

If you intend to rent a car for an Wild Atlantic Way road trip, make sure to familiarise yourself with the Irish road rules. In particular, pay attention to the speed limits: 120km on motorways; 100km on national roads; 80km on regional and local roads; 50km in a built-up area. Also remember that, unlike in other countries, you'll be driving on the left-hand side of the road. Before hiring a vehicle please ensure you have a valid driving licence. Note that booking is advisable, especially during holidays. One of the companies offering this service is Irish Car Rentals. For more information, visit www.irishcarrentals.com

Post

Post

Postal services in Ireland are provided by An Post. Each town has its own post office or more than one. Generally speaking, post offices are open from 9am to 5.30 pm during weekdays and 9am-1pm on Saturday. In larger towns, the Saturday opening hours may be extended. Use the link below to locate the nearest post office.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Pharmacies can be found in every town and they are usually marked by a brand logo. General working hours are from 9am to 17.30pm, but they can be extended according to the pharmacy. Look for the nearest pharmacy at the link below.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +353

Electricity

Electricity

230v/50Hz. Socket type: G

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