Weekend Trips

a crossing on the River Nore and dominates the 'High Town' of Kilkenny

City. Over the eight centuries of its existence, many additions and

alterations have been made to the fabric of the building, making Kilkenny

Castle today a complex structure of various architectural styles.

www.kilkennycastle.ie

Co. Galway: From the city centre location all the way to the hills of Connemara, Galway really

takes in a range of new and old Ireland. Take a bike ride around the Aran Islands or go shopping

in the City Centre. Practice your Irish while visiting Clifden and the beaches of Connemara.

There really is something for everyone in Galway. With the new bypass recently opened,

Galway is a mere 2 and a half hour journey by car, and less than 3 hours on the train. Galway

also has many private bus companies who will offer a service to it as well as hostels to stay in.

County Clare: Take a trip down to the beautiful Cliffs of Moher and the Burren while travelling

through county Clare. Lahinch Beach is known for its fabulous surfing beaches, so if the weather

is decent, why not take a trip down there.

Belfast: Although on the island of Ireland, it is part of Northern Ireland so you will need to

change some Euros into Sterling for shopping! Like Galway, Belfast city has plenty of hostels

and various methods of transport to get you there. Definitely try to visit the Giants Causeway

while you are up there!

www.buseireann.ie

www.irishrail.ie

www.citylinks.ie

www.discoverireland.ie

www.failteireland.ie

www.irishtourist.com

www.studentleapcard.ie

www.paddywagontours.ie