Nous sommes deux amies à partir pour un long week-end (5 jours) à Dublin et nous nous posons quelques questions.
Premièrement nous avons prévu de partir durant l'été, pour des questions de congés et techniques vis-à-vis de nos emplois respectifs. Comment est la saison estivale en Irlande ? Quel climat trouverons nous ?
Par ailleurs, nous arriverons en avion sur les coups de 19h30 (heure locale). De ce fait, pouvez-vous nous renseigner quant aux transferts existants vers le centre ville ? Y'a t'il encore des navettes à cette heure ci ? Des taxis facilement exploitables ? Un métro ? Le transfert est-il long ?
Nous n'avons pas encore réservé notre hôtel, nous hésitons entre le Bloom's hotel, le Day's Inn Hotel et le Harding Hotel... Les prix sont un peu près les mêmes. Connaissez-vous ces hotels ? En avez-vous peut-etre d'autres à nous conseiller (en restant dans les même prix, environ 60€ la nuit) ????
Après tout cela, le plus important !!!! Que nous conseillez-vous de faire en ville ? De voire ? De visiter ? Comment se déplacer au mieux ? Bus ? Metro ?
Par ailleurs, nous avons également le désir de nous immerger un peu dans la campagne verdoyante irlandaise... Nous avons donc un peu regarder sur l'office du tourisme et il y a deux excursions que nous souhaitons faire : Dans la vallée de la Boyne à la découverte des vestiges et légendes celtiques et une excursion d'une journée à Glendalough dans la vallée des deux lacs. Qu'en pensez-vous ? Nous recommanderez-vous d'autres sorties à la place de celles-ci ?
Le soir, quel restaurant nous conseillez-vous ? Quelles sont les spécialités locales ?
A part çà, le soir nous souhaitons également sortir et profiter des bonnes soirées irlandaises avec une bonne pinte !!! Quels bars à nous conseiller ? Nous cherchons une ambiance festive, évidemment !
Il n'y a pas de métro à Dublin. Le moyen de transport principal est le bus mais c'est cher et pas toujours super efficace (qui dit bus dit bouchons surtout aux heures de pointe). Pour visiter cette ville, l'idéal reste la marche à pied.
L'été, il fait autour de 20°C les beaux jours mais il peut aussi faire dans les 10-15°C surtout lorsqu'il pleut. Le temps peut changer plusieurs fois au cours d'une même journée. Donc n'oubliez pas une veste imperméable et des vêtements un peu chauds (sans parler d'anorak et de moufles quand même 😄 ). Dublin est assez venté donc un parapluie n'est pas toujours une bonne idée.
Pour le transfert depuis l'aéroport, le moins cher reste de prendre le bus N°16 (3,05 euros l'aller-simple jusqu'au centre ville). C'est un bus de ville donc sans soute alors si vous êtes un peu chargées ce n'est pas l'idéal surtout quand il est plein. Il faut payer en cash uniquement (sauf si vous avez un billet Rambler voir ci-dessous) et donner la somme exacte car le chauffeur ne rend pas la monnaie (comme dans tous les bus dublinois).
Il y a aussi le Aircoach pour 12 euros l'aller-retour ou (7€ l'aller simple) mais c'est un bus "de route" donc place assise garantie + soute à bagages. Vous pouvez réserver en ligne ou acheter le billet sur place.
Enfin, vous avez le Airlink, bus de ville lui aussi mais au même tarif que le Aircoach. Prendre le Airlink n'a d'intérêt que si vous prenez le "5 Day Rambler" qui est un billet vous permettant de vous déplacer en bus (Dublin Bus uniquement) pendant 5 jours sans limitation. Il coute 23 euros et existe aussi en version 1 jour ou 3 jours. http://www.dublinbus.ie/...ion/Tourist-Tickets/.
Vous pourrez sans problème prendre un de ces bus le soir.
En bus, le trajet prend entre 35 et 45 min selon où vous vous arrêtez dans le centre ville. Comptez plutôt 1h si vous voyagez aux heures de pointe.
En taxi comptez 30 euros l'aller et une demi heure de trajet environ.
Pour planifier vos trajets à Dublin (ou autour), je vous conseille le site http://hittheroad.ie/qui vous propose plusieurs options et indique aussi le prix du trajet.
Personnellement, je préfère les B&B ou les guesthouses que les hôtels. C'est plus petit et ça a plus de charme mais les hôtels que vous avez choisi sont bien placés.
Par contre, une chambre au Harding avec lits jumeaux c'est plutôt 80/90 euros/nuit l'été (hors promo).
Glendalough est un très bel endroit, je ne connais pas la vallée de la Boyne mais je connais des gens qui sont allés à Newgrange et qui ont apprécié la visite.
Howth est aussi un village de pêcheurs sympa à visiter quand il fait beau (surtout pour le port et les balades à faire). On peut y apercevoir des phoques. On y accède depuis le centre de Dublin en DART (train de banlieue). Le trajet depuis la gare de Connolly dure une demi heure et coute 6,10€ l'aller-retour.
Coté visites à Dublin même, j'ai bien aimé:
- les musées d’archéologie et d'histoire naturelle (gratuits)
- Phoenix Park (2nd plus grand parc citadin d'Europe)
- Le zoo qui est à l'intérieur de Phoenix Park. Il est grand et assez boisé donc ça vaut le coup que ce soit pour les animaux ou la balade.
- Les jardins botaniques qui sont gratuits eux aussi et sont vraiment beaux (même à la fin de l'été il y a encore beaucoup de fleurs).
- Le château est sympa mais il est entouré de bâtiments modernes ce qui gâche un peu le charme.
- Trinity College (pour l'architecture car je n'ai pas visité la bibliothèque).
Je vous remercie chaleureusement pour cette réponse haute en détails ! Nous y voyons un peu plus clair maintenant.
Je vais essayer de me renseigner sur les B&B et les guesthouses comme vous le conseillez...Après c'est vrai que nous aimons bien l'hôtel car on aime notre tranquillité une fois rentrées. A voir !
Par contre, pouvez vous juste encore me renseigner quant aux restaurants et pubs ? Quelles sont les habitudes des Irlandais en matière de nourriture ? Ou déjeunent-ils ? Ou dinent-Ils ? A quelle heure ? Quoi ? Etc...
Par ailleurs, sur tous les sites on parle de ce fameux Temple Bar ! De quoi s'agit-il ? Quelle est la particularité de ce pub ?
J'ai fait les 2: hotels et B&B et je peux vous assurer qu'on peut être "tranquilles" dans les deux. Rien ne vous oblige à discuter avec vos hôtes le soir par exemple et il y a moins de chambres dans les B&B dont moins de passage (et lez bruit qui va avec) que dans les hôtels Mais les deux ont leurs avantages, c'est sur.
Le matin, que ce soit à l'hôtel ou ailleurs, vous aurez droit à un petit dej typique: oeufs, bacon, tomate, boudin, champignons (voire pommes de terre) et saucisses le tout accompagné avec du pain de mie, du "brown bread" ou des scones. Parfois, on vous proposera aussi un plat chaud: poisson...ou des aliments plus "conventionnels" pour nous français. C'est souvent très copieux donc ça permet d'économiser un peu le midi car les restaurants (et la nourriture) sont chers en Irlande.
Le midi, les Irlandais ne mangent souvent qu'un sandwich, vont au fast-food ou grignotent. Malheureusement, les jeunes (et certains moins jeunes aussi) ont été conquis par la "cuisine" américaine et vous trouverez donc pas mal de malbouffe en Irlande.
Le soir, ils mangent assez tôt (dès 18h voire avant)mais les restos eux, ferment souvent vers 22h.
Coté spécialités, il y a le Irish Stew qui est un ragout d'agneau avec des légumes dont des pommes de terre (on en mange beaucoup là bas). Coté pain, il y le "soda bread" qui contient du bicarbonate de soude mais pas de levure.
Les irlandais mangent aussi pas mal de bœuf et de poisson (fish & chips). Il y a aussi des fromages irlandais comme le Cashel (bleu). Pour finir, il y a le fameux "Irish Coffee": café + whisky + chantilly.
Étant étudiante, je n'avais pas les moyens d'aller au restaurant souvent (et quand j'y suis allée ce n'était pas à Dublin) donc je ne pourrais pas vous conseiller. Je suis allée au Bewley's Cafe sur Grafton Street et, à part le service pas top, c'était sympa (pour prendre un brunch ou un vrai repas). Je vous conseille de faire un tour sur Trip Advisor pour trouver de bons restos proposant de la cuisine locale: http://www.tripadvisor.fr/...n_County_Dublin.html
Temple Bar est avant tout un quartier animé (dont on parle en effet partout), notamment le soir, où vous trouverez beaucoup de pubs/restaurants. Mais il y a aussi un pub "The Temple Bar Pub"' qui en fait partie et qui est bien réputé. On peut y boire et y manger.
Hello, VoyageForum friends, and happy holidays!
I’m planning a trip with my 19-year-old grandson to Milan for Easter Saturday, Sunday, and Monday in 2025.
I’d love your insights on what we can visit in Milan that would interest both my grandson and me (I’m 75). Of course, I’m thinking of the must-sees, but not just those—cozy little restaurants, trendy neighborhoods, and anything else you’d recommend. I’m also looking for a comfortable hotel in the city center that isn’t too expensive!
I’m sure the VoyageForum community will help me uncover some hidden gems! Looking forward to your replies.
Hi, who’s familiar with the Algarve?
Lagos—should I go for a rental or a hotel? How do I get from the airport to the seaside, and how do I get around the city? What’s there to see and do?
Thanks for your ideas and tips!
Summer 2027 is going to be Norwegian for us!
We’re heading to the Lofoten Islands first, then Senja, near Tromsø, and finally the North Cape.
We’ll likely start from northern Finland (flight tickets and car rentals are more affordable there).
I’d like to book accommodations early to have more options.
Good value-for-money places go fast in these pricey Nordic destinations...
But where should we book?
We’re planning to stay around ten nights in the Lofoten Islands.
What’s the best approach?
One place in the central part and explore from there?
One place in the south and another in the center?
Or one in the south, one in the center, and one in the north (3-4-3 nights)?
Hi,
My daughter is heading to Iceland for a 4- to 5-day trek. Our Belgian network doesn’t cover Iceland. What’s the best alternative to stay reachable as much as possible, even while hiking?
Thanks
Hi there, my husband and I are planning a trip to Iceland in mid-October 2026.
Would you have any advice on the best places to visit for a first trip to this destination? Thanks
Hi, I'm heading to Italy soon and I wanted to know if Italian banks charge fees when you withdraw cash at an ATM, or if, like in Spain or Greece, it's better to avoid taking out money and bring cash instead. Looking forward to your replies... Thanks
We’re planning a short trip at the end of July to explore the legendary mountains and valleys of the Bernese Oberland: round trip from Nancy (Swiss highway vignette planned), 2 nights in a room with a small kitchen in Adelboden, then 2 nights in a hotel at the Gletscherblick in Grindelwald, both with half-board included.
Could you share some tips on the best road routes to take, as well as some walking hikes (we’re not as fit as we used to be, so nothing longer than 2-3 hours)? Maybe also 1 or 2 cable car rides—I was thinking of Oeschinensee Lake above Kandersteg and the First gondola above Grindelwald for better panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau... all while keeping it doable with our schedule. We’ve ruled out the "premium" trip up to the Jungfraujoch for this time.
I’m also guessing that paying to access Wengen or Mürren only makes sense if we’re staying there for a few days, right?
- Is the road through the narrow valley of the White Lütschine toward Lauterbrunnen and beyond still worth it in terms of views and scenery?
On the way back, if we have a little time to explore Bern’s historic old town, what’s the best parking plan for a 1- or 2-hour stop?
Thanks in advance for your advice, fellow travelers familiar with this beautiful region! 😉
Hi,
I’ll be in Barcelona at the end of October.
I can choose to be there over the weekend or during the week. Probably 4 nights.
Is there a big difference in terms of crowds in the city and in the museums?
Little or no difference would simplify my itinerary on the way.
Hi there,
I’ll be in Rome from April 1st to 13th, 2026—it’s coming up fast!
I’ve been searching online for tickets to visit the Borghese Gallery, but either there’s no availability or the tickets offered are ridiculously expensive.
Could someone guide me to a website where I can book 2 skip-the-line tickets (I’ve heard you have to reserve in advance online)?
Hi everyone,
I rented a car through Klaus Wagen, picking it up in downtown Porto and returning it in downtown Lisbon.
After paying, I read some pretty negative reviews about them.
So, can anyone reassure me with positive experiences they’ve had with them?
Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
I’m heading to Setúbal at the end of June with my granddaughter, and I can’t seem to find clear info on the best way to get from Lisbon Airport to Setúbal. It looks like there’s a train or bus, but I can’t find the exact names of the bus (or train) companies or the precise departure points. Thanks if anyone can help me out! 😉 Just to clarify, I’m on a tight budget and have already ruled out taxis or similar options.
Hello,
We’re heading to Puglia at the end of May. We’re a senior couple. We arrive in Bari, where we’ve booked accommodation for 2 nights. We’ve rented a car.
Day 1: Bari
Day 2: Polignano a Mare – Monopoli
Day 3: Ostuni – Brindisi
Day 4: Lecce
Day 5 & 6: Exploring the coast from Otranto to Santa Maria di Leuca
Day 7 & 8: Gallipoli area
Day 9 & 10: Matera
We’re considering renting a place near Lecce for 5 days and using it as a base to explore the region.
Hi there,
I visited the Faroe Islands in late March 2026 for about ten days. I was invited by a friend who lives near Tórshavn, so I don’t have any info on tourist accommodations or car rentals. Still, I’d like to share a few thoughts about my trip:
- Before leaving, I consulted travel guides and blogs. I was surprised by how repetitive and unoriginal the featured sites were. This leads hurried travelers to follow the same overcrowded routes, which can annoy locals. I found that all Faroese villages were interesting—they reflect the country’s identity, even without the iconic grass-roofed houses. Those are indeed harmonious and beautiful, but they feel like an exotic cliché. For activities, I loved the lively ports that keep the country running.
- I was annoyed by the paid trails in tourist spots. Locals explained that these paths cross private land, and owners are responsible for maintenance and safety. There are plenty of free trails, too—signs at the start detail their features. While not alarmist, the extreme and unpredictable weather is a key factor to consider before setting out.
- The wind’s strength really impressed me. The architecture, with doors and windows opening outward to prevent gusts from blowing roofs off, speaks to the harsh climate. Some days, relentless rain and squalls made going outside unappealing. I realized that in this country, it’s best to plan for flexible indoor days.
- Distances are relatively short. I was happy to be based near Tórshavn because it was easy to explore one or more places in a day. The roads are in great condition. In late March, diesel was 2 €. Tunnel tolls can add up (~26 € per crossing), making a fixed base less practical than I’d thought.
- Everyone agrees: the landscapes are breathtaking. Nature feels untamed here—except for the short grass, thanks to all the woolly sheep.
- The flight from Paris to the Faroe Islands (and back) was long in March—11 hours with three legs: Paris-Amsterdam, Amsterdam-Copenhagen, Copenhagen-Vágar. In bad weather, Vágar Airport can close, causing delays. During tourist season, Atlantic Airways offers a direct Paris-Faroe Islands flight, which is more comfortable and cheaper.
- I found a book recommendation in a guide that fascinated me after my trip: *Les collectionneurs d'images* by Joanes Nielsen. Through its sometimes caricatured characters, it offers a glimpse into Faroese mentalities from the 1950s to 1970s—attitudes that likely persist today.
In conclusion, I’ve traveled a lot and I’m tired of destinations that all start to look the same. The Faroe Islands were a delight—a country stunning in its landscape, climate, and culture, where tourism has barely altered its authenticity.
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for October to visit Naples (6 nights) and the Amalfi Coast (5 nights). We’ve already got the historic center and the Lapis Museum in Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Procida, Sorrento, and Ravello on our list. Any suggestions, addresses, or tips?
Thanks for your help.
Hello,
We’re heading to Rome from 21/09, arriving in the early afternoon, and returning on 28/09, leaving in the morning. We’ve already booked our flight tickets and our accommodation in the city center: Via Ezio.
I’d love to get your feedback on our itinerary and if there are any visits we should book right now:
Monday 21 afternoon:
Largo di Torre Argentina: a sacred spot for cats.
Tuesday 22:
The Vatican: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in the morning. Afternoon: St. Peter’s Basilica, the dome, and if possible, the necropolis.
Wednesday 23:
Morning: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Afternoon: Trastevere neighborhood and the Monumento a Garibaldi.
Thursday 24:
Piazza Navona, Church of St. Louis of the French, the Pantheon, Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Venezia, Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, Trevi Fountain.
Friday 25:
Villa Borghese, Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, Quirinale, Piazza della Repubblica, and Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Saturday 26:
Aventine and Testaccio neighborhoods, the Capuchin Crypt.
Sunday 27:
Ostia.
Monday 28:
Departure.
Are any days too packed, or should we add more visits?
Thanks for your input and help!
Cheers!
Anne
Hi there,
I’m looking for some great tips for a stay in Palma de Mallorca this summer.
I need cheap flights departing from Toulouse and affordable accommodation for 4 people.
What do you recommend?
Best regards,
I’d love to get your thoughts on the following itinerary (late May). I like to take my time in ruins and museums, and beaches don’t interest me. I’ll be staying in hostels and using public transport. Do you see any major omissions or things that aren’t worth it?
Thanks!
Day 1: Arrival in CATANIA
Day 2: Catania – visit (fish market, cathedral, Biscarri Palace, etc.)
Day 3: Mount Etna (day trip)
Day 4: Morning trip to TAORMINA, visit the town
Day 5: Alcantara Gorge (day trip) + more time in Taormina
Day 6: Trip to SYRACUSE, visit Ortigia
Day 7: Ortigia
Day 8: NOTO (day trip) (or another Baroque town?)
Day 9: Syracuse Archaeological Park + more time in Ortigia (or leave for Enna?)
Day 10: Transport via Enna? TO BE RESOLVED (long, 2 or 3 changes, limited accommodation in Enna...)
Day 11: AGRIGENTO: town and Scala dei Turchi (optional)
Day 12: Valley of the Temples + archaeological museum
Day 13: Departure for TRAPANI (4h), afternoon: town (+ salt flats?)
Day 14: Segesta (day trip) + town/Erice
Day 15: Monte Cofano Nature Reserve (hike + summit) (day trip)
Day 16: Zingaro Nature Park (coastal route out, ridge route back) (day trip)
Day 17: Departure for the AEGADIAN ISLANDS: Levanzo and Favignana (bike), overnight if possible
Day 18: Egadi Islands
Day 19: Departure for PALERMO + first visits
Day 20: The city
Day 21: The city (Monreale?)
Day 22: Options:
- Capo Gallo hike (3.5h round trip) (via Mondello)
- Cefalù (45 min by train)
Day 23: Return flight
Hello,
We’re heading to Bavaria from May 13 to 23, with a side trip to Austria.
Here’s our itinerary:
Day 1: Brussels-Munich
Day 2: Munich
Day 3: Munich and departure for Salzburg
We’ll be staying three nights in Salzburg.
Then we’ll head to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where we’ll stay for five nights.
Visiting Munich and Salzburg isn’t too tricky.
Once in Garmisch, we’re planning a day in Innsbruck, a day for Neuschwanstein Castle, and the rest is still up in the air.
What’s really got me stumped is that we’d love to see Königssee Lake—everyone says it’s a must-see.
We’d also like to visit the Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus), where the landscapes are supposedly stunning.
This would either be a round trip while we’re in Salzburg or on the way between Salzburg and Garmisch, but I’m guessing it’s impossible to do the drive from Salzburg to Garmisch, the Eagle’s Nest, *and* Königssee Lake all in one day.
Plus, the Alpine route between Salzburg and Garmisch seems prettier than the highway.
But honestly, I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with the planning.
We should’ve added a stop between Salzburg and Garmisch, but the hotels are already booked.
Thanks for any advice on the itinerary and visits!
Another question: How far in advance should we book Neuschwanstein, Königssee, and the Eagle’s Nest in May?
Thanks so much in advance for your tips and ideas!
hi
I’m wondering if anyone can give me some info on how to get from Mallorca to Menorca.
Since flights are cheaper to Mallorca, I’d like to go that way.
Thanks so much for your help!
We’re planning a trip to Finland and Norway this summer, starting in Oulu to explore Lapland, heading up to the North Cape, and then making our way down to Bergen.
This route means renting a car in Finland and dropping it off in Norway. My initial searches are showing rental rates that are... astronomical—about three times the price compared to returning it at the starting point.
I’m guessing I’m not the only one wanting to visit both countries. Are there any great tips to drastically reduce the cost of renting a car?
Hi there, we’re a couple of bikers planning a trip to Majorca in June 2026, and I’d love to organize a half-day or full-day boat or catamaran outing. Which coast do you think is the nicest for this, and do you have any suggestions or personal experiences to share? Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
Does anyone know if there are any works in progress at Torcello, and if so, what type of works and how long they’re expected to last?
Thanks in advance
Hi everyone,
I’m sharing my draft itinerary with you because I just booked our flight tickets, and I feel like it’s quite late in the season. So, I’d like to be sure about my stops before reserving the hotels. I’ll be traveling alone with my two adult children. We want to prioritize outdoor walks, avoid too many indoor visits (both for budget and preference), and not spend too much time on the road.
D1: Arrival at 9 AM in Malaga, day in Malaga and overnight stay
D2: Head straight to Nerja (1-hour drive) and spend the night there
D3: Head straight to Granada (1.5-hour drive), spend the day and night there
D4: Granada. Visit the Alhambra (Nasrid Palaces tour at 5 PM) and spend the night
D5: Head to Ronda (2.5-hour drive) and spend the night
D6: White Villages and overnight in Ronda
D7: Head straight to the Costa del Sol (e.g., Estepona), spend the day and night there
D8: Return to Malaga to catch our flight
There you go! This itinerary takes into account that we’d like to do a circuit starting from Seville in a few years. That said, it’d be a shame to miss something doable from Malaga.
Questions:
Since the Alhambra visit is only at 5 PM, and we’d already have the day to explore Granada, would arriving the day before be a mistake? Or should we skip this day and dedicate it elsewhere (Costa del Sol? Head toward Tabernas?)? The old town appeals to me, but maybe the Sacromonte neighborhood isn’t essential...
Same question for Ronda: should we dedicate a full day to it, or combine Ronda and the White Villages in one day?
Note that we love wandering around villages outside, so that might answer my question! :)
Final question: Is it better to rent the car at Malaga Airport or in the city? If we rent at the airport, we’d need a hotel with parking, which doesn’t seem easy. Or stay outside the city and park for free near the center if possible? I’ve read comments about taking a taxi to Malaga and then picking up the rental car at the airport the next morning. The taxi would really need to be affordable...
Thanks so much for your feedback and suggestions for visits during this little circuit.
Have a great day, everyone!
Christine
Hello,
we’re a couple planning a 2-week road trip this August, with a must-stop (about 3 days on Skye). Any route suggestions? Hotel recommendations? Photo spots?
