Any tips for Ireland trip?

[Yvainnie she/her]

Okay so probably in May I want to take my family (my husband, 10 year old twins,  1 year old baby and me) to Ireland. The plan is to take a plane from Czechia (where we live). Then from Dublin take a train ride to Cork where we will rent a car. I would like to see following places:

Blarney Castle

Gougane Barra National Forest Park

Gleninchaquin Park

Uragh Stone Circle

Torc moutain+wallerfall

Killarney

Kerry cliffs

Then I also have some backup places in case we would have too much time as:

Minard castle

Connor pass 

Drombeg stone circle

But I don't think we will get there because we will only have 6-8 days and I will be the only driver since my husband is solving some medical issues and would rather not drive.

 

So any tips? Is this a crem dung idea? I really want to see Ireland and enjoy it with kids, we do not necessarily need places that are full of turists. We love nature, forests and just roaming outside but we will also have our youngest with is which for me means I want to take it pretty easy and just enjoy Ireland nature and vibe.

Edited December 30, 2025 by Yvainnie
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[Nalthian Customs Official]

It has been several years since I visited, and I spent the whole time in Dublin, but one thing I remember clearly is the roads.  A lot of roads are very narrow and often winding, so driving can be challenging.  Some roads even go so far as to have stone walls on either side.  I would say to be extra careful when driving, and rent a small car if you can.  Other than that, I can't offer much advice.  I was not the one who planned the trip I was on, and I am not familiar with the landmarks you are interested in.  That said, I hope you and your family have a lot of fun!