Why is it worth booking an RV rental in Dublin early?
With its history, heritage, culture, and ceilidh nightlife, Dublin is the perfect spot to start your road trip in Ireland. Pick up your campervan in Dublin, spend a couple of days enjoying this capital city and then head out to explore the stunning countryside of Ireland. Discover rugged mountains, peaceful lakes, miles of coastline, historic castles, and a warm welcome wherever you go. Whether you're looking for romance or a family-friendly vacation, choosing a campervan to hire from Dublin is the perfect way to do it. In Ireland, the weather is mild in spring and pleasantly warm in summer, making these seasons popular times for vacations especially when the schools are out. This is when demand for camper rentals in Dublin is at its highest. To be sure of getting the best price as well as the dates of your choice, we recommend booking your camper several months in advance. By booking early, you'll also have a wider choice of campervan rentals in Dublin to select from. Every camper reservation comes with a fair and clear cancellation policy and no hidden charges should you need to change your vacation dates. If you have any questions before or after booking, the friendly CamperDays customer service team is always on hand to answer them. Life is relaxed in Ireland and a road trip in a camper from Dublin gives you total freedom and flexibility. It is also a budget-friendly way to travel. Simply compare the cost of your campervan with the cost of hotel accommodation, car rental, and restaurants and you'll see how competitive a vacation on the road can be.
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Useful Tips for Your Trip in Dublin
If you are going to hire a camper van in Dublin, the best time to visit is either spring or autumn. Everything is less expensive, the weather is mild but cooler, and there are fewer tourists. It is important to remember that Ireland has temperamental weather like the rest of the country and its neighbour in the United Kingdom.
- Beach holidays
When you want to take your motorhome rental in Dublin to the beach, the best time to visit is between June and August. The temperatures range from 16 to 20 degrees Celsius; you may even see the sun. Remember to keep your expectations realistic, though, as it is still Ireland, and you may experience a lot of cloud cover and rainfall.
- Sightseeing
March or April offers longer daylight hours without being too crowded by tourists you would get during July and August. If you want to explore the sights and landmarks out of the city when you book a campervan in Dublin, consider booking then.
- Outdoor activities
There is no chance of Ireland being too cold or hot for hiking. The best time to visit, though, when you book a campervan for hire in Dublin, is between April and September because the temperatures are more comfortable.
Best campervan routes from Dublin
There are many great ways to make the most of your motorhome rental in Dublin. When you can hit the road and sleep in campsites and other spaces as you make your way around the country, consider trying some of these incredible driving routes.
Ireland’s Ancient East
When booking a campervan for hire in Dublin, one driving route you should consider taking is Ireland’s Ancient East. It covers around 250 miles and takes a maximum of 7 days. The route starts in Dublin and takes you through an incredible 5,000 years of history. It takes you back in time to learn more about the early Lords, Saints, Colonial settlers, and Celtic warriors who called the ancient East of Ireland home.
From Dublin, head to Boyne Valley, then southwards towards Cork, and continue along the road to Wicklow.
Connemara, County Galway
For a different type of motorhome trip, take a drive along the coast through the dramatic region of Connemara in County Galway from the iconic city and follow the road along the edge of the country, past villages, inlets, and beaches with various places to stop where you can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the sea and countryside. Noteworthy sights include the blanket bog, Twelve Bens and Mamturk Mountain Ranges, and miles and miles of stone walls. Follow the coast road to Clifden and visit Roundstone for delicious seafood using local and freshly caught fish.
You should also spend some of your trip at the beautiful Connemara National Park. When driving back to Galway, turn at MaamCross for a stop at Oughterard and the stunning Lough Corrib.
Places of interest and excursions in Dublin
Connemara National Park
Connemara is a unique national park surrounded by three sides of the dramatic Atlantic Ocean. The national park is home to various fascinating Bronze and Neolithic Age sites that date between 5,000 and 1,000 BC. You will also find the Mini Alps, better known as Twelve Bens and the Mamturk Mountain Range. At Connemara, you will find the only fjord in Ireland, Killary Fjord, which has been whichated by mile-deep ice for over 20,000 years.
Portma agornock, near Dublin
A beach in North County Dublin is famous for its natural beauty and cleanliness, which is why it is popular with locals and visitors. Pristine sandy dunes and great views of the Dublin Mountains and Howth Harbour are there. Ideal for taking long, leisurely walks, sea swims and sun worshipping
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Campsites in Dublin and the surrounding area
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Your stay for the first night
- Ulster/VirginiaLough Ramor Caravan & Camping Park
- Leinster/Bennettsbridge
- Leinster/RathdrumHidden Valley Caravan and Camping Park
- Leinster/Kilkenny
- Leinster/Dublin
- Leinster/Wicklow
The main driver must present a valid credit card when collecting an RV rental in Dublin. This is held as a security and damages deposit.
In Ireland, you can legally drive a campervan from the age of 21. However, most rental companies prefer drivers over 25 and may add a surcharge for younger drivers.
No, you don't as long as you have a valid driving license issued in the USA, EU, or the UK. You should have held a full license for at least a year.
You can drive freely across the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Just give your rental company some idea of your route.
Yes, campervans are ideal for family vacations. Just be sure to have the appropriate child seats.
All rental companies have some vehicles where well-behaved dogs are allowed. Always read the terms and conditions carefully.
Unfortunately not. Wild camping is strictly forbidden in Ireland. Wherever you go, however, you'll find a campsite.
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