Britain & Ireland in 10 days: London, Edinburgh & Dublin
Three capitals in one trip: royal London, medieval Edinburgh and lively Dublin. A scenic train runs up the east coast to Scotland, and a short flight crosses to Ireland.
When to go
May to September has the longest days and the mildest weather. August brings the Edinburgh festivals: amazing, but book rooms very early.
Flights: into London, home from Dublin
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Day-by-day plan
London 3 nights
Arrive, then Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and a walk along the South Bank.
The British Museum (free), then Buckingham Palace and St. James's Park.
The Tower of London, Tower Bridge and Borough Market; a West End show at night.
🚆 Train London → Edinburgh: about 4 h 20 min to 4 h 45 min.
Edinburgh 3 nights
Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile down to Holyrood.
Climb Arthur's Seat in the morning; the New Town and Dean Village in the afternoon.
A day tour to Loch Ness, Glencoe or the Highlands.
🚆 Flight Edinburgh → Dublin: about 1 h 15 min.
Dublin 3 nights
Trinity College and the Book of Kells, then Temple Bar.
The Guinness Storehouse and Kilmainham Gaol.
The coast at Howth, or a full-day trip to the Cliffs of Moher.
✈️ Day 10: fly home from Dublin.
Tips for this trip
- Book the London–Edinburgh train a few weeks ahead for the lowest prices.
- The UK uses pounds and Ireland uses euros; contactless cards work almost everywhere.
- US travelers need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before visiting the UK.
Prefer a guided tour?
The same route with hotels, transport and a guide arranged for you. Live prices and reviews; you book and pay on TourRadar.
More Britain and Ireland trips ›FAQ
Is 10 days enough for London, Edinburgh and Dublin?
Yes, with three nights in each city and one day trip from Edinburgh and Dublin.
Should I take the train or fly to Edinburgh?
The train: city centre to city centre, with coastal views and no airport time.
How do I get from Scotland to Ireland?
A short flight from Edinburgh to Dublin is the quickest way.