Travel

Flight

Dublin Airport

Aer Lingus is preferred Irish airline with the most flight options at the cheapest rate. Direct options from Chicago (ORD) or connecting in Boston (BOS), Philadelphia (PHL), New York (JFK), Newark (EWR), or Washington Dulles (IAD) to Dublin (DUB). American, United & Delta also fly direct into Dublin airport. Dublin to Dromoland Castle is about a 2.5/3.0hr drive depending on traffic getting out of Dublin. Transportation suggestions found below. Note: You can go through American customs and security in Dublin, which saves you time when you arrive back in America for those without Global Entry. One of the only airports in Europe that offers this! Make sure to give yourself ample time (3hrs) prior to departure.

Rental Car

Car Rental/Car Service in Dublin

Car Hire: Hertz or Eurocar Car Rental at Dublin Airport: https://www.dublinairport.com/to-from-the-airport/car-rental Car Service from Dublin: www.dublincs.com

Flight

Shannon Airport

The drive to Dromoland Castle is only 15 minutes from Shannon airport. Taxi's/rental cars are available at the airport. Direct flight options are available from Chicago (ORD) into Shannon (SNN) on United only. Please note that only ONE flight leaves from Chicago to Shannon per evening. Flights will release 330 days prior to departure date (end of September/beginning of October). Otherwise, connecting flights through Boston (BOS), Newark (EWR) and New York (JFK) through Aer Lingus, American, and United Airlines.

Rental Car

Car Rental/Car Service in Shannon

Car Hire at Shannon Airport: https://www.shannonairport.ie/passengers/explore-ireland/car-hire/ Taxis from Shannon Airport: https://www.shannonairport.ie/passengers/to-from/airport-taxis/ Email: info@shannonairportcab.com

Travel Note

Passport Expiration

Make sure your passport is valid for the entire duration of your stay. There is no minimum passport validity for US citizens traveling into Ireland, but does vary between 3-6 months for other European countries. Don't wait until last minute!

Train

Public Transportation Options Arriving to Dromoland Castle

Arriving from Dublin: Train option to nearest station, Ennis https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie/ Arriving from Dublin: Bus option departing every half hour and arriving at the Ennis Bus Station https://buseireann.ie/ Arriving from Limerick: The 343 is an hourly bus service that departs from The Strand Hotel Limerick that will drop you to the bus stop right outside the front gate of the Castle. Arriving from Galway: The hourly bus service, 343 runs from Galway Bus Station to our nearest town of Ennis. Arriving from Ennis: The hourly bus service, 343 runs hourly from Ennis Bus Station to the bus stop outside the front gate of Dromoland Castle. *If you are arriving by public transport, please call the reception ahead to arrange a lift from the bus stop to the outside gate of Dromoland Castle. Phone number: 011 353 61 368144.

Hotel

Dromoland Castle Hotel

To book a room at the castle, please call or email directly. Please tell hotel agent or note in the email that you are attending our wedding in order to get the first available rate. The room rate will vary on a first come, first serve basis between the classic and deluxe rooms. The room block dates are reserved with the majority on the 28th, 29th, & 30th with a few on the 31st of August. Breakfast is included in your cost each morning. Book via Phone : 011 353 61 368144 Book via Email: reservations@dromoland.ie

Hotel

The Inn At Dromoland

The Inn at Dromoland is about a 15 minute walk or 5 minute drive to the Castle where all events will be held. We will be providing shuttle transportation at various times throughout the wedding festivities and local taxi's will be available. The room rate will vary on a first come, first serve basis between the superior and premier rooms. The room block dates are reserved with the majority on the 28th, 29th, & 30th with a few on the 31st of August. Breakfast is included in your cost each morning. The room block rate is guaranteed until 10 weeks prior to the wedding (6/20/24). To book, please call or email using the reference number: 1498193 Via phone: 011 353 61 368161 Via email: reservations@theinnatdromoland.ie

Shuttle

Transportation options while on-site at Dromoland

August 28, 2024 6:00 pm

A shuttle will be available to take guests to and from the Inn/Castle on both days, Thursday & Friday. More details to come on exact times. The hotel will provide local taxi options available to contact if you wish to go outside the grounds. PAT KEOGH: 061 368833 / 087 2417569 TONY WOODS: 087 2547511 (Taxis, Mini Vans 8-10 seater) TOM WHYTE: 086 2579354 PAT MCMAHON: 086 8219100 (mini van- 8 pax)

Travel Note

Cab Information

Download the app for taxis called FreeNow for quick and easy transportation options while traveling in Ireland. Uber is also used in Dublin, but not as available as FreeNow. Please note that wait times are much longer outside major cities and guests are encouarged to use local taxis for faster pick up.

Travel Note

Dry Cleaning On-Site

Upon arrival, if you wish to have your dress or suit professional cleaned please notify the reception desk at check in. Both the inn and the castle need 24 hour notice.

Travel Note

Bring Umbrella

Please bring your own umbrella! The hotel will have extra, but not enough for everyone on-site. Crossing our fingers for blue skies, but it is Ireland. Come prepared for rain and shine!

Travel Note

Devices

Please note that you will need the correct power adapter in Ireland for all electronic devices. The UK, Type G plug is the correct adapter with three prongs for Ireland/UK.