Should I rent a car?

Question

I am going to Ireland for two weeks this summer to visit my wife's family and sightsee. Several people have recommended renting a car but a few others have strongly suggested that as a bad idea. I'd like to hear about other people's experiences renting and driving a car all over Ireland.

Answer 1

yes, theres too much to see. on foot will take to long. also my cousin conal lives there, so can you go meet him and tell him i said "HI"!!

Answer 2

no take tours...you see more that way

Answer 3

There is no doubt that renting a car is a great way to see Ireland, particularly if you plan to spend some of your time outside of Dublin. Renting a car gives you great freedom and traveling around Dublin by taxi can be very expensive. For me on a two week trip to Ireland, definitely rent a car for when you plan to travel outside Dublin. Thrifty Car Rental have a location in Dublin City Center that could be useful for you.

Answer 4

If you are planning on staying in the Dublin area, a car for the whole two weeks is a bad idea, you won't use it that much and the public transport is a bit easier anyway, and you'll be paying to park a car that you've rented.

However, if you're going to be moving around the country, then a car is a good idea as the public transport is not very good outside of the Dublin area.

Answer 5

We have **** roads, but beautifull countryside. My dvice is rent a car if you are travelling in the West of the Country only.