Restrictions on Weddings in Ireland
Ireland's restrictions on wedding celebrations and large gatherings are constantly changing. While we are very hopeful that our wedding will be allowed to proceed as planned, we strongly recommend booking travel that is refundable and/or changeable.
Travel from the United States to Ireland
As of March 2022, Americans are permitted to travel to Ireland with no testing and/or vaccination requirements.
We will do our best to update this page regularly, but for the most up to date information on requirements for traveling to ireland, please visit https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/77952-government-advice-on-international-travel/.
Return travel from Ireland to the United States
As of June 2022, negative tests are no longer required to return to the United States.
We will do our best to update this page regularly, but for the most up to date information on requirements for returning to the United States from Ireland, please visit https://ie.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/.
COVID Restrictions Throughout Ireland
As of March 2022, Ireland has relaxed most of its COVID-related restrictions throughout the country.
We will do our best to update this page regularly, but for the most up to date information, please visit https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/covid19/living_with_covid19_plan.html.
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Dromoland, the main wedding venue, is located only 15 minutes from Shannon Airport. There are typically direct flights from Newark and JFK into Shannon.
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Dublin International Airport is roughly a 2.5-hour drive from the venue. Flights tend to be less expensive into/out of Dublin, and there is typically more availability for flights heading elsewhere in Europe if you plan to extend your trip.
If you plan to be in Ireland longer than the wedding weekend, we recommend that you rent a car for your stay. Car rentals are readily available at the Shannon and Dublin airports. Keep in mind that many rental cars have manual transmission, so be sure to reserve an automatic car if you cannot drive manually. Also remember that you will be driving on the left side of the road!
If you are staying only for the wedding weekend, taxis are available if you plan to explore the immediate area. Taxis are also available to and from the airport.
Explore Dromoland Castle:
Falconry & Hawk Walk - Please call or email the hotel directly to make a reservation. Click here for more information.
Walk/Bike Around the Dromoland Estate - Bicycles and maps of the 450-acre property are available from the hotel. Click here for more information.
Archery - Please call or email the hotel directly to make a reservation. Click here for more information.
Pony & Trap Rides - The castle offers 30- or 60-minute rides around the property in a traditional Irish trap. Please call or email the hotel directly to make a reservation. Click here for more information.
Clay Pigeon Shooting - Please contact the hotel directly to make a reservation. Click here for more information.
Golf:
Dromoland - This is the course on the grounds of the castle. There will be a golf outing on Friday morning for wedding guests.
Lahinch - The #2 rated golf course in Ireland is located approximately 45 minutes from Dromoland, and 15 minutes from the Cliffs of Moher.
Ballybunion - The #1 rated golf course in Ireland is located in County Kerry, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Dromoland.
Sights to See Near Dromoland:
Cliffs of Moher - A chartered trip from Dromoland to the Cliffs will take place on Thursday afternoon.
Bunratty Castle - The welcome party venue, Durty Nelly's, is located across the street from Bunratty Castle.
Aran Islands
If you are staying longer than the weekend . . .
Ring of Kerry
Dingle - If you are making a longer trip to Ireland, we highly recommend a stop in Dingle, along the Ring of Kerry. It is a small seaside town, with great pubs and amazing views.
Killarney National Park
Galway
Jameson Distillery in Dublin
Earl of Thomond - Fine dining restaurant in Dromoland Castle. Open for dinner.
Figtree Restaurant - Lunch/casual dinner restaurant in the Dromoland Golf & Country Club.
Shannigans Gastro Pub - Irish pub located in the Inn at Dromoland. Open for lunch and dinner. Bar stays open until 12:30 a.m.
Foxy Hair Studio comes recommended by locals and is located in the town of Ennis.
Call of Beauty is a service through which you can arrange mobile hair and make-up artists to visit your hotel for you/your group. Visit callofbeauty.ie.
For those interested in other salon services, the Spa at Dromoland Castle offers a variety of traditional spa services. Click here for more information.