St. Patrickās Day, Irelandās national holiday celebrated every year on March 17, is a time for the Irish to get together and enjoy themselves. Now popular all over the world, many towns and cities celebrate Irish traditions by organizing special events: concerts, street shows, paradesā¦ Discover now the best cities to celebrate St Patrickās day in a motorhome in a motorhome or van!
St Patrickās Day in Ireland š®šŖ
Dublin
Itās the perfect place to spend St. Patrickās Day! The festivities take place from March 14 to 18 and attract tourists from all over the world! Enjoy the big parade, the cultural activities linked to St. Patrickās Day and, of course, the warm atmosphere of the pubs!
ššYou can park your motorhome at Camac Valley Tourist Caravan & Camping Park.
Galway
If you want to celebrate St. Patrickās Day in the most authentic way possible, donāt miss the charming coastal town of Galway! On the program: parade, traditional music concertsā¦ Youāll love it!
ššDuring your getaway to Galway, donāt hesitate to stay at OāHollorans Caravan Park.
Kilkenny
Want to immerse yourself in Irish history? Celebrate St. Patrickās Day in Kilkenny, an ancient medieval city southwest of Dublin! Take part in the famous Tradfest (March 15-17) and enjoy concerts and activities of all kinds! And donāt miss the traditional St. Patrickās Day parade!
ššAre you passing through Kilkenny? Park your motorhome at Tree Grove Camping Park.
Cork
Irelandās second-largest city behind Dublin, Cork is also a perfect destination for celebrating St. Patrickās Day! The festivities take place between March 13 and 17, and are sure to keep you entertained! Take the opportunity to stroll along the famous āSaint Patrick Streetā.
ššYou can park your motorhome at the Cork Car Park or at the Blarney Caravan & Camping Park, which is a little out of the way but will allow you to relax in peace and quiet.
Wexford
Hereās another town where St. Patrickās Day is in full swing! The town of Wexford is famous for its parade, which has been held since 1917. So what are you waiting for to celebrate St. Patrickās Day in this charming Southern Irish town?
ššWe recommend parking your motorhome at Ferrybank Caravan & Camping Park!
Where to celebrate St. Patrickās Day in a motorhome in Europe?
Belfast, Northern Ireland š¬š§
Just like Dublin, Belfast is a top destination for celebrating St. Patrickās Day!
ššDonāt hesitate to park at Parking Belfast (free). If youāre looking for a place where youāll have access to the services you need to maintain your motorhome or van, head to Jordanstown Lough Shore Caravan Park.
London, England š¬š§
London has a strong Irish community, and St. Patrickās Day is a major event every year! Attend the parade in Trafalgar Square and enjoy the dance performances and various concerts that liven up the city!
šš For your London stay, we recommend the Abbey Wood Caravan Club campsite, located close to the station that will take you into central London!
Munich, Germany š©šŖ
Although St. Patrickās Day is not a German holiday, the people of Munich organize a whole host of celebrations to mark the occasion! Discover the famous parade at Odeonsplatz and enjoy traditional Irish songs and music!
ššDuring your trip to Munich, donāt hesitate to park at Parking Bavariaring (chargeable) or Spot di Ilaria (free).
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The Scottish capital pulls out all the stops for St. Patrickās Day! Numerous shows and concerts are organized. The highlight of St. Patrickās Day celebrations in Edinburgh is Cowate. Among the most famous pubs you must visit are the Three Sisters, Biddy Mulligans or the Cabaret Voltaire.
ššFor your trip to Edinburgh, we recommend parking at the Edinburgh Caravan Club Site campsite or at Parking Musselburgh (free), a little more out of the way but with a lovely view of the sea.
Amsterdam, Netherlands š³š±
Amsterdam, a cosmopolitan city, hosts an annual St. Patrickās Day festival that attracts tourists from all over Europe. To celebrate St. Patrickās Day in style, here are a few pubs not to be missed: OāReillyās on Dam Square, Hoopman Irish Pub in Amsterdamās theater district, and OāDonnellās, located near the Heineken brewery.
ššIf youāre just passing through Amsterdam, we recommend staying at Camping de Badhoeve , with its many facilities. For a free option, head for the Zaandam parking.
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Planning a trip to Ireland? Donāt miss our articles on the subject: āTravelling in Ireland by motorhome: our 7-day itinerary!ā or āThe best spots for wild camping in the UK and Irelandā.
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