Southwest Ireland
Where to stay in Southwest Ireland
Cork City Centre
Cork City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cork Opera House and English Market while you're in town.
Victorian Quarter
Victorian Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex while you're in town.
Shandon
Shandon is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Bells of Shandon and St. Anne's Shandon Church while in the area.
Wilton
When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Turners Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fairhill
Though Fairhill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Anne's Shandon Church and Bells of Shandon.
Beenbane
While Beenbane isn't home to many top sights, Waterville Beach and Waterville Golf Links are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Popular places to visit
Blarney Castle
Walk in the footsteps of ancient kings, wander amid mystical gardens and kiss the venerated Blarney Stone at this centuries-old castle.
Killarney National Park
Establishedin 1932 to protect one of Ireland’s most precious natural habitats, KillarneyNational Park is home to the country’s highest peaks, ancient woodlands,shimmering lakes and a rich variety of wildlife.
University College Cork
Situated by the banks of the River Lee, University College Cork is a gorgeous, ornate gothic structure with a rich reputation for academic excellence.
Ross Castle
Standing guard over the lake, this silent ruin provides a glimpse of life in an Ireland that was often a land of warring clans.
English Market
Shop for fresh produce from around the world and sample traditional Cork dishes at this historic food market inside a grand Victorian building.
Fota Wildlife Park
Watch cheetahs running at full speed for their lunch and feed penguins and lemurs in this large nature reserve on an island.
