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Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
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Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork
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Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach
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Cork: Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience
What to do in Southwest Ireland
Popular places to visit
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.
Blarney Castle
Walk in the footsteps of ancient kings, wander amid mystical gardens and kiss the venerated Blarney Stone at this centuries-old castle.
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.
Dingle Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Dingle with a trip to Dingle Harbour. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
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.
Muckross House
Enjoy varied delights on this splendid estate, which offers a look into daily life in the past, both inside a luxurious home and on a busy farm.
Blarney Stone
While County Cork is not short on medieval history, you will only find one Blarney Stone. Located roughly five miles northwest of Cork, the stone is said to have mythical qualities. Legend has it that the Blarney Stone grants the gift of eloquence to anybody who kisses it.
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.
Areas of Southwest Ireland
Cork City Centre
Cork is officially Ireland's second city, but it is affectionately known by locals as the 'real capital of Ireland'. It is a city made for discovering on foot, thanks to the River Lee which flows around its centre, creating a compact island that is jam-packed with grand Georgian streets, intersected by medieval alleys and modern architectural triumphs such as the opera house.
Killarney City Centre
While visiting Killarney City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Cinema Killarney and Killarney National Park.
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.
South Parish
While visiting South Parish, you might make a stop by sights like Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and Elizabeth Fort.
Dromhale
Dromhale might not have many top sights, but Cinema Killarney and The Kerry Way are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ballycasheen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballycasheen and surrounding area, you can visit Cinema Killarney and Killarney House Gardens.
