Southwest Ireland
Travel Guide





Visit 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 Oliver Plunkett Street and Cork Opera House while you're in town.

Killarney City Centre
While visiting Killarney City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Killarney National Park and Cinema Killarney.

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.

Dromhale
Dromhale might not have many top sights, but The Kerry Way and Killarney Race Course 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 Killarney House Gardens and Cinema Killarney.

Avenue
If you're spending some time in Avenue, Killarney National Park and Killarney House Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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.

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.

Cork City Gaol
Experience the harshness of Irish penal life in the 19th century as you wander amid the cells of this architecturally impressive former prison.
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