Southwest Ireland
Travel Guide
Visit Southwest Ireland
Where to stay in Southwest Ireland
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cork Opera House and English Market while you're in town.
Killarney City Centre
If you're spending some time in Killarney City Centre, Killarney National Park and St. Mary's Church are top sights worth seeing.
South Parish
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.
Dromhale
While there might not be top attractions in Dromhale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Kerry Way and Killarney Race Course.
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.
Ballycasheen
While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, St. Mary's Church and Cinema Killarney are some notable places to visit nearby.
Imperial Hotel
The room was neat and clean. But the safe was not working
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Great stay from checking in till I left. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Lake Hotel Killarney
Gorgeous view, Great rooms and service
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Park Place Apartments
Lovely people
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Reserve at Muckross
The rooms were beautiful, clean, spacious, well laid out
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Yugo Explore - Lee Point
La posizione è super centrale, in auto ricordatevi di non parcheggiare al primo parcheggio che trovate, ma andate al Q-Park Grand Parade, che è vicinissimo e convenzionato con l'hotel. La struttura è nuova ed è ben organizzata, si dorme in un appartamento studentesco, con accesso alla cucina condivisa ...
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025
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Popular places to visit
Killarney National Park
See the rare fauna and visit the quaint cottages adorning the picturesque lakes and forests of this mountainous national park.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
- Killarney National Park
- Blarney Castle
- University College Cork
- Ross Castle
- Muckross House
- INEC Killarney
- English Market
- Blarney Stone
- Pairc Ui Chaoimh
- Cork Opera House
- Ballymaloe House Cookery School
- Gap of Dunloe
- Cork University Hospital
- Mahon Point Shopping Centre
- Port of Ringaskiddy
- Mizen Head
- Blackrock Castle
- Muckross Abbey
- Cork City Gaol
- Inchydoney Island Beach
- Bantry House
- Torc Waterfall
- Jameson Experience
- St. Mary's Cathedral
- Musgrave Park
- Blarney Woolen Mills
- Carrantuohill
- St. Patrick's Bridge
- Tralee Town Park
- Banna Beach
