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, Cinema Killarney and Killarney National Park 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 Cinema Killarney and St. Mary's Church.
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
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Ballycasheen
While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, Cinema Killarney and St. Mary's Church are some notable places to visit nearby.
The Dean Cork
Room fine, Nice touch to use gym and thermal suite facilities. Staff - service was fine although sometimes a bit too casual. Didn’t find train too noisy but grateful of ear plugs.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Imperial Hotel
Room was comfortable and clean. Bar/restaurant at the hotel was great. Staff during was disappointing, not welcoming smile, didn’t explained breakfast or amenities. Comparing with our experience in Dublin and Galway with other hotels was not good. The checkout staff was better, too bad that we were ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
The hotel is very well located, allowing you to walk to all the main sights. Overall, the staff was friendly to us, except for the person at the reception on Saturday morning, who was a bit rude. The room was fine, although there were some cleanliness issues that take away from the overall experience. ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Park Place Apartments
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
The Reserve at Muckross
Apartment was great, plenty of space and everything we needed. Hotel staff were exceptional! Would recommend!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Wild Atlantic Apartments Killarney
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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.
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.
Dingle Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Dingle with a trip to Dingle Harbour. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Things to do
- Killarney National Park
- Blarney Castle
- University College Cork
- English Market
- Ross Castle
- Pairc Ui Chaoimh
- INEC Killarney
- Muckross House
- Blarney Stone
- Cork City Gaol
- Port of Ringaskiddy
- Cork University Hospital
- Gap of Dunloe
- Cork Opera House
- Inchydoney Island Beach
- Bantry House
- St. Patrick's Bridge
- Muckross Abbey
- Aqua Dome
- Titanic Experience Cobh
- Torc Waterfall
- Ballymaloe House Cookery School
- St. Mary's Cathedral
- Blackrock Castle
- Mizen Head
- Banna Beach
- Tralee Town Park
- Mahon Point Shopping Centre
- Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
- Carrantuohill
