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 St. Patrick's Street and Oliver Plunkett Street 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.
South Parish
While visiting South Parish, you might make a stop by sights like Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Hall.
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.
Imperial Hotel
We stayed here during the jazz festival. The staff was very accommodating, and we didn't experience any shortcomings not directly attributable to the throngs of people there to see the live performances. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
The Dean Cork
Very clean and staff was super friendly. Parking was a bit hard to find but they helped when we had questions. Food was amazing for our first Irish breakfast.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Excellent
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Park Place Apartments
The apartment was spacious, (bigger than we needed) had two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Generous refridgerator and freezer. Were able to do laundry, with the combo and had a clothes rack to dry want can't be heat dryed. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
Cobh Cork Urban Retreats
The apartment was clean and the beds were comfortable. Unfortunately, we were only there for one night so we sis not get to explore the village.
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
The Reserve at Muckross
Excellent stay
Reviewed on Oct 5, 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.
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.
Things to do
St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted
The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour
