Title: Visit Southwest Ireland: Best of Southwest Ireland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Ireland-Hotels.d6051464.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Ireland-Vacation-Rentals.d6051464.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southwest Ireland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southwest Ireland ## Travel Guide ![Torc Waterfall featuring forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156978/1ef5f34d-7ffb-4458-9490-4b8fa79c83da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Finbarr\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075854/881344e1-df6d-4082-90d7-29b771f6e769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Torc Waterfall featuring forest scenes and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156978/1ac6c26e-76ae-4643-8dac-d58ce6134da4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Glucksman Gallery featuring modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090145/33355428-2d4c-40ec-a40a-f2b6a56911bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bantry House and Garden which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090199/a2828abc-0166-4205-a262-6ab7ed3a7e8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southwest Ireland Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Southwest Ireland ![English Market featuring interior views, food and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125594/b38e9fb3-3d43-4a7b-b2db-0426061f6766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cork City Centre Cork City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cork Opera House and English Market while you're in town. [](https://expedia.com/Cork-Cork-City-Centre.dx6205877) ![Ladies View, Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/919176286447001600/b9e55768-aebe-4ff7-878e-8d5592ae1d4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Killarney City Centre While visiting Killarney City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Cinema Killarney and Killarney National Park. [](https://expedia.com/Killarney-Killarney-City-Centre.dx919176286447001600) ![Idyllic landscape of Ross Castle in the Killarney National Park in Ireland. Travel by car through the Ring of Kerry.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/919176555249467392/a10421c8-1e97-43df-92f3-725c87d93b8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dromhale Dromhale might not have many top sights, but Cinema Killarney and The Kerry Way are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Killarney-Dromhale.dx919176555249467392) ![Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/952334918782976000/2c08daa7-0f9d-4b2d-bb11-9074ef219f75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Parish While visiting South Parish, you might make a stop by sights like Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort. [](https://expedia.com/Cork-South-Parish.dx952334918782976000) ![Beautiful night scene Cork Ireland Patrick's Hill panorama Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248624898312707/dfc05f43-5804-46dd-bc16-018bb4e57a6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cork-Victorian-Quarter.dx553248624898312707) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Sports & Leisure Centre. [](https://expedia.com/Killarney-Ballycasheen.dx919177029390360576) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Ireland.dx6051464.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Southwest Ireland Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Southwest Ireland ![The Dean Cork](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57490000/57489100/57489066/0c52dcec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Dean Cork Horgan's Quay Cork County Cork $152 nightly $173 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (688 reviews) The location was great. Hotel was well appointed. Staff was very friendly (especially Maeve). Standard rooms are a tight fit but cute. Sadly, construction blocked the views of the water. Pool was tepid and steam room didn't work. All in all, would stay here again. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=57489066&PinnedHotelID=57489066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051464) ![Moxy Cork](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106730000/106728800/106728707/0001cb96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy Cork Camden Place, Camden Quays Cork $116 nightly $132 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews) Good staff Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=106728707&PinnedHotelID=106728707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051464) ![Imperial Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565670/e6e7a70f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Imperial Hotel 76 South Mall Street Cork Cork $194 nightly $221 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cork. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Beautiful hotel with friendly staff. Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=565670&PinnedHotelID=565670&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051464) [See all 1,737 properties in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F26%2F2026&endDate=3%2F27%2F2026®ionId=6051464) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Park Place Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4190000/4185400/4185329/ef328ce8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Place Apartments High Street Killarney Kerry Stay at this apartment in Killarney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... [](https://expedia.com/Killarney-Hotels-Park-Place-Apartments.h4185329.Hotel-Information) ![The Reserve at Muckross](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17267100/17267095/3c3fd830_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Reserve at Muckross Muckross Road Killarney Kerry Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Killarney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews) Great 2 bedroom apartment n pool. Loved the lounge n fire place Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Killarney-Hotels-The-Reserve-At-Muckross.h17267095.Hotel-Information) ![Wild Atlantic Apartments Killarney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20486800/20486732/7ef59982_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wild Atlantic Apartments Killarney 1300 Block B, Hotel Killarney Killarney Kerry Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Killarney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Killarney National Park and Killarney ... 8/10 Very Good! (140 reviews) The accommodations far exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be back for future stays. Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Killarney-Hotels-Wild-Atlantic-Apartments-Killarney.h20486732.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6051464&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Southwest Ireland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[Mar 25 - Mar 26](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[Mar 26 - Mar 27](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Muckross Abbey which includes flowers, a cemetery and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090219/9ae7a4cb-1629-4c21-b615-e13562891235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Killarney National Park See the rare fauna and visit the quaint cottages adorning the picturesque lakes and forests of this mountainous national park. [](https://expedia.com/Killarney-National-Park-Killarney.d6090214.Vacation-Attraction) ![Blarney Castle featuring heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090151/525af692-371e-43dd-991c-2d329e06fcf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blarney Castle Walk in the footsteps of ancient kings, wander amid mystical gardens and kiss the venerated Blarney Stone at this centuries-old castle. [](https://expedia.com/Blarney-Castle-Blarney.d6090151.Vacation-Attraction) ![University College Cork showing a river or creek and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075852/e568b10d-d259-452d-986a-f227bcffae92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/University-College-Cork-Cork.d6075852.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ross Castle which includes a river or creek, chateau or palace and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090217/ec0b8e28-9be3-46e9-9bca-40487cb27e14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ross-Castle-Killarney.d6090217.Vacation-Attraction) ![English Market showing interior views, food and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125594/70d691ff-fb3f-446c-b9c8-ffda109e2c6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/English-Market-Cork-City-Centre.d6125594.Vacation-Attraction) ![Muckross House featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090223/433db01e-c90f-45c8-9b55-b691038cde2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Muckross-House-Killarney.d6090223.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Southwest Ireland ![Muckross House showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090223/521dc055-7567-4a55-b425-aa463eec096d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Killarney ![University College Cork showing a river or creek and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075852/e568b10d-d259-452d-986a-f227bcffae92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cork ![Ring of Kerry has Jems like this all along the coast. #trovember #outdoors #ringofkerry #kerry #ireland #seashore](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4398/d90cb9f5-9889-4c6e-82ed-3eb7703e97d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Caherdaniel ![Tralee Town Park showing a statue or sculpture, flowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6179784/2fc0357d-f76d-4460-ba94-47cfd09b005e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tralee - Cities near Southwest Ireland - 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