Title: Visit Southeast Ireland: Best of Southeast Ireland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Southeast Ireland](https://expedia.com/Southeast-Ireland-Hotels.d6051463.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Southeast Ireland](https://expedia.com/Southeast-Ireland-Vacation-Rentals.d6051463.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Southeast Ireland](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Southeast-Ireland.d6051463.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Southeast Ireland](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Southeast-Ireland.d6051463.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southeast Ireland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Southeast-Ireland.d6051463.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southeast Ireland ## Travel Guide ![Irish Agricultural Museum showing heritage elements, a castle and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090045/b57c350d-511f-4577-9a9a-a65faf3a4ebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hook Lighthouse showing heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090055/87d4f684-c863-4629-9e3f-28feab6dd199.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Ross featuring a small town or village, street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601818/b866af87-e319-4b4d-902e-4e8d6eb70f84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Ross which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601818/94a79fb4-f7f4-42e0-aa6e-7d9be102c0d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ireland which includes a lighthouse and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090055/10e8f1c1-919f-473d-b8fd-f4dbf89a090b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southeast Ireland Video Where to stay Things to do ## Southeast Ireland Travel Guide Video ### Where to stay in Southeast Ireland ![Kilkenny City Centre which includes a river or creek, a bridge and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981693529/f54ea844-9304-4acc-b3fa-e80f5c81333d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kilkenny City Centre 5/5(135 area reviews) Kilkenny City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour or Black Abbey. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Kilkenny-City-Centre.dx553248633981693529) ![Castillo de Kilkenny. Ciudad de Kilkenny. Condado de Kilkenny. Sureste de Irlanda.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/921517130946875392/00fcfa64-fb63-4c26-b276-a23588e3d6a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newpark When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Nowlan Park and The National Reptile Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Newpark.dx921517130946875392) ![Kilkenny Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/921516177654784000/80dc175a-bce6-4f4c-ad70-36e33ee3d24e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Talbotsinch While Talbotsinch isn't home to many top sights, Black Abbey and Smithwick's Brewery Tour are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Talbotsinch.dx921516177654784000) ![Kilkenny Castle during the day in Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/921519065978347520/04bf67a0-fe9f-4292-9e9b-9e2eaff7fd03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Walkinslough If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walkinslough and surrounding area, you can visit Kilkenny Golf Club and Butler House. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Walkinslough.dx921519065978347520) ![Main facade of Kilkenny Castle, a historic landmark in the town of Kilkenny, Ireland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007543/70848580-971b-4ca5-ba21-ce0f6aec3fef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lyrath If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lyrath and surrounding area, you can visit The Hub and The National Reptile Zoo. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Lyrath.dx553248635976007543) ![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) ### Deansground While Deansground might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Butler House and Kilkenny Golf Club. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Deansground.dx921518099438723072) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Southeast-Ireland.dx6051463.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Southeast Ireland Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Southeast Ireland ![Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/522600/522510/9c9c6afa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel Ormonde Street Kilkenny Kilkenny $124 nightly $141 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this golf hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Rooms are large and well equipped. Very comfortable bed. Large soaking tub and good shower. Staff incredibly friendly. Well located. Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=522510&PinnedHotelID=522510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051463) ![Waterford Marina Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/439000/438903/229db17f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waterford Marina Hotel Canada Street Waterford Waterford $128 nightly $146 total Apr 21 - Apr 22 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waterford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Clean spacious and bright riverside room. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F21%2F2026&endDate=4%2F22%2F2026&selected=438903&PinnedHotelID=438903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051463) ![WHITES OF WEXFORD](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1639800/1639727/0376029e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### WHITES OF WEXFORD Abbey Street Wexford Wexford $128 nightly $145 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Wexford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (84 reviews) Very comfortable Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F16%2F2026&endDate=4%2F17%2F2026&selected=1639727&PinnedHotelID=1639727&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051463) [See all 556 properties in Southeast Ireland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F25%2F2026&endDate=3%2F26%2F2026®ionId=6051463) 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. ![Talbot Suites at Stonebridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15840000/15830300/15830261/45e52963_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Talbot Suites at Stonebridge Paul Quay Wexford County Wexford Stay at this apartment in Wexford. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wexford Harbour and Quayfront Walkway are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews) Clean spacious and pleasant staff Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Wexford-Hotels-Talbot-Suites-At-Stonebridge.h15830261.Hotel-Information) ![Mattys Pub & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110070000/110065500/110065423/6bae7f7f_edited_3470_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mattys Pub & Apartments Royal oak, bagenalstown Muine Bheag Carlow Book a stay at this spa apartment in Muine Bheag. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Royal Oak Distillery and Ballyloughan ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews) Very informal excellent check in. Clean and tidy. Good host. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Muine-Bheag-Hotels-Mattys-Pub-Apartments.h110065423.Hotel-Information) ![Browns Cottage in Annestown Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118200000/118192300/118192203/2ad9681c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Browns Cottage in Annestown Village Annestown Waterford Stay at this cottage in Annestown. Enjoy free WiFi and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Annestown Beach and Tramore Golf Club are located nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Annestown-Hotels-Browns-Cottage-In-Annestown-Village.h118192203.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Southeast Ireland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6051463&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 Southeast Ireland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051463&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25)[Mar 24 - Mar 25](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051463&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051463&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=6051463&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051463&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=6051463&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=6051463&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=6051463&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Kilkenny Castle which includes flowers, a river or creek and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090015/394bd90b-648d-445d-8b0b-1cc6a425cd6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kilkenny Castle 4.5/5(119 reviews) After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Castle-Kilkenny.d6090015.Vacation-Attraction) ![Waterford Crystal Factory](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090109/f1fe65ed-d65f-41f9-8bd9-e35851dd2233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waterford Crystal Factory 5/5(3 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Waterford Crystal Factory during your trip to Waterford. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Waterford-Crystal-Factory-Waterford.d6090109.Vacation-Attraction) ![Getting a peek at the unfinished Waterford Crystal helmet of the Super Bowl Champions, the New England Patriots. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3764/c2f99119-86f9-49a6-8ace-9aee07136fc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### House of Waterford Crystal 4.5/5(87 reviews) Take the family on an outing to House of Waterford Crystal during your trip to Viking Triangle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/House-Of-Waterford-Crystal-Waterford.d6174888.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial drone view on Galway city. River Corrib and rowing club. Dark dramatic sunset sky. Nobody. Popular tourist and business city with rich history.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174773/655a0450-656f-49ea-9562-9046c37ea55c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Hub 4.5/5(10 reviews) There are two distinct sides to Kilkenny that combine to make it one of the best cities to visit in the Republic of Ireland. Recently voted Top Tourism Town by Failte Ireland, the medieval capital of Ireland boasts a rich historical heritage immediately apparent in the very architecture of the Marble City, while it is also a thriving cosmopolitan centre for the arts, for music and design, and host of the popular Cat Laughs Festival every May. [](https://expedia.com/The-Hub-Kilkenny.d6174773.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Congreve Gardens featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635997812561/04f9a667-be6f-4100-ac9b-8d7169c49b42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Congreve Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Mount Congreve Gardens, a lovely green space in Waterford. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Congreve-Gardens-Waterford.d553248635997812561.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rosslare Beach showing a sunset, general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090047/69e71d14-79a1-448b-9dcc-c86ad87f05b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rosslare Beach 4.5/5(4 reviews) If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Rosslare Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rosslare. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.com/Rosslare-Beach-Rosslare.d6090047.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Southeast Ireland ![Viking Triangle featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6176802/8ba73135-3c84-45fe-8018-b2a552157b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Waterford ![View from the hill to the town below](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4888/8fdb83e9-b91a-4335-8085-6a5fdea294d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Clonmel ![River Suir, Ireland - Aerial view of The Passage East Ferry across River Suir linking the villages of Passage East in Co. Waterford and Ballyhack in Co. Wexford](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5020/743a0b97-cedd-4002-8017-571d60dee54b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rosslare Harbour ![Panorama Youghal Lighthouse im County Cork / Irland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5448/1de5f332-b136-40bf-a364-975a11ca560f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Youghal - Cities near Southeast Ireland - Places of interest [Waterford](https://expedia.com/Waterford.dx3764)[Clonmel](https://expedia.com/Clonmel.dx4888)[Rosslare Harbour](https://expedia.com/Rosslare-Harbour.dx5020)[Youghal](https://expedia.com/Youghal.dx5448)[Kilkenny](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny.dx8298)[Thomastown](https://expedia.com/Thomastown.dx9678)[Wexford](https://expedia.com/Wexford.dx10390)[Aughrim](https://expedia.com/Aughrim.dx10701)[Cahir](https://expedia.com/Cahir.dx11235)[Gorey](https://expedia.com/Gorey.dx55314)[Rosslare](https://expedia.com/Rosslare.dx55404)[Tramore](https://expedia.com/Tramore.dx177969)[Newbawn](https://expedia.com/Newbawn.dx181300)[Kill](https://expedia.com/Kill.dx500690)[New Ross](https://expedia.com/New-Ross.dx601818)[Dunmore East](https://expedia.com/Dunmore-East.dx6024072)[Tullow](https://expedia.com/Tullow.dx6046900)[Carlow](https://expedia.com/Carlow.dx6050922)[Curragh](https://expedia.com/Curragh.dx6051555)[Faithlegg](https://expedia.com/Faithlegg.dx6056854)[Ramsgrange](https://expedia.com/Ramsgrange.dx6056860)[Ferrycarrig](https://expedia.com/Ferrycarrig.dx6056861)[Bunclody](https://expedia.com/Bunclody.dx6056862)[Dungarvan](https://expedia.com/Dungarvan.dx6059381)[Lismore](https://expedia.com/Lismore.dx6084649) - [Rosslare Europort ](https://expedia.com/Rosslare-Europort-Rosslare-Harbour.d6090049.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kilkenny Castle ](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Castle-Kilkenny.d6090015.Vacation-Attraction) - [Waterford Crystal Factory ](https://expedia.com/Waterford-Crystal-Factory-Waterford.d6090109.Vacation-Attraction) - [House of Waterford Crystal ](https://expedia.com/House-Of-Waterford-Crystal-Waterford.d6174888.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Hub ](https://expedia.com/The-Hub-Kilkenny.d6174773.Vacation-Attraction) - [Butler House ](https://expedia.com/Butler-House-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d6177365.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rosslare Beach ](https://expedia.com/Rosslare-Beach-Rosslare.d6090047.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hook Lighthouse ](https://expedia.com/Hook-Lighthouse-Templetown.d6090055.Vacation-Attraction) - [Duncannon Beach ](https://expedia.com/Duncannon-Beach-Duncannon.d6090059.Vacation-Attraction) - [Johnstown Castle & Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Johnstown-Castle-Gardens-Wexford.d553248621532988063.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mount Juliet Golf Course ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Juliet-Golf-Course-Thomastown.d6168004.Vacation-Attraction) - [Whitfield Clinic ](https://expedia.com/Whitfield-Clinic-Waterford.d6174763.Vacation-Attraction) - [Waterford Regional Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Waterford-Regional-Hospital-Waterford.d6174807.Vacation-Attraction) - [St. Canice's Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/St-Canices-Cathedral-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d6090025.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dunmore East Beach ](https://expedia.com/Dunmore-East-Beach-Dunmore-East.d6090111.Vacation-Attraction) - [Irish National Heritage Park ](https://expedia.com/Irish-National-Heritage-Park-Wexford.d6090043.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fairgreen Shopping Centre ](https://expedia.com/Fairgreen-Shopping-Centre-Carlow.d553248621563222164.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mount Wolseley Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Wolseley-Golf-Club-Tullow.d6174161.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wexford General Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Wexford-General-Hospital-Wexford.d6174815.Vacation-Attraction) - [Curracloe Beach ](https://expedia.com/Curracloe-Beach-Curracloe.d6166504.Vacation-Attraction) - [Reginald's Tower ](https://expedia.com/Reginalds-Tower-Waterford.d6090107.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gowran Park Racecourse ](https://expedia.com/Gowran-Park-Racecourse-Gowran.d6172384.Vacation-Attraction) - [St. Lukes General Hospital ](https://expedia.com/St-Lukes-General-Hospital-Talbotsinch.d6174477.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Watershed ](https://expedia.com/The-Watershed-Kilkenny.d553248621532489529.Vacation-Attraction) - [Carlow Town Park ](https://expedia.com/Carlow-Town-Park-Carlow.d553248621563222158.Vacation-Attraction) - [National 1798 Centre ](https://expedia.com/National-1798-Centre-Enniscorthy.d6090073.Vacation-Attraction) - [Woodstown Beach ](https://expedia.com/Woodstown-Beach-Woodstown.d6164065.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kells Priory ](https://expedia.com/Kells-Priory-Kells.d6090029.Vacation-Attraction) - [Black Abbey ](https://expedia.com/Black-Abbey-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d6090023.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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