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 Paul Street and Cork Opera House while you're in town.
Killarney City Centre
While visiting Killarney City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like St. Mary's Church and Killarney National Park.
South Parish
While visiting South Parish, you might make a stop by sights like Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort.
Dromhale
Dromhale might not have many top sights, but St. Mary's Church and The Kerry Way are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballycasheen and surrounding area, you can visit St. Mary's Church and Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre.
Eviston House Hotel
Everything was lovely . The only exception was the noise outside out window late evening (room 119) . Pubs emptying bottles into skip and youngsters going to social loud late at night
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
The Dean Cork
Right by train station so is noisy if you’re on a lower floor and on the side of the station Temp control in room was not working
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Imperial Hotel
Only place I stay in Cork
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Park Place Apartments
Great
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
The Reserve at Muckross
The apartment was amazing and spacious.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Wild Atlantic Apartments Killarney
Washer/dryer was very welcome as it was the middle of our three week tour. Basic accommodation in good location for what we wanted to do.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
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.
Dingle Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Dingle with a trip to Dingle Harbour. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
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.
- Killarney National Park
- Blarney Castle
- Dingle Harbour
- University College Cork
- English Market
- Ross Castle
- Muckross House
- INEC Killarney
- Pairc Ui Chaoimh
- Blarney Stone
- St. Mary's Cathedral
- Port of Ringaskiddy
- Muckross Abbey
- Gap of Dunloe
- Blackrock Castle
- Inchydoney Island Beach
- Cork University Hospital
- Cork Opera House
- Mizen Head
- Ballymaloe House Cookery School
- Bantry House
- Cork City Gaol
- Moll's Gap
- Tralee Town Park
- Torc Waterfall
- Banna Beach
- Barleycove Beach
- St. Patrick's Bridge
- Musgrave Park
- Cork City Hall
