Title: Visit Southwest Ireland: Best of Southwest Ireland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com

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# Southwest Ireland

## Travel Guide

![Southwest Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156978/1ef5f34d-7ffb-4458-9490-4b8fa79c83da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Southwest Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075854/881344e1-df6d-4082-90d7-29b771f6e769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Southwest Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156978/1ac6c26e-76ae-4643-8dac-d58ce6134da4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Southwest Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090145/33355428-2d4c-40ec-a40a-f2b6a56911bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Southwest Ireland](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

![Cork City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125594/b38e9fb3-3d43-4a7b-b2db-0426061f6766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Cork City Centre

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

 Cork City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Paul Street and Oliver Plunkett Street 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 Killarney National Park and St. Mary's Church. 

[](https://expedia.com/Killarney-Killarney-City-Centre.dx919176286447001600)

![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)

![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)

![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

4.5/5(60 area reviews)

 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)

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- 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)

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The Dean Cork

Horgan's Quay Cork County Cork

$154 nightly

$175 total

Apr 6 - Apr 7

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! (691 reviews)

Great stay

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

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![The Lake Hotel Killarney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/176200/176130/cf0b748f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The Lake Hotel Killarney

On The Lake Shore Killarney Kerry

$173 nightly

$197 total

Apr 16 - Apr 17

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Killarney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

Beautiful hotel set in a stunning lakeside location ! Staff are very friendly and helpful. The Thermal Suite was super duper and it was the highlight for our stay! We had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant with a stunning lake view which its food was excellent! Took away one star for cleanliness ...

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

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![Imperial Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565670/e6e7a70f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Imperial Hotel

76 South Mall Street Cork Cork

$201 nightly

$228 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! (1,004 reviews)

Clean room. Coffee machine in Douglass lounge was great. Service in bar was not to standard. Bed and pillows just ok

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

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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 ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (604 reviews)

We checked in late and the staff made us made everything easy . Good location and parking was great

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

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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

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![Wild Atlantic Apartments Killarney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20486800/20486732/7ef59982_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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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! (141 reviews)

Plenty of parking

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Killarney-Hotels-Wild-Atlantic-Apartments-Killarney.h20486732.Hotel-Information)

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### Popular places to visit

![Killarney National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090219/9ae7a4cb-1629-4c21-b615-e13562891235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Killarney National Park

5/5(285 reviews)

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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090151/525af692-371e-43dd-991c-2d329e06fcf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Blarney Castle

4.5/5(173 reviews)

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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075852/e568b10d-d259-452d-986a-f227bcffae92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### University College Cork

4.5/5(46 reviews)

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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090217/ec0b8e28-9be3-46e9-9bca-40487cb27e14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ross Castle

4.5/5(128 reviews)

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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125594/70d691ff-fb3f-446c-b9c8-ffda109e2c6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### English Market

4.5/5(121 reviews)

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)

![Dingle Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090249/30bf9c2f-e78f-47d8-82db-33be92a90fca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Dingle Harbour

4.5/5(84 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Dingle with a trip to Dingle Harbour. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. 

[](https://expedia.com/Dingle-Harbour-Dingle.d6090249.Vacation-Attraction)

## Cities near Southwest Ireland

![Killarney](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090223/521dc055-7567-4a55-b425-aa463eec096d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Killarney

![Cork](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075852/e568b10d-d259-452d-986a-f227bcffae92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Cork

![Caherdaniel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4398/d90cb9f5-9889-4c6e-82ed-3eb7703e97d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Caherdaniel

![Tralee](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
- Places of interest

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- [Killarney National Park ](https://expedia.com/Killarney-National-Park-Killarney.d6090214.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Blarney Castle ](https://expedia.com/Blarney-Castle-Blarney.d6090151.Vacation-Attraction)
- [University College Cork ](https://expedia.com/University-College-Cork-Cork.d6075852.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ross Castle ](https://expedia.com/Ross-Castle-Killarney.d6090217.Vacation-Attraction)
- [English Market ](https://expedia.com/English-Market-Cork-City-Centre.d6125594.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Dingle Harbour ](https://expedia.com/Dingle-Harbour-Dingle.d6090249.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Muckross House ](https://expedia.com/Muckross-House-Killarney.d6090223.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Blarney Stone ](https://expedia.com/Blarney-Stone-Blarney.d6174282.Vacation-Attraction)
- [INEC Killarney ](https://expedia.com/INEC-Killarney-Poulnamuck.d6125133.Vacation-Attraction)
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