- Address: Blarney, County Cork, Ireland
- Hours: Daily: 9am–sunset
- Admission: Adults: € 10
Blarney Castle Tours
The Basics
Rail and bus tours that showcase the best of the Irish western and southern coasts—including the Ring of Kerry scenic drive, the Cliffs of Moher, Galway Bay, and the Burren—often includes a stop at Blarney Castle. Find an itinerary to suit your interests, and choose one with a tour guide to learn about the history of the castle and the stone. Make the most of your time with combination tours to other sites such as the Rock of Cashel, the Celtic Cathedral, the Hall of Vicars, the Galtee Mountains, and County Kildare.
- Come prepared with layers for Ireland's famously unpredictable weather.
- Prepare to wait in line if you’d like to kiss the stone.
- Stone kissing is best suited for those who are able-bodied, as the line winds up steep staircases to the castle’s top.
How to Get to Blarney Castle
Located only 6 miles (10 km) northwest of the city of Cork, the Blarney Castle and Gardens are easy to reach on a simple afternoon trip from the city. The castle is also often experienced as a stop on a trip from Dublin to Cork, or vice versa. Blarney is 385 miles (620 km) from Dublin.
When to Get There
The castle is open daily from 9am to sunset; as with most popular attractions, it’s best to get there early to beat the crowds. Although chilly, Christmas time is lovely at the castle, which is sumptuously decorated for the season.
Exploring Cork City
A Cork day trip often includes time in the city as well as a visit to Blarney Castle. Stroll down St. Patrick Street and stop for lunch at the English Market, which hosted a visit from Queen Elizabeth II of England in 2011, or do some tax-free souvenir shopping at Blarney Woollen Mill. The Irish countryside throughout County Cork is picturesque and makes for a lovely drive.
Tours & Tickets
Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin
The Blarney Castle tour features a guided coach tour of the Irish countryside, a visit to the world famous Blarney castle with its Blarney Stone. You will ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 12 hours (approx.)
Blarney Castle Day Tour from Dublin including Blarney Stone
Discover the highlights of Cork & Tipperary on this popular day tour from Dublin. Visit the most famous castle in all of Ireland - Blarney Castle. Lay ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 12 hours (approx.)
Cork and Blarney Castle Rail Trip from Dublin
No visit to Ireland is complete without a visit to Blarney Castle! On this full-day trip from Dublin you'll kiss the famous Blarney Stone, walk through the ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 12 hours (approx.)
Cork and Blarney Castle Visit from Cobh by Train
Depart Cobh Railway Station for a scenic train ride to Cork to visit the Blarney Castle and Gardens on this 6.5-hour tour. Kiss the Blarney Stone if you want, ... Read more
Location: Cobh, Ireland
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Luxury Shore Excursion: Cork Day Trip from Cobh including Kinsale and Blarney Castle
This small-group shore excursion from Cobh Cruise Terminal accommodates no more than 16 passengers on a luxury small van and allows for a particularly intimate ... Read more
Location: Cork, Ireland
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
Blarney Castle, Cork City and Cobh Private Tour from Killarney
Explore southwest Ireland with a personal guide on this private, full-day tour of timeworn castles, rugged coastlines, and cities steeped in history. Kiss the ... Read more
Location: Killarney, Ireland
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
Howth Peninsula Hiking Tour
Immerse yourself in nature and history on this unique guided hike on the Howth peninsula, in the heart of the Dublin Bay UNESCO Biosphere. Seals, porpoises, ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 4 to 5 hrs
