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Things to do in South West Ireland

Things to do in  South West Ireland

Welcome to South West Ireland

The Blarney Stone, Ring of Kerry, and Jameson Distillery are the main draws for travelers visiting this oft-overlooked part of Ireland. But those who stay longer than a day in the rugged southwest discover national parks replete with peaks, lakes, and woodland; towns with famously friendly locals; and clifftops featuring meandering walkways where you’re more likely to cross paths with sheep than people.

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Top 10 attractions in South West Ireland

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Cobh Heritage Centre (The Queenstown Story)

Cobh Heritage Centre (The Queenstown Story)

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The port town of Cobh, formerly known as Queenstown, was the departure point for millions of Irish emigrants who left the country between 1848 and 1960. Housed in the town’s Victorian train station, the Cobh Heritage Centre chronicles the often-heartbreaking journeys of Irish emigrants during the Great Famine and beyond.More
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Gallarus Oratory

Gallarus Oratory

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Gallarus Oratory is Ireland's best preserved early Christian church. The exact year of its construction is not known, but it is believed to be more than a thousand years old. The church is located five miles from Dingle Town on the Dingle Peninsula in southwestern Ireland. It was constructed entirely from dry stone masonry and resembles an overturned boat. This church is one of the highlights of the scenic Slea Head Drive. Along the scenic drive, visitors will also see views of Smerwick Harbor, the Three Sisters and Mount Brandon.Visitors will be able to see a church that has not been restored because it hasn't needed to be. The stones were carefully fitted together without the use of mortar, and aside from a small sag in the roof, the construction has held up for centuries. You can enter the oratory through a 6.5 foot doorway, and there are two stones with holes that once held a door. The nearby visitor center shows a 15 minute audio-visual presentation about the Gallarus Oratory, and there is a gift shop.More
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St. Colman's Cathedral (Cobh Cathedral)

St. Colman's Cathedral (Cobh Cathedral)

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With its 328-foot (100-meter) spire and imposing facade, this large neo-Gothic cathedral—also known as the Cobh Cathedral—dominates the skyline of the harbor town of Cobh. The cathedral is famous for its 49-bell carillon, the only such instrument in Ireland and one of the largest of its kind in Europe.More
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Ross Castle

Ross Castle

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A vision on the shores of Lough Leane, the 15th-century Ross Castle was built as a medieval fortress for an Irish chieftain named O’Donoghue, and was said to be one of the last strongholds to fall to the brutal English Cromwellian forces in the mid-16th century. The ruin has been restored, and features lovely 16th- and 17th-century furniture.More
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Treaty Stone

Treaty Stone

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On October 3, 1691, William III of Hanover of England and King James II (William’s father-in-law) signed a peace treaty to end the Siege of Limerick and the Williamite-Jacobite War, securing religious freedom for Catholics. According to local legend, the treaty was signed on a block of limestone on the bank of the River Shannon near the Thomond Bridge. While the treaty was ultimately rejected by both English and Irish Parliaments (giving Limerick the nickname City of the Broken Treaty), the stone remains.In 1865, the Mayor John Rickard Tinslay of Limerick commissioned a pedestal for the Treaty Stone just across the river from King John’s Castle, and it has sat there ever since. Carved into the pedestal is an image of the castle, topped with a dome and cross, to indicate that Limerick was a cathedral city.More
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Cork English Market

Cork English Market

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Dating from 1788, Cork English Market is among Ireland’s finest foodie destinations. Set inside a Victorian heritage building with a vaulted ceiling, the market is filled with vendors selling the finest and freshest of local produce, from grass-fed beef and smoked salmon to homemade jam, duck eggs, and fresh fruit and vegetables.More
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Killarney National Park

Killarney National Park

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Killarney National Park, with idyllic lakes and ancient woodlands backed by the serrated MacGillycuddy’s Reeks mountains, is an area of stunning natural beauty. The park is also historically significant, with two heritage buildings on-site: Ross Castle, a 15th-century fortress-turned-hotel, and Muckross House, a stately Victorian estate.More
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Rock of Cashel

Rock of Cashel

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The fifth-century home of the kings of Munster, the Rock of Cashel—or St. Patrick’s Rock, as it’s also known—is now home to a collection of religious monuments, including a roofless medieval cathedral and a 12th-century chapel. Set atop an elevated knoll, the site commands excellent views over the green, grassy Irish countryside.More
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Blasket Islands

Blasket Islands

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Off the coast of the Dingle Peninsula, a group of abandoned sandstone islands rise out of the Atlantic Ocean. For hundreds of years, the Blasket Islands (Na Blascaodai) were home to an Irish-speaking population; however, in 1953 the Irish government decided that, due to their isolation, the islands were too dangerous for habitation and ordered a mandatory evacuation.More
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Bishop's Palace

Bishop's Palace

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The Bishop’s Palace is one of the three museums known as the Waterford Treasures located in the Viking Triangle in Waterford, Ireland. It was designed in 1741 by architect Richard Castles, one of Ireland’s greatest architects. The front of the palace overlooks the town wall, which forms part of the palace’s terraced garden. The ground floor and first floors of the palace are furnished as an elegant 18th century townhouse and feature period furniture, beautiful fireplaces and rare paintings.The museum tells the history of Waterford from 1700 to the mid-20th century, with an entire floor dedicated to stories about Waterford’s Home Rule story, World War I in Waterford and the War of Independence in Waterford. It also displays unique pieces such as the Penrose Decanter, the oldest surviving piece of Waterford Crystal, dating to 1789, and the only surviving Bonaparte “mourning cross,” one of just 12 crosses produced upon Napoleon’s death in 1821.More
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How to Spend 1 Day in Killarney

How to Spend 1 Day in Killarney

Killarney serves as the jumping-off point for the scenic, sprawling, and lake-dotted Killarney National Park—which, if you have only one day to explore the region, is where you’ll want to focus your attention. Here are some ideas on the best way to spend 24 hours in Killarney.
Gap of Dunloe Tours from Killarney

Gap of Dunloe Tours from Killarney

For hikers, cyclists, horse riders, and photo-seeking tourists, the mountain pass’s dramatic scenery makes it a must-visit. Here are your options for visiting from Killarney.
How to Spend 3 Days in Killarney

How to Spend 3 Days in Killarney

Killarney is the ideal base for exploring County Kerry, a rugged and beautiful corner of southwest Ireland. Check out our 3-day itinerary that incorporates visits to three of the county’s scenic highlights: the Dingle Peninsula, the Ring of Kerry, and Killarney National Park.

Top activities in South West Ireland

Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

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The Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Tour from Killarney

The Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Tour from Killarney

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Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney

Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney

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Skip the Line: Jameson Experience with Whiskey Tasting ticket in Cork

Skip the Line: Jameson Experience with Whiskey Tasting ticket in Cork

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Ring of Kerry Private Tour from Killorglin

Ring of Kerry Private Tour from Killorglin

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Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney including Killarney National Park

Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney including Killarney National Park

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Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Limerick: Including The Wild Altanic Way

Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Limerick: Including The Wild Altanic Way

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Ring of Kerry Private Tour from Killarney

Ring of Kerry Private Tour from Killarney

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Cork Culinary Tour

Cork Culinary Tour

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Killarney National Park Tour

Killarney National Park Tour

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Lakes of Killarney Cruise

Lakes of Killarney Cruise

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Private Tour:Ring of Kerry, Skellig Ring,Kerry Cliffs staring in (from) KENMARE

Private Tour:Ring of Kerry, Skellig Ring,Kerry Cliffs staring in (from) KENMARE

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Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney

Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney

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Private Ring of Kerry luxury tour with accredited guide

Private Ring of Kerry luxury tour with accredited guide

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Private Tour of Ring of Kerry

Private Tour of Ring of Kerry

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Mini Bus Tour of The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle

Mini Bus Tour of The Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle

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Guided Climb of Carrauntoohil

Guided Climb of Carrauntoohil

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Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket

Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket

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Private Dingle Peninsula Full-Day Tour

Private Dingle Peninsula Full-Day Tour

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Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Limerick: Including Killarney National Park

Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Limerick: Including Killarney National Park

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