Southwest Ireland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Ireland
Where to stay in Southwest Ireland
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cork Opera House and English Market while you're in town.
Killarney City Centre
If you're spending some time in Killarney City Centre, Cinema Killarney and Killarney National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Dromhale
While there might not be top attractions in Dromhale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cinema Killarney and The Kerry Way.
South Parish
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.
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
While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, Cinema Killarney and Killarney House Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Imperial Hotel
I loved our stay at the Imperial! I will definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Lovely staff, great central location, clean rooms. Would be improved if rooms had mini fridge and is probably just coming to time of needing some repainting
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Lake Hotel Killarney
Gorgeous view, Great rooms and service
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Park Place Apartments
Lovely people
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Reserve at Muckross
The rooms were beautiful, clean, spacious, well laid out
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Wild Atlantic Apartments Killarney
Enjoyed stay there a lot
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
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Popular places to visit
Killarney National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Killarney National Park, a lovely green space in Killarney. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle is just one of the places to see in Blarney, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
University College Cork
Explore the campus of University College Cork during your visit to Cork. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Ross Castle
Find out about the history of Killarney when you take a trip to Ross Castle. Wander through the scenic parks and lakeside in this relaxing area.
English Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at English Market during your trip to Cork. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Muckross House
You can browse the exhibits at Muckross House, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Muckross. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
- Killarney National Park
- Blarney Castle
- Muckross House
- Ross Castle
- English Market
- Port of Ringaskiddy
- INEC Killarney
- Blarney Stone
- Dingle Harbour
- Pairc Ui Chaoimh
- Cork City Gaol
- Inchydoney Island Beach
- Cork University Hospital
- Cork Opera House
- Bantry House
- Blackrock Castle
- Muckross Abbey
- Torc Waterfall
- Moll's Gap
- Mahon Point Shopping Centre
- Mizen Head
- Owenahincha Beach
