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 St. Mary's Church.
South Parish
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Hall 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 St. Mary's Church are some notable places to visit nearby.
The Dean Cork
Room was great, staff were very friendly and helpful. Loved the tone throughout the hotel, would happily stay again or recommend to friend.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Imperial Hotel
Lovely place to stay in Cork
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Everything about Hotel Isaac was great. The staff was so friendly. It was perfectly located a close walking distance from center city and the apartment was awesome
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Park Place Apartments
It was good. The rooms were very hot during the night even when the heat was turned off or down. It would’ve been nice to have a fan. It was a nice place.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Muckross House
Enjoy varied delights on this splendid estate, which offers a look into daily life in the past, both inside a luxurious home and on a busy farm.
Activities
Parasail Experience in St Croix
- Killarney National Park
- Ross Castle
- Blarney Stone
- Pairc Ui Chaoimh
- Cork City Gaol
- Port of Ringaskiddy
- Cork University Hospital
- Inchydoney Island Beach
- Bantry House
- Blackrock Castle
- Muckross Abbey
- St. Mary's Cathedral
- Torc Waterfall
- Mizen Head
- Banna Beach
- Mahon Point Shopping Centre
- Blarney Woolen Mills
- Aqua Dome
- Musgrave Park
- Moll's Gap
