What to do in Southwest Ireland

Activities, attractions and tours

Torc Waterfall which includes forest scenes
St. Finbarr\'s Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Torc Waterfall featuring forest scenes and a river or creek
Glucksman Gallery showing modern architecture
Bantry House which includes a park

Places to Visit in Southwest Ireland

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What to do in Southwest Ireland


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English Market showing markets, food and interior views

Cork City Centre

Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Oliver Plunkett Street while you're in town.

Cork City Centre
Killarney which includes a lake or waterhole, mountains and landscape views

Killarney City Centre

If you're spending some time in Killarney City Centre, Cinema Killarney and Killarney National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Killarney City Centre
Glucksman Gallery which includes modern architecture

South Parish

If you're spending some time in South Parish, Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and Cork City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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Victorian Quarter

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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.

Victorian Quarter
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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.

Dromhale
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Ballycasheen

While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, Cinema Killarney and Knockreer Estate are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ballycasheen

 

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Day trip destinations from Southwest Ireland