Title: Southwest Ireland Travel Guide: Best of Southwest Ireland, Ireland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Ireland-Hotels.d6051464.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Ireland-Holiday-Rentals.d6051464.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Southwest Ireland Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Car-Hire-Guide)[Southwest Ireland Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Southwest Ireland Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Torc Waterfall which includes forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144592-Killarney.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Finbarr\'s Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144549-Cork.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Torc Waterfall which includes forest scenes and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144591-Killarney.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Glucksman Gallery featuring modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144551-Cork.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bantry House which includes a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38810-Cork.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southwest Ireland Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Southwest Ireland ![English Market showing markets, food and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144958-English-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cork City Centre 4/5(22 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cork-Cork-City-Centre.dx6205877) ![Killarney which includes a lake or waterhole, mountains and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38897-Killarney.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Killarney City Centre If you're spending some time in Killarney City Centre, Killarney National Park and St. Mary's Church are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Killarney-Killarney-City-Centre.dx919176286447001600) ![Glucksman Gallery which includes modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144550-Cork.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Parish If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cork-South-Parish.dx952334918782976000) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dromhale While there might not be top attractions in Dromhale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Kerry Way and INEC Killarney. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Killarney-Dromhale.dx919176555249467392) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Victorian Quarter 4/5(33 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cork-Victorian-Quarter.dx553248624898312707) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ballycasheen While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, Cinema Killarney and St. Mary's Church are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Killarney-Ballycasheen.dx919177029390360576) - Top hotels in Southwest Ireland - Top Holiday Rentals in Southwest Ireland ![Imperial Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565670/7585a108_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Imperial Hotel 76 South Mall Street Cork Cork £129 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Cork. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) The room was neat and clean. But the safe was not working Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=565670&PinnedHotelID=565670&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051464) ![Isaacs Hotel Cork City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916601/8d399ec5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Isaacs Hotel Cork City 48 MacCurtain Street Cork Cork £99 15 Jan - 16 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) Great stay from checking in till I left. Highly recommend Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026&selected=916601&PinnedHotelID=916601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051464) ![The Lake Hotel Killarney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/176200/176130/161dd540_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Lake Hotel Killarney On The Lake Shore Killarney Kerry £126 29 Jan - 30 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) Gorgeous view, Great rooms and service Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F01%2F2026&endDate=30%2F01%2F2026&selected=176130&PinnedHotelID=176130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051464) [See all 1,701 properties in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F01%2F2026&endDate=14%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6051464) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Park Place Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4190000/4185400/4185329/ef328ce8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Place Apartments High Street Killarney Kerry Stay at this apartment in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (590 reviews) Lovely people Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Killarney-Hotels-Park-Place-Apartments.h4185329.Hotel-Information) ![The Reserve at Muckross](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17267100/17267095/41cbdbae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Reserve at Muckross Muckross Road Killarney Kerry Stay at this spa aparthotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (173 reviews) The rooms were beautiful, clean, spacious, well laid out Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Killarney-Hotels-The-Reserve-At-Muckross.h17267095.Hotel-Information) ![Yugo Explore - Lee Point](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40920000/40915500/40915436/042eaef6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Yugo Explore - Lee Point Brewery Quarter Cork Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and Triskel ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (263 reviews) La posizione è super centrale, in auto ricordatevi di non parcheggiare al primo parcheggio che trovate, ma andate al Q-Park Grand Parade, che è vicinissimo e convenzionato con l'hotel. La struttura è nuova ed è ben organizzata, si dorme in un appartamento studentesco, con accesso alla cucina condivisa ... Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cork-Hotels-Lee-Point.h40915436.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6051464&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Southwest Ireland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13)[12 Jan - 13 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14)[13 Jan - 14 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051464&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Muckross Abbey featuring heritage architecture, a cemetery and flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145236-Muckross-Abbey.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Killarney National Park 5/5(45 reviews) Killarney National Park is home to Ireland’s highest peaks, ancient woodlands, shimmering lakes and a rich variety of wildlife. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Killarney-National-Park-Killarney.d6090214.Attraction) ![Blarney Castle featuring heritage elements, château or palace and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144686-Blarney.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blarney Castle 4.5/5(40 reviews) Walk in the footsteps of ancient kings, wander amid mystical gardens and kiss the venerated Blarney Stone at this centuries-old castle. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blarney-Castle-Blarney.d6090151.Attraction) ![University College Cork](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524778-cork.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University College Cork 5/5(19 reviews) Situated by the banks of the River Lee, University College Cork is a gorgeous, ornate gothic structure with a rich reputation for academic excellence. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-College-Cork-Cork.d6075852.Attraction) ![Ross Castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524824-county-kerry.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ross Castle 4.5/5(18 reviews) Standing guard over the lake, this silent ruin provides a glimpse of life in an Ireland that was often a land of warring clans. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ross-Castle-Killarney.d6090217.Attraction) ![Muckross House showing a castle, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145100-Muckross-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muckross House 4.5/5(21 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muckross-House-Killarney.d6090223.Attraction) ![English Market which includes food, markets and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144961-English-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### English Market 4.5/5(70 reviews) Shop for fresh produce from around the world and sample traditional Cork dishes at this historic food market inside a grand Victorian building. [](https://expedia.co.uk/English-Market-Cork-City-Centre.d6125594.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Snorkeling with Sea Turtles ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4929936/d849f192-7950-4d98-a735-4e8f9ff37bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snorkeling with Sea Turtles £48 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snorkeling-with-sea-turtles.a4929936.activity-details) ![Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51062958/13ff145c-75fc-4d60-94f2-53dac7f32091.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sea-turtle-snorkel-tour.a51062958.activity-details) ![Parasail Experience in St Croix](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48425677/6c890ec2-8581-4c25-94dc-1f17e8e6aec8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parasail Experience in St Croix £85 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/parasail-experience-in-st-croix.a48425677.activity-details) ![Saint Croix: Stand Up Paddleboard Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48318399/eeb7d524-e05a-48dc-9051-348f46ee326a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Saint Croix: Stand Up Paddleboard Rental £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/saint-croix-stand-up-paddleboard-rental.a48318399.activity-details) ![Taste of Twin City Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46246253/317f1601-55bc-4be8-b231-5cb09bbdc615.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours £107 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taste-of-twin-city-food-tour-with-vi-food-tours.a46246253.activity-details) ![C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46965800/1f026394-29b8-4108-92ce-6bfddcd8ee7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours £97 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/csted-sip-savor-mixology-class-with-vi-food-tours.a46965800.activity-details) [See all activities in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Southwest Ireland ![Muckross House featuring a garden, heritage architecture and flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144602-Killarney.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Killarney ![Cork](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524778-cork.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cork ![Photo by Karthikeya Pandit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/61235fa604b17cf515d9200fe599c9eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Caherdaniel ![Tralee Town Park showing a statue or sculpture, flowers and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144701-Tralee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tralee ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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