Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Southwest Ireland December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Southwest Ireland Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Ireland.dx6051464)[Hotels in Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Ireland-Hotels.d6051464.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Southwest Ireland](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Southwest-Ireland.d6051464.Travel-Guide-Flights)[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) # What to do in Southwest Ireland ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Southwest Ireland Types of activities Where to stay [Southwest Ireland travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Ireland.dx6051464) ![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) ## Southwest Ireland Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Southwest Ireland has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Southwest Ireland, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Southwest Ireland with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Southwest Ireland Southwest Ireland is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Southwest Ireland, and make it a breeze to explore Southwest Ireland and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southwest Ireland to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Southwest Ireland, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Southwest Ireland. #### Southwest Ireland attractions Southwest Ireland has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Southwest Ireland to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southwest Ireland. Looking for things to do in Southwest Ireland can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Southwest Ireland or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southwest Ireland attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. 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taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-ring-of-kerry-rail-tour.a181653.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4815595/95cb6682-fbd1-4c24-af1b-60c25822a8fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip 11h 9/10 14 reviews Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ring-of-kerry-full-day-guided-tour-from-cork.a4815595.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4812621/745720c6-ecf4-4aa1-b271-7a8c63c9e1ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork 10h 8.8/10 19 reviews Free cancellation available £60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cliffs-of-moher-and-more-full-day-tour-from-cork.a4812621.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![NO 1 Ring of Kerry Tour inc Killarney Lakes & National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1116853/7efa52dc-eeed-41d2-a265-a9fa994ec930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### NO 1 Ring of Kerry Tour inc Killarney Lakes & National Park 6h 9.4/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-ring-of-kerry-day-trip-including-killarney-lakes-and-national-park.a1116853.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Cork: Jameson Irish Whisky & Midleton Distillery Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4761533/3c99088e-0973-4125-b857-bedaf407791a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cork: Jameson Irish Whisky & Midleton Distillery Experience 1h 15m 8/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £27 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cork-jameson-experience-whisky-tour.a4761533.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Easy Access Blarney Stone and Castle Gardens Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45752255/51e431db-da0e-422d-9390-f62718a23db7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Easy Access Blarney Stone and Castle Gardens Tour 2h 30m 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-blarney-castle-gardens-village-tour.a45752255.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Private Taxi Tour.Blarney,Cork and Kinsale 5 STAR RATED](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49213051/f0784cc4-414e-403b-870b-4a4c7323cfff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Taxi Tour.Blarney,Cork and Kinsale 5 STAR RATED 7h Free cancellation available £491 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jaunting-car-tour-to-ross-castle-from-killarney.a1055460.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Discover Sololaki: Walk through this architecturally rich area on an audio ...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3445523/44c445fb-083a-416b-86f7-14d4c4a8a6c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Sololaki: Walk through this architecturally rich area on an audio ... 1h 30m Free cancellation available £6 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-sololaki-walk-through-this-architecturally-rich-area-on-an-audio-tour.a3445523.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Cork City to Blarney Castle Private Tour in modern AC Minibus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47422657/55734dbf-e46e-4564-9cdf-b21ef21a5fe0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cork City to Blarney Castle Private Tour in modern AC Minibus 5h Free cancellation 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-bike-tour-of-killarney-national-park-muckross-gardens-waterfall.a2706774.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Self Guided Bike Tour on the Tralee to Fenit Greenway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48485208/234cb7d1-23e4-42e2-96c2-0aae7e013857.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Bike Tour on the Tralee to Fenit Greenway 2h Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-bike-tour-on-thetralee-to-fenit-greenway.a48485208.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Private Luxury Tour of Ring of Kerry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49507633/5be4aedf-22cc-4131-9db3-f2720e5184a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Luxury Tour of Ring of Kerry 6h Free cancellation available £569 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-in-cliffs-of-moher-and-wild-atlantic-way.a50062208.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Dingle Peninsula & Slea Head Drive: Tour from Killarney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48113689/9d4be394-fcd5-466b-aee9-f183462105bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dingle Peninsula & Slea Head Drive: Tour from Killarney Free cancellation available £657 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-luxury-dingle-peninsula-tour-from-killarney.a48113689.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Best Fishing and Hiking on Ring of Kerry Freshwater or Sea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47594935/91c96826-7c85-456e-8934-8b2db178e86a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Best Fishing and Hiking on Ring of Kerry Freshwater or Sea 6h Free cancellation available £263 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fishing-and-hiking-on-ring-of-kerry-freshwater-or-sea.a47594935.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Leap into a West Cork eBike Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46407353/e2fef079-22f4-4d93-a2d1-e12eb8cdb062.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Leap into a West Cork eBike Adventure 4h 15m Free cancellation available £101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leap-into-a-west-cork-ebike-adventure.a46407353.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Torc mountain & waterfall hike. Killarney. Private guided group. 3½ hours.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3517191/fd6d8440-d6d3-4dc7-98b2-3858482aeb28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Torc mountain & waterfall hike. Killarney. Private guided group. 3½ hours. 3h 30m Free cancellation available £233 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/torc-mountain-waterfall-hike-killarney-private-guided-group-31-2-hours.a3517191.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Cork: Jameson Irish Whisky & Midleton Distillery Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4761533/3c99088e-0973-4125-b857-bedaf407791a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cork: Jameson Irish Whisky & Midleton Distillery Experience 1h 15m 8/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £27 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cork-jameson-experience-whisky-tour.a4761533.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46439411/bfb828e9-56ff-4df1-b127-db84fdd3272a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour 2h Free cancellation available £49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/delicious-historic-doughnut-tour-with-the-underground-donut-tour.a46439411.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Cork: Midleton Distillery Behind the Scenes Tour & Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47965176/b25f1aef-f1d5-48d9-b14b-60d87b753a76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cork: Midleton Distillery Behind the Scenes Tour & Tasting 2h 8/10 1 review Free cancellation available £66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cork-midleton-distillery-behind-the-scenes-tour-tasting.a47965176.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48325707/3f87d629-ee2b-44a4-894f-377cc4847769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cork-delicious-donut-adventure-by-underground-donut-tour.a48325707.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Clonakilty Distillery: Tour & Classic Whisky Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47678821/c52b0250-560f-4e6d-bbab-03bacdbc5b31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Clonakilty Distillery: Tour & Classic Whisky Tasting 1h 15m Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/clonakilty-distillery-tour-classic-whisky-tasting.a47678821.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Cork: Jameson Cocktail Making Class at Midleton Distillery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48530621/f2149f4e-67f0-4c0d-9ce5-2c35ce682616.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cork: Jameson Cocktail Making Class at Midleton Distillery 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cork-whisky-cocktail-making-class-at-midleton-distillery.a48530621.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Private Jaunting Tour and Afternoon Tea in Killarney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4929999/6b283038-520f-4c90-8092-3ee8614a799d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Jaunting Tour and Afternoon Tea in Killarney 3h Free cancellation available £127 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-jaunting-tour-and-afternoon-tea-in-killarney.a4929999.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Killarney Food and Whisky Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51000651/2d45cf7b-cdda-4e6a-bc12-6318b3c72fc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Killarney Food and Whisky Tour 3h Free cancellation available £123 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/killarney-food-and-whisky-tour.a51000651.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Clonakilty Distillery: Tour & Classic Whisky Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47678821/c52b0250-560f-4e6d-bbab-03bacdbc5b31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Clonakilty Distillery: Tour & Classic Whisky Tasting 1h 15m Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/clonakilty-distillery-tour-classic-whisky-tasting.a47678821.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Cork: Jameson Cocktail Making Class at Midleton Distillery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48530621/f2149f4e-67f0-4c0d-9ce5-2c35ce682616.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cork: Jameson Cocktail Making Class at Midleton Distillery 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cork-whisky-cocktail-making-class-at-midleton-distillery.a48530621.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Killarney National Park Guided Private Full Day Photo Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49939350/fd09c7a3-486e-4132-8d0a-06631c89164a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Killarney National Park Guided Private Full Day Photo Tour 8h Free cancellation available £613 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-full-day-landscape-photo-tour-on-the-wild-atlantic-way.a49939350.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ![Killarney National Park Guided Private 2 Hour Photo Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49939359/f8f0fe40-d0a4-4b8a-b853-1ee1551a04e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Killarney National Park Guided Private 2 Hour Photo Walk 2h Free cancellation available £175 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-private-two-hour-photo-walk-in-killarney-national-park.a49939359.activity-details?&rid=6051464&location=Southwest+Ireland&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Southwest Ireland | Number of things to do | 20 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Historical attractions of Alexander Hamillton Mother's Gravesite](/things-to-do/historical-attractions-of-alexander-hamillton-mothers-gravesite.a47769429.activity-details): £10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Deh HeadPiece & Tings](/things-to-do/deh-headpiece-tings.a47478108.activity-details)[Live Music Sunset Sail](/things-to-do/live-music-sunset-sail.a46066527.activity-details)[Snorkelling with Sea Turtles](/things-to-do/rainbow-beach-all-day-relax-and-play-package.a4929936.activity-details)[Horseback Riding Experience](/things-to-do/horseback-riding-experience.a4120283.activity-details)[Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour](/things-to-do/artisan-shopping-and-beach-day-trip-in-christiansted.a50315706.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Deh HeadPiece & Tings](/things-to-do/deh-headpiece-tings.a47478108.activity-details)[Live Music Sunset Sail](/things-to-do/live-music-sunset-sail.a46066527.activity-details)[Snorkelling with Sea Turtles](/things-to-do/rainbow-beach-all-day-relax-and-play-package.a4929936.activity-details)[Horseback Riding Experience](/things-to-do/horseback-riding-experience.a4120283.activity-details)[Historic Christiansted Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/historic-christiansted-ghost-tour.a49216644.activity-details) | | With kids | [Deh HeadPiece & Tings](/things-to-do/deh-headpiece-tings.a47478108.activity-details)[Live Music Sunset Sail](/things-to-do/live-music-sunset-sail.a46066527.activity-details)[Horseback Riding Experience](/things-to-do/horseback-riding-experience.a4120283.activity-details)[Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour](/things-to-do/artisan-shopping-and-beach-day-trip-in-christiansted.a50315706.activity-details)[Historical attractions of Alexander Hamillton Mother's Gravesite](/things-to-do/historical-attractions-of-alexander-hamillton-mothers-gravesite.a47769429.activity-details) | ## What to do in Southwest Ireland --- ### 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 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 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 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 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 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 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) ![Blarney Stone](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524550-blarney-stone.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blarney Stone While County Cork is not short on medieval history, you will only find one Blarney Stone. Located roughly five miles northwest of Cork, the stone is said to have mythical qualities. Legend has it that the Blarney Stone grants the gift of eloquence to anybody who kisses it. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blarney-Stone-Blarney.d6174282.Attraction) ![Dingle Harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524966-dingle-harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dingle Harbour Explore the waterfront in Dingle with a trip to Dingle Harbour. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dingle-Harbour-Dingle.d6090249.Attraction) ![Cork Opera House](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2c9f23616be2daa01522d86fde5f39f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cork Opera House Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cork-Opera-House-Cork-City-Centre.d6075886.Attraction) ### Explore areas of 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) Cork is officially Ireland's second city, but it is affectionately known by locals as the 'real capital of Ireland'. It is a city made for discovering on foot, thanks to the River Lee which flows around its centre, creating a compact island that is jam-packed with grand Georgian streets, intersected by medieval alleys and modern architectural triumphs such as the opera house. [](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 Cinema Killarney 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) ### 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) ### Dromhale While there might not be top attractions in Dromhale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Kerry Way and Killarney Race Course. [](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) ### Ballycasheen While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, Killarney House Gardens and Cinema Killarney are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Killarney-Ballycasheen.dx919177029390360576) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from 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 ![Photo by Marc De Vos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8e17fdb708d7c3c11bcccae9af0de38f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Waterville ![Charles Fort showing general coastal views, boating and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38794-Charles-Fort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kinsale ![Photo by Our Global Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/90ae9c7d913bd5d00235b6eb3e1855d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rosscarbery ![Dunmore Head showing farmland, general coastal views and rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144711-Dingle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dingle ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - [Holiday Homes in Beara Peninsula ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Beara-Peninsula-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248635976196296-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Villas in Beara Peninsula ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Beara-Peninsula-Villas.d553248635976196296-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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