Province of Munster Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

How one kiss can make you eloquent. Blarney castle is a popular tourist site in Ireland, attracting visitors from all over the world to kiss the famous Blarney Stone and tour the castle and its gardens. The Blarney Stone is a block of Carboniferous limestone built into the battlements of Blarney Castle. According to legend, kissing the stone endows the kisser with the gift of eloquence. The stone was set into a tower of the castle in 1446. (You can only kiss the stone in an acrobatic position.) Photo: not the castle, but "Blarney House", built on the same site in 1874. #LocalSecrets #Trovember #History
How one kiss can make you eloquent. Blarney castle is a popular tourist site in Ireland, attracting visitors from all over the world to kiss the famous Blarney Stone and tour the castle and its gardens. The Blarney Stone is a block of Carboniferous limestone built into the battlements of Blarney Castle. According to legend, kissing the stone endows the kisser with the gift of eloquence. The stone was set into a tower of the castle in 1446. (You can only kiss the stone in an acrobatic position.) Photo: not the castle, but "Blarney House", built on the same site in 1874. #LocalSecrets #Trovember #History
The "other" cliffs of County Clare. Looking North East from Loop Head Lighthouse.
The Lighthouse at Loop Head, Co Clare
5000 year old Neolithic Portal tomb

Where to stay in Province of Munster

English Market which includes food, markets 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 Cork Opera House while you're in town.

Cork City Centre
Hunt Museum showing a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and art

Limerick City Centre

4/5(12 area reviews)

Limerick City Centre is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Arthur's Quay Park and O'Connell Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Limerick.

Limerick City Centre
Killarney National Park. To the south and west of Killarney is a vast mountainous area, the McGillycuddy's Series, the highest mountain range in Ireland, with peaks up to 1000 meters high. The National Park covers the area around the lakes to the southwest of Killarney. #Nature

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.

Killarney City Centre
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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.

Dromhale
The Labyrinth Garden at the Cathedral. A place to reflect while waking the labyrinth. Cork Ireland

South Parish

If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.

South Parish
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Ballycasheen

While Ballycasheen isn't home to many top sights, St. Mary's Church and Killarney House Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ballycasheen
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork

4 out of 5
John Redmond Street Cork Cork
The price is AU$196 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$196
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Lovely staff and very clean roomd. Also great location

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Imperial Hotel

Imperial Hotel

4 out of 5
76 South Mall Street Cork Cork
The price is AU$249 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$249
27 Jan - 28 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! (1,002 reviews)
We didn’t opt for breakfast.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Imperial Hotel
Isaacs Hotel Cork City

Isaacs Hotel Cork City

3 out of 5
48 MacCurtain Street Cork Cork
The price is AU$199 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$199
25 Jan - 26 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! (1,002 reviews)
Spotless, modern apartment with kitchen and washer/dryer in the city center. Loved it!

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Isaacs Hotel Cork City
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Park Place Apartments

Park Place Apartments

4 out of 5
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

Park Place Apartments
Castletroy Park Hotel Suites

Castletroy Park Hotel Suites

4 out of 5
Castleroy Park Hotel Limerick Limerick
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Limerick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (365 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Castletroy Park Hotel Suites
The Reserve at Muckross

The Reserve at Muckross

4 out of 5
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

The Reserve at Muckross
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Popular places to visit

Cliffs of Moher featuring rugged coastline and general coastal views

Cliffs of Moher

Velvety green fields drop away into sheer ocean cliffs amid the intriguing ecology and geology of Ireland’s most visited natural attraction.

Cliffs of Moher
Muckross Abbey showing château or palace, heritage elements and flowers

Killarney National Park

See the rare fauna and visit the quaint cottages adorning the picturesque lakes and forests of this mountainous national park.

Killarney National Park
Low angle view of a castle, Dromoland Castle, Shannon, Republic of Ireland

Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Newmarket on Fergus at Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club
Blarney Castle showing a castle, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Blarney Castle

Walk in the footsteps of ancient kings, wander amid mystical gardens and kiss the venerated Blarney Stone at this centuries-old castle.

Blarney Castle
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park showing heritage elements, a house and interior views

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

Explore a striking castle, experience life in 19th-century Ireland, walk amid manicured gardens and enjoy a medieval banquet at this family-friendly attraction.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
University College Cork showing a river or creek and a small town or village

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.

University College Cork

Cities near Province of Munster

Muckross House featuring flowers, a park and a castle

Killarney

University College Cork showing a river or creek and a small town or village

Cork

Adobe

Shannon

Viking Triangle featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Waterford