Ireland · Castles & Palaces

Blarney Castle Full-Day Tour

12 Hours Round trip from Cork Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day tour from Dublin to some of Ireland’s best-known historic landmarks
  • 02 Visit the Rock of Cashel, one of Ireland’s 7 Wonders
  • 03 Explore Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone
  • 04 Enjoy time to discover the castle grounds, gardens, and woodland walks
  • 05 See Cahir Castle, one of Ireland’s largest and best-preserved castles
  • 06 Travel through the scenic Irish countryside by air-conditioned vehicle
  • 07 Admissions to Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle & Gardens, and Cahir Castle included

Discover some of Ireland’s most iconic historic sites on this full-day journey from Dublin. Travel through the Irish countryside to visit the legendary Rock of Cashel, the world-famous Blarney Castle, and the impressive Cahir Castle, with time to explore each stop along the way.

Kiss the Blarney Stone and receive the “gift of the gab,” wander through the castle grounds and woodland walks, and take in the rich history of these remarkable landmarks. With round-trip transport and admissions included, this is an easy and memorable way to experience a classic day out in Ireland.

Kiss the stone and receive the “gift of the gab”.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cork, Dublin
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

08:00 am - Depart Dublin from the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street

We will meet in front of the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street. Our exciting day tour will begin by travelling through Ireland’s southern terrain. Before leaving you’ll meet your fun-loving and knowledgeable tour guide and your fellow travel companions! As we leave the city behind us, we’ll soon pass into an area referred to as “The Curragh” within County Kildare. This region is absolutely perfect for breeding and training horses..

10:10 am - Rock of Cashel

We will arrive at one of Ireland’s 7 Wonders - the Rock of Cashel! Here we’ll explore the Hall of Vicars, Cormack’s Chapel, Celtic Cathedral, Round Tower, and the surrounding grounds filled with ancient high crosses! In addition, you’ll have the marvelous opportunity to gaze upon one of Ireland’s oldest Romanesque wall paintings inside the world-famous historical landmark!

12.30 am - Kiss the Blarney stone at Blarney Castle and Lunch Break (3 hrs- Lunch not included)

We arrive at Blarney Castle, which is the highlight of the tour for most. Blarney Castle is known around the world for its famous Blarney Stone. Kiss the stone and receive the “gift of the gab”. Blarney Castle isn't all about the Stone; the Blarney castle itself is worthy of exploration as are its fantastic lush grounds and woodland walks. There is much to see and explore. See the Rock Close and find the Wishing Steps to make a wish!

16:30 pm - Discover Cahir Castle

Cahir Castle was once the stronghold of the powerful Butler family, the castle retains its impressive keep, tower and much of its original defensive structure. It is one of Ireland's largest and best preserved castles. It is situated on a rocky island on the River Suir.

20:00 pm - Arrive Dublin

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cork 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with USB ports
  • Driver/guide
  • Rock of Cashel admission
  • Blarney Castle & Gardens admission
  • Cahir Castle admission

What's Not Included

  • Lunch

Know before you go

Please Arrive to the departure location 15 minutes early.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cork, IE
Tour start
Cork, IE
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Cork.

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