Blarney Castle & Gardens

Blarney, Ireland

Kiss the Blarney Stone for the gift of the gab, then explore the Poison Garden, Rock Close and woodland walks.

Official website Directions Where to stay

Mooch tip Queue for the stone early - it can take an hour in summer.

Visiting

Opening times: Daily
How long to allow: Half day
Best time to go: Opening time to beat queues
Accessibility: Castle climb has narrow steps

Getting there

Address: Monacnapa, Blarney, T23 Y598
Parking: Car park
Nearest station: Cork then bus

Places to stay near Blarney Castle & Gardens

Blarney Castle HotelBlarney · £££ · 0.5 km away Blarney Woollen Mills HotelBlarney · ££ · 0.6 km away Talbot Hotel, CorkBallincollig · £££ · 5.0 km away GN Commons Inn Hotel CorkCork · £££ · 5.4 km away The Kingsley HotelCork · £££££ · 5.8 km away Hayfield Manor HotelCork · £££££ · 7.0 km away

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More to do nearby

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