Ireland · BLARNEY CASTLE TOURS
The stone is at the top of a narrow spiral stair and the gardens are better than anybody expects. These 15 compare the Cork day trips, the Dublin ones that add Cashel, and the timings that get you up the tower before the queue forms.
Visit Blarney Castle, Cork, and the Rock of Cashel from Dublin on a 12-hour guided tour with transport, entry fees, and free time.
“Cool and Sunny weather made this a great tour. It is a long day and worth the travel. Driver was friendly and full of information.”
See Blarney Castle, the Rock of Cashel, and Cahir Castle on a long but rewarding Dublin day tour with transport and entry included.
“Derek was a wonderful guide! I went in November and we had a small group. I had plenty of time to see everything at each stop. Beautiful views, interesting history during the bus ride and at the castles. 100% recommend this tour.”
Visit Blarney Castle, the Rock of Cashel, and Cahir Castle on a full-day Dublin tour with admission, rural views, and an entertaining guide.
“We had a great time. Our guide Philip was super cool, he gave us information about every castle we visited and more.”
Review of the Dublin to Cork rail tour with Blarney Castle, the Blarney Stone, Cobh Heritage Centre, scenic views, and practical tips.
“Had a great time on our trip! This is my second time going on this tour and I am never disappointed! Guides and drivers are amazing!”
Visit Blarney Castle, shop at Blarney Woollen Mills, explore Kinsale, and see Cork and Cobh on an 8-hour shore excursion.
“Extraordinary tour and historical descriptions! Native tour guide, up on all current events! Thanks!”
Review of the Cork shore excursion to Blarney Castle and Kinsale, with port transfers, guided commentary, pricing, timing, and practical tips.
“Disappointed. The guide would not accompany you into the complex of Blarney Castle. He just dropped you there for 3 and a half hours. You have to go through it by yourself. You will learn nothing and a lot of waiting. He didn't warn you that the wait to get into the Castle is at least 2 1/2 hours. And when it's time to return to the bus, you are on your own to rember the route. The next stop is Kinsale village. It's gaudy and has a lot of neon color. Not worth visiting. Ultimately, the bus didn't drop you off at the Cork Cathedral. We must hike up…”
Visit Blarney Castle, kiss the famous stone, explore Cork and the Rock of Cashel on a full-day Paddywagon tour from Dublin.
“Excellent tour guide and driver Brian. Learned a great deal about Irish history during our drive. Excellent driver, punctual and courteous!”
Review of Railtours Ireland’s 3-day rail and coach trip to Blarney, Cobh, the Ring of Kerry, Bunratty, and the Cliffs of Moher.
“We had a great time. I would highly recommend this tour, it's an ambitious itinerary but it gives you the opportunity to see a lot. Our tour guide Bob was simply delightful! Thanks Bob for all of your insight and expertise.”
Travel from Dublin to Blarney Castle, Cork, and Cobh by train and coach, with Irish history, Titanic connections, and scenic Cork Harbour views.
“Our guides for this day trip were very organized and friendly. Brian did a superb job providing historical information throughout our day excursion. The day was enjoyable by train and by bus. Our favorite part of the day was Blarney Castle, Blarney Village and the drive to Cobh. St Colman’s Cathedral in Cobh was absolutely spectacular! Wish we could have had more time in Cobh wandering around the port.”
Take the train from Cobh to Cork, visit Blarney Castle, tour Cork, and see Cobh Cathedral on a well-organized Irish day trip.
“Excellent trip, very informative and a few jokes thrown in! Recommended if you are visiting from a Cruise ship”
Review of the Blarney Castle and Gardens tour, with guided village walks, Blarney Stone access, practical tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.
“This was a fantastic tour. Our guide was Ann. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. The gardens were spectacular. And Ann was so knowledgeable. Take this tour and ask for Ann!!!!!”
See Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle, Cork, the Burren, and Cliffs of Moher on a fast, affordable two-day trip from Dublin.
“Let me start by saying, we had an excellent time on our tour! We had wonderful weather and very accommodating and friendly guides. I had to deduct stars though because the execution and advertisement of the tour are way off. First of all, its not really a two day tour. It's two one day tours where they set up a B&B overnight in Cork. On the first day we went to Blarney & Cashel. We did not stop in Cobh at all, which was a disappointment. However, Blarney's grounds were stunning. I was so glad we had plenty of time to roam around the gardens. By the time we go…”
Review of the Cork shore tour to Blarney Castle and Jameson Distillery, with port pickup, Irish scenery, tasting, costs, tips, and drawbacks.
“The castle was amazing! Wear good shoes, you’ll be climbing a lot of narrow stairs. The Blarney Stone seems scary because it’s up so high but remember, there’s no way you’re going to fall (there’s bars across the opening) Good fortune’s to all you good kissers!”
See the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, Cork, the Burren, and Rock of Cashel on a practical two-day tour from Dublin.
“I solo tripped to Ireland this past weekend and did the 2 day trip through Paddywagon Tours. My bus drivers were fantastic, very outgoing and incredibly helpful and informative! I would recommend this trip to anyone of any age! The hostel I stayed in cork was fantastic as well!”
Visit Blarney Castle and Cobh from Cork with transport, castle admission, local commentary, gardens, Titanic history, and free time.
“Very nice castle and the cute town of Cobh that have to be in your wish list. May be half an hour more would be nice, specially in the castle. The coming back was a little faster”
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