Blarney Castle & Gardens Tours and Tickets

Enhance your experience of Ireland with a full-day excursion to three of the country’s top attractions. From the comfort of a luxury coach, travel through the Irish countryside to visit Blarney Castle, famed for the enchanting Blarney Stone, which grants those who kiss it the gift of gab. See, too, Cahir Castle and the Rock of Cashel Cathedral and gain insight into the region’s rich heritage from your guide.

This expertly curated tour offers unique access to Ireland’s must-see Blarney Castle & Gardens, home to the world-famous Blarney Stone. This wonderful tour also includes an enchanting walk discovering the picturesque village of Blarney as well as time to shop at one of Ireland’s oldest and most authentic Irish Woollen Mills. - Beat the Ticket Line crowds – with our easy access tickets to Blarney Castle & Gardens - Visit the 15th-century Blarney Castle home of the Blarney Stone - Kiss the Blarney Stone and receive the “Gift of Eloquence” or named locally as the “Gift of the Gab” - Enjoy a guided walking tour of the very picturesque Blarney Village - Visit Ireland’s oldest and largest Irish craft goods shop - Experience a fully guided tour led by an expert local English-speaking professional guide. - Enjoy the best stories and highlights of Blarney Castle & Gardens and Blarney Village

Take a Dublin rail tour to Blarney Castle, the medieval stronghold of southern Ireland. On this historical and cultural day trip, you’ll course through Ireland by train and coach, enjoying views of the lush countryside on your way to tour the castle grounds and plant a kiss on the Blarney Stone. Then take a city tour of Cork and visit the Queenstown Story Heritage Center in Cobh, Ireland’s largest emigration port.

Make the most of your time in port on a shore excursion from Cobh and discover county highlights, including Blarney Castle, Kinsale, and Cobh Cathedral. Enjoy round-trip transportation for seamless transfer between dispersed locations, and gain insight into the region from your guide’s on-board commentary. Benefit from tailored departure times according to the duration your docking.

Get the most out of your time in Ireland by exploring its beautiful scenery and historic sites. You won’t have to arrange transport, as train tickets and coach transfers are included. Enjoy exploring Blarney Castle, with free time to go shopping and get lunch. A city tour of Cork is also included, as well as Cobh Heritage Centre. Traveling with a guide to accompany you means you’ll learn as you tour Ireland’s highlights and you won’t have to navigate. 

Our great adventure starts visiting one of Ireland’s greatest treasures Blarney Castle, the home of Blarney Stone also known as Stone of Eloquence. Do you know if you kiss the stone, it will give you the gift of eloquence? Blarney Castle is more than a castle, it is a complex building divided in different parts: chapel, banqueting hall & family room, young ladies’ bedroom, the dungeon, the great hall, the kitchen… After this visit to the castle, we will drive to Cork where we are going to enjoy a panoramic tour (we don’t stop to visit sites). You will learn the history of English Market, one of the world’s oldest municipal markets, St. Anne’s Church which is known for the famous Shandon Bells tower. We can´t leave Cork without visiting the famous Jameson Distillery, during the tour you will be shown how whisky is made and you will be able to taste it. Maximum 25 pax ( adjustable times based on the schedule of your cruise) PLEASE NOTE: WALKING INVOLVED MISSING YOU ALREADY!!

While your ship is at Cobh cruise port, discover three of south Ireland’s highlights on this full-day shore excursion. Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone — said to bestow eloquence — and enjoy a panoramic Cork tour. Then, continue through rolling countryside to the fishing port of Kinsale before returning to Cobh, the last port-of-call of the Titanic, and if time allows, seeing its impressive cathedral. Port pickup and drop-off included.

Visit some of Ireland’s most popular attractions during this 6-day tour from Dublin. Choose from three different lodging options, and have your accommodations and transport taken care of for five nights and six days. Pass the Peace Wall in Belfast, visit Giant’s Causeway, and kiss the Blarney Stone in Cork. Travel along the Ring of Kerry, and see the Cliffs of Moher, and the Dark Hedges, made famous by 'Game of Thrones.'

Visit the World Famous Blarney Castle, Kinsale and Cobh on a day tour to remember from Cork with your own private Executive driven vehicle. As Your private local 5 star rated company we will meet you at the pick-up location of your choice and we will make our way to the world famous Blarney Castle, the amazing fishing village of Kinsale and Cobh, also known in the past as Queenstown. We look after everything so you can enjoy every moment. If you would like to customise your tour we would be happy to help you. Our customer reviews will give you a feeling of the experience you will have on this amazing private day tour that is provided by Private Tours Cork. From the moment you book your tour we will be available to answer any questions you might have. we look forward to showing you the very best of Cork.

Maximize time in County Cork with a full-day private tour. Meet your local guide at the pick-up location of your choice and set out to see the historic Blarney Castle, the colorful fishing village of Kinsale, and Cork City. Skip the hassle of navigating and leave the driving to your private guide. Itineraries can be customized according to your individual interests.

Visit two of Cork's most important towns—Cobh and Blarney—in a single tour, with all transportation provided. No need to rent a car or puzzle over directions; just sit back and enjoy the ride and the scenery. Admission to the castle and gardens at Blarney is included, a savings off the day-of ticket price. In Cobh, learn about the history of Irish immigration through your guide's commentary and choose the attractions you'd like to visit independently.

Want to see some of Ireland’s iconic locations and get off the tourist trail? The All Ireland Adventure is a customizable trip. Our experience combines with your interests and needs to create a smooth trip. Starting from Cork, travel across the country in an air conditioned van with a guide to point out all the highlights.

Southern Ireland is said to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. See its majestic beauty for yourself during this 2-day tour that takes you to the area’s top highlights with round-trip transport from Dublin included. See Blarney Castle and the famous Blarney Stone, Bunratty Castle, the Rock of Cashel, the Burren, and the Cliffs of Moher. Plus spend time cruising through the stalls at the English Market in Cork, and catch sight of King John's Castle and River Shannon in Limerick.

When your ship docks in the Port of Cork in Cobh, make the most of your limited time with this fully customizable private Cobh tour. Catch sight of the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle, potter around the hilly streets of Cork, and wander through the Spanish-influenced town of Kinsale. Then, relax as your guide returns you to port in time for your ship’s departure.

Discover the natural and cultural highlights of Ireland on an unforgettable 3-day tour to Cork, the Ring of Kerry, and the Cliffs of Moher from Dublin. Relish the romance of traveling by train and coach through the stunning natural scenery of Ireland as you visit iconic attractions like Blarney Castle and the UNESCO-listed Cliffs of Moher. Delve into the rich culture of Cork on a city tour; enjoy spectacular coastal vistas as you travel along the Ring of Kerry; and enjoy traditional Irish hospitality during overnight stays in Killarney.     

On the Cork City and Blarney tour visit the hidden gems of the city before going to the world famous Blarney Castle. Hear all about the history of cork from your tour guide who's passion for this beautiful place will shine through with his storytelling and traditional music as we meander our way through the city and county.

Enhance your experience of Ireland’s stunning coastal scenery on a relaxed 2-day trip to Cork and the Ring of Kerry from Dublin. Travel through Ireland’s beautiful countryside and visit iconic attractions like Blarney Castle, home to the famous Blarney Stone, and the gorgeous Dingle Bay. Enjoy an overnight stay in the convivial town of Killarney; revitalize with a fulfilling full Irish breakfast; and learn about the rich culture and history of the region from a professional guide.   

Journey from Dublin on a two-day rail and coach tour through Irish countryside and Ireland's Ancient East en route to some of the country’s most beloved attractions. You’ll visit Blarney Castle and its very kissable Blarney Stone as well as Queenstown Story Heritage Center at Cobh’s Victoria Station, where generations of Ireland emigrants set off for new lands. This getaway excursion includes an overnight stay at a four-start lodging. It also features a city tour of Cork with a trip to its English Market, an 18th-century covered food market that’s easily one of the country’s best.

Ireland’s dramatic west coast can be difficult for visitors to navigate, but this 5-day tour from Dublin makes it easy to see the country’s spectacular Atlantic scenery, from the Cliffs of Moher and Dingle Peninsula to Killarney’s Ring of Kerry. Along the way, tour a renowned whiskey distillery, pop into authentic Irish pubs, and kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Hotel stays and all other details are arranged for a stress-free adventure with a small group of fellow travelers.

Enjoy Ireland’s spectacular southern and western coastlines on this 4-day rail and coach tour from Dublin. Visit highlights including Cork city, the Blarney Stone and Limerick; and take coach trips around the beautiful Ring of Kerry and Galway Bay, and to the epic Cliffs of Moher and Connemara. See wild beaches and fjord-like bays; visit pretty villages and castles, and absorb Ireland’s traditional rural charms en route. Three nights’ accommodation in Killarney, plus daily breakfasts, and all rail travel and coach trips are included.

Get ready to immerse yourself in all things Ireland on this small-group tour. Over seven days with a local guide, you’ll scout for puffins at a puffin sanctuary, see the Rock of Cashel, explore Killarney National Park and the Cliffs of Moher, sail to the wild Aran Islands, dive into Galway’s artsy culture, tour the Dingle Peninsula, stop at a Jameson distillery, and so, so much more.

Journey across Southern Ireland on this 6-day tour that lets you choose from three accommodation options. This tour provides you with accommodations and transport for five nights and six days. Some of the stops along the way include Adare, Inch Beach, the Dingle Peninsula, Cork, Cobh, Cong, and Killarney. Travel around the Ring of Kerry, see Blarney Castle and Bunratty Castle, and make a visit to the Cliffs of Moher. Go to the Guinness Storehouse brewery, and down a pint of beer, and take pictures at the 13th-century Corcomroe Abbey.

Meet your experienced local tour guide in Dublin and begin the relaxing drive South of the island. CARRAIG PHADRAIG – ROCK OF ST. PATRICK This is reportedly the site of the conversion of King Aenghus the of Munster by St. Patrick in the 5th century. For centuries The Rock of Cashel has been the seat of the High Kings of Munster. Most of the buildings on the current site date from the 12th and 13th centuries when the rock was gifted to the Church. CORK CITY Enjoy one hour or so at leisure in Cork city, Ireland's southern capital. Highlights include the gourmet English Markets (1788) with a large selection of food stalls representing the best of local produce or get stuck into a beautiful lunch with your guides recommendations. BLARNEY CASTLE The Irish are famous for the “Blarney”. Kiss the Blarney Stone and you too will receive this “gift of the gab” - 7 years of eloquent speech.