In recent years, the towns and their people have become the main attractions of the southwest. Boasting the likes of Kinsale, Clonakilty, Kenmare, Killarney, and Dingle, to name but a few, the Counties of Cork and Kerry have become synonymous friendly, welcoming atmospheres, vibrant nightlife, and stunning scenery.

The South-West is a strategic planning area within the Southern Region in Ireland. It is a NUTS Level III statistical region of Ireland (coded IE053). [1][2] It includes the city of Cork and the counties of Cork and Kerry.

This road trip around Ireland’s stunning southwest follows part of the scenic River Shannon through small towns, historic sites, and Limerick city. It even goes all the way to the Cliffs of Moher!

Southwest Ireland is on most people’s itinerary for a trip to the Emerald Isle. I’m talking about Counties Cork and Kerry with their all star line up of places like Kinsale, Cobh, Blarney Castle with its famous stone, the Ring of Kerry, Killarney National Park and the Dingle Peninsula.

The counties Cork and Kerry in the southwest of the Emerald Isle are blessed with a diverse, quite mountainous landscape as well as a fascinating coastline. Here one encounters the typical image of Ireland with gentle hills and green meadows against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean.

The South West corner of Ireland offers national parks, coastal drives, historic landmarks, golf courses, and whiskey distilleries. Plan a visit to this part of Ireland to explore Killarney National Park, kiss the Blarney Stone, sip whiskey in Midleton, and see …

The most comprehensive tourist guide for The Southwest, Ireland with advice on things to do and see, places to visit and more. Insight Guides provides inspiration for travelling around the world.

2022年9月20日 · Visit: Year-round with April-October being the best months to see Ireland. This Ultimate Guide to Ireland is the first of four regional visitor guides from an experienced local to help you outline the most incredible itinerary for traveling to Ireland's Southwest.

The County of Cork shares with Kerry the south-western corner of Ireland. Washed by the warm Gulf Stream and tje mild moist southerly winds, palm trees and bamboo flourish. The region is steeped in ancient history and folklore. There are over 100 heritage and cultural sites of significance covering many diverse aspects of Ireland’s past.

Whether you visit Irish speaking villages in the Dingle Peninsula, see the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, or admire the mountain ranges of the Iveragh Peninsula, South West Ireland packs serious scenic punch.