Location: Blarney
Top Things to do in Blarney
The 6 Best Sights & Landmarks in Blarney, Province of Munster
Blarney (Irish: an Bhlarna, meaning "the little field") is a town and townland in County Cork, Ireland. It lies 8 km (5.0 mi) north-west of Cork and is famed as the site of Blarney Castle, home of the legendary Blarney Stone.
Restaurants in Blarney
1. Blarney Castle & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,308 reviews
Situated 8km from Cork City, this historic castle is most famous for its stone, which has the traditional power of conferring eloquence on all who kiss it. The word Blarney was introduced into the English language by Queen Elizabeth I and is described as pleasant talk, intended to deceive without offending. The stone is set in the wall below the battlements, and to kiss it one has to lean backwards (grasping an iron railing) from the parapet walk. LAST ADMISSION IS 60 MINS BEFORE CLOSING TIME/Dogs Not Permitted/Drone Photography Prohibited
Reviewed By rulesnations - Tuscaloosa, United States
Our family had a great trip to Blarney, perfect weather and beautiful grounds are beyond what I expected. I imagine the busy travel season might be tougher on kissing the stone but we only waited 20-30 mins and the walk up is interesting as you read each plaque. The Stone was fine but I never expected the amount of other opportunities to be so good. Kids absolutely loved it, would highly recommend a full day there.
2. Church of Ireland Church
3. Roman Catholic Church
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4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By nicarafiki - Hartford, United States
As I walked the village I noticed this quaint Catholic Church and as favorable circumstance would bear, I was in time for their Morning Mass. I was absolutely delighted to attend such a beautiful Mass, receive Communion, meet some of the Sisters of the Missionaries of Charity, and met a very nice woman named Rose. She gifted me music CDs and a fresh peach! I met other people there and I have to say they were all very kind and welcoming, wonderful examples of the charity exemplified by the greetings of St. Elizabeth and the Blessed Virgin Mother. Thank you my new friend Rose and the wonderful parishioners. Go raibh maith agat and Go Neiri on Bothar leat. Thank you and May the road rise with you.
4. Blarney Stone
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4.5 based on 599 reviews
Reviewed By AllanH328 - Bethesda, United States
Everyone says this is the most touristy thing to do in Ireland, but it was one of the funnest things we did. The castle and grounds were picturesque. You wind your way up the castle as you wait in line to kiss the Blarney Stone. Our wait was about 20 minutes which wasn't bad. It looks like on peak days could be over an hour. Once you get to the top you can watch others kissing the stone which was also fun. When it is your turn it goes very quickly so have your cameras ready!!! They also take a photo which you can buy.
