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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: English, Irish (Gaelic), some French and German among tourists
- Climate: Oceanic
- Timezone: Europe/Dublin
- Population: Approximately 1.3 million people live in the South West Ireland region.
- Best Time to Visit: due to variable conditions.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand generally do not require a visa for short stays. Citizens from many countries can enter visa-free for tourism up to 90 days. Others may need to apply for a visa in advance. Ireland does not offer e-visas or visas on arrival. US, EU, and UK citizens should carry a valid passport or national ID card.
About South West Ireland
South West Ireland is a captivating region known for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality. It boasts rugged coastlines, rolling green hills, and charming villages that offer an authentic Irish experience. The area is famous for the Wild Atlantic Way, a scenic coastal route that showcases dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches, and quaint fishing ports. Visitors are drawn to its historic castles, ancient ruins, and vibrant towns such as Killarney and Cork. The region’s blend of natural beauty and cultural richness makes it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and food lovers alike. Whether hiking in Killarney National Park, exploring the Dingle Peninsula, or enjoying traditional Irish music in a local pub, South West Ireland offers a unique and memorable travel experience.
Top Attractions
1. Ring of Kerry – A scenic driving route featuring stunning coastal views, mountains, and lakes. 2. Killarney National Park – A vast park with lakes, woodlands, and historic Muckross House. 3. Cliffs of Moher – Iconic sea cliffs offering panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean. 4. Blarney Castle – Famous for the Blarney Stone, said to grant the gift of eloquence. 5. Dingle Peninsula – Known for its rugged beauty, ancient sites, and vibrant Gaelic culture.
Popular Activities
Hiking and cycling along the Wild Atlantic Way, boat tours to see marine wildlife, visiting traditional music sessions in local pubs, exploring ancient castles and ruins, and participating in cultural festivals. Adventure seekers can enjoy surfing, horseback riding, and fishing. Food tours and whiskey tastings are also popular.
South West Ireland Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Ireland
- Duration Range: Hiking and cycling along the Wild Atlantic Way, boat tours to see marine wildlife, visiting traditional music sessions in local pubs, exploring ancient castles and ruins, and participating in cultural festivals. Adventure seekers can enjoy surfing, horseback riding, and fishing. Food tours and whiskey tastings are also popular.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: Visit between May and September for the best weather. Pack layers and waterproof clothing due to variable conditions. Respect local customs by greeting people politely and enjoying traditional music sessions quietly. Carry some cash as smaller establishments may not accept cards. Ireland is generally safe, but watch for slippery roads in wet weather. Use a plug adapter for electronics.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $250
638 Available Tour Excursions in South West Ireland
We are dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. With our expert local guides, you will be able to explore the stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture of Scotland in a way that is tailored to your interests and preferences. Embark on a breath-taking journey from Edinburgh to Glencoe, The Highlands and Loch Ness. Enjoying the stunning views of The Kelpies, Stirling Castle, Cairngorms, and Ben Nevis along the way. This tour will take you through some of Scotland's most magnificent landscapes and landmarks, and leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Starting in Edinburgh, our private driver guide will lead you through the heart of Scotland, as we make our way to the Scottish Highlands. We offer an exceptional on-board experience, enjoy luxury leather seats, self-rear controlled AC, WIFI, and USB ports, complimentary cold drinks and snacks in our onboard cooler. We look forward to helping you experience the magic of Scotland!
Price: $1,290.27
Duration: 10-12 hours
Family private sea safari Rib experience allows you to still have the same award winning experience but you can Tailor make your own tour spending time seeing what interests you
Price: $886.58
Duration: 2 hours
Relax and Enjoy the Trip of a LIFE TIME : Starting at your HOTEL or B&B or Locality: Travelling the Ring of Kerry : From Killarney : Killorglin ,Glenbeig, Cahersiveen , Skillig Ring , Valentia Island ,Waterville & Sneem Beautiful Views See where the Transatlantic Cable enter the water Connecting Europe with U.S.A. in 1866 A little Piece of the Cable carried on Minivan duration to enjoy.Visit to the Skellig Experience ( Skellig Michael VIDEO This trip is FIVE to Seven hours : have a few short walks See how: other people live in this Beautiful Country of ours Next Parish to America only Water between ?:.A Visit to a Local Public House for a Drink & Sea Food not included in the Package Only if you want ? Irelands higest Mountain in the Macgillycuddy Reeks : Birth Place of Daniel o Connell & The only Cathelic Church called after a Statesman On the way home you travel through the National Park A 10 minute walk up & 10 Back to the Torc Waterfall Good Time to Start our day@ 9 am
Price: $907.51
Duration:
Walk With Me include in their motor tours the classic and world renowned one day driving route that is The Ring of Kerry. This private motor tour along a section of The Wild Atlantic Way touring route starts in Killarney and takes you on a journey of dramatic sea views, sheer cliffs and ever changing skies. We will also include The Skellig Ring which is located close to the Ring of Kerry but rarely visited by larger coach tours. The Skellig Ring offers some of the best coastal scenery in Ireland.
Price: $815.66
Duration: 7-8 hours
The guided Kinsale E-Bike Tour will give you a unique perspective and experience of Kinsale. We guarantee that there is absolutely no other way to see and learn so much about Kinsale in just 3 hours! Electric Bikes, Smart Helmets and Expert Local Guides ensures that this eBike tour gives you a captivating and in depth tour of every nook of Kinsale. We run our tours 3 times a day, 7 days a week. Ensuring you have the max opportunity to experience the very best of Kinsale, our bike shop is located on Main Street. Making it simple to join us, and to grab a beer or some food before/after. Our local guides are highly trained, are great fun and full of positive energy! Our top quality eBikes are all less than 1 year old, maximising comfort and minimising headaches. Our smart helmets make it simple for us all to chat to each other, without having to stop and shout Each tour route is unique and depends on the folks who are with us.
Price: $76.84
Duration: 3 hours
The Dingle Peninsula is one of the world's most picturesque locations. Make the most of this magnificent setting by hiring our acclaimed tour guides to highlight it. We have been the proud recipients of TripAdvisor's Travellers's Choice Award for the last 3 years. With Mossie and Helen as your guides, you can take in the breathtaking scenery and fascinating archaeological and historical sites throughout the Dingle Peninsula in comfort. Join us as we commemorate more than 6,000 years of history, culture, spirituality, music, and song.
Price: $413.74
Duration: 1-4 hours
Begin with a guided Distillery Tour before learning the basics of Mixology and create bespoke cocktails to enjoy in our eclectic Drink Studio. Discover the history of cocktails and the technique of creating a perfectly-balanced cocktail in a fun, engaging environment in a stunning boutique space. Learn shaking & stirring techniques, and create two custom cocktails using spirits crafted at our distillery under the guidance and support of our Head Mixologist. Experience available only by bookings and not available for walk-ins. Experience Summary : Guided tour of distillery + Cocktail Class + Create 2 Custom Cocktails + Complementary Gin & Tonic on arrival Every Friday & Saturday at 5.45pm, Duration : 1 hour 30 minutes ,
Price: $59.11
Duration: 1 hours
Experience the world’s only daily placenames walking tour, an intimate, luxury experience (max 8 guests) along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way. Regularly featured on TV and in the media, this unique tour unlocks the hidden history of Castlehaven through its placenames—revealing Viking traders, Gaelic chieftains, and long-lost ways of life. Discover names like Carrig na Saighneoirí, a tiny headland named after the medieval pilchard fishermen who made the O’Driscolls and O’Donovans as wealthy as European royalty. Explore Beann tSídháin (peak of the faeries ) and An Glaisín Álainn (the beautiful little stream), where the landscape itself tells a story. Your experience includes a gourmet picnic of West Cork cheese, smoked seafood from Union Hall, and Celine’s home baking, making this an unforgettable blend of culture, history, and artisan food. 12:00 Noon Daily | Max 8 Guests | Includes Artisan Picnic
Price: $135.94
Duration: 3-4 hours
This is a private tour for up to 4 people so you can stop when and where you wish, the tour will be tailored to suit your needs. What better way to explore Dingle than with a local accredited guide with many years experience!
Price: $768.37
Duration: 7-8 hours
Our boat tour, based in Kinsale, County Cork, provides family-friendly boat tours of Kinsale Harbour and the Bandon River. We offer mackerel and lobster fishing, interaction with wildlife, and sightseeing tours in Kinsale Harbour. Explore Kinsale Harbour's man-made fortifications, natural coves, islands, beaches, and wildlife with your tour guide, in Kinsale in County Cork. The boat trips explore the natural beauty of Kinsale Harbour. The tour is narrated by your Captain so you are guaranteed a great craic on your day out The business operates a pleasure cruise skippered by an experienced navigator and his canine first mate. Born into a seafaring family, your captain has spent most of his life around boats and served as a navigations officer for forty years in the merchant navy. Brian is enamored by the sea and very passionate about sharing the beauty of his local area of Kinsale.
Price: $561.50
Duration: 3-4 hours
We are a multi award winning tour company which also holds the Viator Badge of excellence. This exclusive private tour showcases the best of County Cork, visiting Blarney Castle, historic Kinsale, and Cobh, the Titanic’s last port. Travel in comfort and style in a luxury vehicle with panoramic views, led by a 5-star rated local guide. Enjoy seamless door-to-door service from Cork hotels or Cobh Cruise Terminal. Winner of the 2025 Irish Enterprise Award for Most Exclusive Tour Operator, this tour is backed by Viator’s Badge of Excellence and a 100% traveler recommendation rate. Along the way, hear captivating stories, discover hidden gems, and experience the warmth of authentic Irish hospitality. A must-do, can’t-miss day—perfect for your Ireland bucket list.
Price: $1,057.99
Duration: 7 hours
We are experienced professionals with all the best intentions at heart to make your vacation to Ireland a dream come true. Our Giants Causeway tour is delivered in a unique manner where our guides are delivering a tour that is friendly, funny, and informative at the same time. We are passionate about our country and we love to share its history, stories and character with our guests. We understand the effort it takes to make this dream become a reality therefore you can count on us for everything. We understand how important time is, so don’t spend hours searching for that perfect tour because here you have found it, and we can be really confident to say so. Why are we Unique? We feel that if we were booking a private tour abroad we'd hope for top class service which is what you will receive. From your first contact with us, until the deliverance of your tour, you will receive the utmost best treatment in Customer Satisfaction.
Price: $1,601.76
Duration: 12 hours
This is an area of the Wild Atlantic Way that is not know to many people but is spectacularly beautiful. From hidden rock pools to amazing vistas and wildlife, the Toe Head peninsula is simply amazing.
Price: $57.92
Duration: 2 hours
Personal chauffeur guided tour with an accredited and personable tour guide, in a very luxurious Mercedes S-Class 350.
Price: $425.56
Duration: 4 hours
There are is an amazing collection of stories in the local folklore of this area and during this tour we visit the areas where these stories happened. It is truly a magical way to experience Irish and local culture.
Price: $81.57
Duration: 2 hours
Set sail on a thrilling journey along the Wild Atlantic Way with Aqua Terra Boat Tours, your gateway to the best of Kerry’s coastal tours. Our Valentia Island cruise offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the enchantment of Valentia Island from the unique perspective of the water’s edge. This 1.5-hour adventure combines the thrill of speed with the awe of exploration, bringing you face-to-face with the rich history, mysterious caves, dramatic cliffs, and diverse wildlife on one of Ireland’s most picturesque landscape
Price: $74.47
Duration: 1 hours
Embark on an exhilarating exploration of the enchanting landscapes of West Cork with our eBike Adventure. This brand new tour is a unique, hilly spin that is nearly all on bóithríní, the narrow country lanes typical of rural Ireland. The sophisticated suspension of our state-of-the-art eBikes makes tackling these slopes a breeze, opening up the undulating terrain for us to explore like never before. Starting and finishing in the picturesque fishing village of Union Hall, this thrilling circuit weaves through the heart of West Cork, reaching out to the captivating corners of Myross, Leap, Rosscarbery, and Glandore. With a distance of approximately 40 kilometers, our e-bike tour is a delightful combination of natural beauty, rich history, and cultural heritage. This tour promises a feast for your senses.
Price: $112.30
Duration: 4 hours
We take pride in our attention to detail, quality of equipment and the level of service we offer to make your experience a memorable one. We have the highest quality bikes and e-bikes, serviced by trained bike mechanics. Our staff are fully trained and have completed the Greenway champions programme, with excellent knowledge of places along the route and local activities to experience. We also specialize in group booking and providing tour packages which can include transport, accommodation, bike rental and refreshments.
Price: $17.73
Duration: 7 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
- Check tour cancellation and refund policies
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
South West Ireland’s cuisine emphasizes fresh, local ingredients such as seafood, lamb, and dairy. Signature dishes include Irish stew, seafood chowder, soda bread, and boxty (potato pancakes). Dining customs are relaxed and welcoming, often centered around hearty, home-cooked meals. Noteworthy restaurants include those in Cork city, known for innovative takes on traditional Irish fare, and cozy pubs offering authentic dishes paired with local craft beers and whiskeys.
Getting Around
The region is accessible by air via Cork Airport and Shannon Airport. Local transport includes buses and trains connecting major towns, but service can be limited in rural areas. Renting a car is the most convenient way to explore the countryside and coastal routes. Taxi services are available in towns. Costs for public transport are moderate; car rental prices vary seasonally.
Travel Tips
Visit between May and September for the best weather. Pack layers and waterproof clothing due to variable conditions. Respect local customs by greeting people politely and enjoying traditional music sessions quietly. Carry some cash as smaller establishments may not accept cards. Ireland is generally safe, but watch for slippery roads in wet weather. Use a plug adapter for electronics.
Culture & Customs
Irish culture in the South West is deeply rooted in music, storytelling, and community. Social customs include friendly greetings and a strong sense of hospitality. Traditional festivals celebrate Gaelic heritage, music, and dance. It is polite to engage in conversation and show interest in local traditions. Tipping around 10% in restaurants is customary. Punctuality is appreciated but not rigidly enforced.
