Blarney Castle

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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 …

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Apr 20, 2025
This might be the definition of a tourist trap. I don’t know why this is a “thing”. You spend £25 (£23 admission+£2 parking) to wait 45+ minutes in line to “kiss the stone”. Staff “help” you reach th…Full review by rwaltma
Apr 15, 2025
we visited the Blarney Castle on a thursday. It was nice sunny day. The area is sprawling and a lovely place to have a picnic and spend all day walking the trails. We did not have that much time. We …Full review by Shanker B
Mar 20, 2025
The views were grand and we kissed the Blarney Stone. We went on St. Paddy’s Day morning and got there when it opened. No wait at that time to kiss the stone. Do this when in Ireland! A must!!Full review by 665dennisy
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We are going to be driving through Cork, but I don't think we're going to make it in time before they close for the evening. …
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We are going to be driving through Cork, but I don't think we're going to make it in time before they close for the evening. Can we see the castle from the roadway? Can we drive up to it after hours just to take pictures?
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Yeh, its not close to where your car would be parked. Since you're driving through Cork, is there no way that you can visit the castle since you're already there? Its a beautiful castle …
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Yeh, its not close to where your car would be parked. Since you're driving through Cork, is there no way that you can visit the castle since you're already there? Its a beautiful castle and it would be a shame to miss it if you're going to be in the area anyways.
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We were there yesterday for a short time to see the castle only. We could not wait in line to purchase photos. Is it possible …
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We were there yesterday for a short time to see the castle only. We could not wait in line to purchase photos. Is it possible to order it online? What is the e-mail I can use to inquire about buying photos?
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I am sorry I dont know the answer to this question. I dont work at the castle, I visited the gardens when I wrote the review
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If you're chubby will the stairs be too narrow?
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Do you have to buy tickets online?
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No, tickets can be bought online or on arrival at our ticket office
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