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Location: Cork, Munster, Ireland

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1. Fern Garden – Blarney Castle and Gardens loop from Blarney

7.14km

01:50

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Blarney Castle and Gardens – Fern Garden loop from Blarney

5.99km

01:34

40m

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3. Blarney Castle and Gardens – River Walk loop from Blarney

3.10km

00:49

20m

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Bumble-Bee

February 21, 2022

Very nice laid out and maintained gardens around the actual castle - really worth the entry fee (currently 18€). The Blarney stone is a bit of a 'must do' attraction and actually quite fun if you are not too afraid of heights - it is a bit touristic too with automatic camera, shop for the photos etc. But the tour through the ruin and the views from the top are really cool and who would reject a bit of eloquence :-)

Parking directly at the entrance is surprisingly cheap and with the gardens you should definitely plan more than the 2h of free parking in the village.

Daniela

January 30, 2015

A must see on any visit to Cork, Blarney Castle with its beautiful park is a highlight at any time of year, but especially lovely if the flowers are (still) in bloom.

During the high season, in summer, it can become rather crowded in the castle tower itself, with lots of tourists lining up to kiss the Blarney Stone which is supposed to give you the "gift of the gab". Since the stairs are quite narrow, it is hard to pass the line even if you don't wish to smooch the stone.

Entry used to be free years ago; you pay now for both the park and visiting the castle, but as the grounds are beautifully preserved, it is definitely worth it!

Go here for further details: blarneycastle.ie

Guido

September 26, 2018

Admission costs 18 € (2018) for adults, but it definitely worth it .. Ireland with its mild climate pure

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Location: Cork, Munster, Ireland

Blarney Castle and Gardens

1. Fern Garden – Blarney Castle and Gardens loop from Blarney

2. Blarney Castle and Gardens – Fern Garden loop from Blarney

3. Blarney Castle and Gardens – River Walk loop from Blarney

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