Blarney Stone For over 200 years, world statesmen, literary giants, and legends of the silver screen have joined the millions of pilgrims climbing the steps to kiss the Blarney Stone and gain the gift of eloquence. Its powers are unquestioned but its story still creates debate. Once upon a time, visitors had to be held by the ankles and lowered head first over the battlements. Today, to kiss it, one has to lean backwards (holding on to an iron railing) from the parapet walk. The Stone itself is still set in the wall below the battlements. |
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Town Center
Blarney town is a major tourist attraction in County Cork. The village of Blarney, amidst beautiful rolling countryside, dominated by the Square with a green in the centre where Blarney locals and tourists congregate during the summer. The square is surrounded by many shops, restaurants, bars and a hotel. There is a scenic walk out on the 5k Blarney Way, which passes by the Old Round Tower of Waterloo, and along the old railways of the Muskerry Tram. Come back and relax afterwards and enjoy a drink in one of our many bars located in the town.
Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle has become a world landmark and one of Ireland’s most popular attractions. Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland's greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, and has been attracting attention beyond Munster ever since. Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney, making it a world landmark and one of Ireland's greatest treasures. The castle is open daily, except for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. There are separate admission rates for children, students, adults, and families.
The Blarney Castle in Ireland should be at the top of any traveler’s list. The beautiful castle, and the entertaining Blarney Castle history,
visitors leave feeling like they’ve touched (even kissed) a genuine part of Irish history and tradition.
Blarney House
Blarney House is a Scottish Baronial mansion designed by John Lanyon and is now open to the public in the summer months. The house sits in the middle of the parklands situated less than 200m south of the great castle itself. Built in 1874, it has now been restored to its former glory. The house is situated overlooking Blarney Lake and features a splendid interior that is well worth a visit while in Blarney.
Blarney Woollen Mills
Blarney Woollen Mills Built in 1823, was originally known as Mahony's Mills. It was a water powered mill, producing mainly tweeds and woollens. After closing in the early 1970s, the mills was re-invented by local entrepreneur Christy Kelleher as a gift store servicing tourists visiting the village.
Today Blarney Woollen Mills is Ireland’s Largest Irish Store. They stock a massive range of Irish Gifts including Waterford Crystal, Belleek Fine China, Royal Tara, Celtic Jewelry and of course Aran Sweaters.
Blarney town is a major tourist attraction in County Cork. The village of Blarney, amidst beautiful rolling countryside, dominated by the Square with a green in the centre where Blarney locals and tourists congregate during the summer. The square is surrounded by many shops, restaurants, bars and a hotel. There is a scenic walk out on the 5k Blarney Way, which passes by the Old Round Tower of Waterloo, and along the old railways of the Muskerry Tram. Come back and relax afterwards and enjoy a drink in one of our many bars located in the town.
Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle has become a world landmark and one of Ireland’s most popular attractions. Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland's greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, and has been attracting attention beyond Munster ever since. Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney, making it a world landmark and one of Ireland's greatest treasures. The castle is open daily, except for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. There are separate admission rates for children, students, adults, and families.
The Blarney Castle in Ireland should be at the top of any traveler’s list. The beautiful castle, and the entertaining Blarney Castle history,
visitors leave feeling like they’ve touched (even kissed) a genuine part of Irish history and tradition.
Blarney House
Blarney House is a Scottish Baronial mansion designed by John Lanyon and is now open to the public in the summer months. The house sits in the middle of the parklands situated less than 200m south of the great castle itself. Built in 1874, it has now been restored to its former glory. The house is situated overlooking Blarney Lake and features a splendid interior that is well worth a visit while in Blarney.
Blarney Woollen Mills
Blarney Woollen Mills Built in 1823, was originally known as Mahony's Mills. It was a water powered mill, producing mainly tweeds and woollens. After closing in the early 1970s, the mills was re-invented by local entrepreneur Christy Kelleher as a gift store servicing tourists visiting the village.
Today Blarney Woollen Mills is Ireland’s Largest Irish Store. They stock a massive range of Irish Gifts including Waterford Crystal, Belleek Fine China, Royal Tara, Celtic Jewelry and of course Aran Sweaters.