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Get set for stunning vistas and superlative scenery in the awe-inspiring South of Ireland

Dunbrody Famine Ship
Kilkenny Castle and Gardens
Beara Peninsula
Cottage Garden in Stradbally

From left to right: Dunbrody Famine Ship, Kilkenny Castle and Gardens, Beara Peninsula, Cottage Garden in Stradbally

The picturesque South of Ireland is famed for its relaxed pace of life and outstanding natural beauty. Encompassing the counties of Carlow, Cork, Kerry, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford, the South promises a wealth of variety whether you want to tee off on a lush coastal links or take some precious pampering time in a world-renowned spa. 

With an exquisite coastline that ranges from rolling green hills in the South East to the craggy, mountainous peninsulas of West Cork and Kerry, the sea is central to the identity of this region with a range of excellent watersports, delicious seafood and romantic stretches of deserted beach. 

West Cork is fast gaining a reputation as Ireland’s top gourmet spot; Kerry boasts an abundance of incredible spas, while Waterford and Wexford are well-known for their pretty, sun-warmed beaches and lovely coastal villages.

Inland lie the vibrant counties of Kilkenny, Tipperary and Carlow, with their ancient heritage, endless festivals, cracking pubs and peaceful riverways. 

Throughout the South, you’ll be thrilled with endless opportunities for sightseeing, exceptionally picturesque landscapes, great shopping, adventure and outdoor activities, lively towns and villages, and some real gourmet delights.

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Carlow Autumn Walking Festival

08 Oct 2010 - 10 Oct 2010

If you're a serious rambler or just like to stretch your legs and enjoy the view, Carlow is a brilliant destination to explore on...

Wexford Festival Opera

16 Oct 2010 - 30 Oct 2010

Wexford Festival Opera is widely recognised as Ireland's most prestigious cultural event. Now entering its 59th season, it is...

Savour Kilkenny

22 Oct 2010 - 25 Oct 2010

Keep the October Bank Holiday weekend free for the Savour Kilkenny Food Festival - Ireland's biggest celebration of real Irish...

Imagine Arts Festival

22 Oct 2010 - 31 Oct 2010

IMAGINE is a unique celebration of the arts in Waterford city, providing an opportunity for everyone to experience and participate...

Waterford International Music Festival

02 Nov 2010 - 13 Nov 2010

The Waterford International Music Festival - November 2nd – 13th, is a celebration of what’s best about music, from popular...

Cashel Arts Fest

12 Nov 2010 - 21 Nov 2010

The focus of the festival is to provide a series of platforms and opportunities for all sections of the community to engage with a...

Wexworlds Science Fiction and Fantasy Fiction Festival

26 Nov 2010 - 28 Nov 2010

Wexford town is invaded for whole weekend by leading science fiction and fantasy fiction authors and artists providing a variety...

The Gathering Festival

02 Mar 2011 - 06 Mar 2011

A weekend of traditional music & dance with workshops, sessions, live shows and much more. Concerts and sessions will feature acts...

Cork International Choral Festival

27 Apr 2011 - 01 May 2011

Cork International Choral Festival is a world-class annual festival celebrating the very best of choral and vocal music. One of...

Ballyhoura International Walking Festival

29 Apr 2011 - 02 May 2011

Ballyhoura’s International Walking Festival takes place annually over the May Bank Holiday weekend. Straddling parts of counties...

Puck Fair

10 Aug 2011 - 12 Aug 2012

One of Ireland's oldest festivals, the origins of Puck Fair are shrouded in the mists of time. Where else but in Ireland would a...

 

 

 

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