Cork Midsummer Festival

Blarney Castle

Blarney Castle and Rock Close

Blarney Castle and Rock Close, home of the world famous Blarney Stone is situated 8km from Cork City Centre. The world famous castle is most famous for its stone, which has the traditional power of conferring eloquence on all who kiss it. The Blarney Stone is located at the top of the Castle so be prepared to climb the 100 steps, to reach it.

In the grounds of the Castle is the magical Rock Close, there is a magical aura of magic here, with Wishing Steps, Witch’s Kitchen, Druid’s Cave and many other delights. The other well less known delights of the Castle grounds are the 60 acres of parklands with a lake walk, the fern and poison gardens, avenues and arboretums.

Take a stroll up to the 19th Century Blarney House, were you will stroll past the Belgian Beds and wander on to uncover the delights of the Old Ice House, Climbing Plant Wall and Lake Walk.

Come pay a visit to us at Blarney Castle were you will be welcomed. Spend the day, spend an hour or more and we are sure you will enjoy your visit.

Open All Year Round

Monday to Saturday
May: 9am to 6.30pm
June-July-August: 9am to 7pm
September: 9am to 6.30pm
October- April: 9am to Sundown (or 6pm)

Sundays
Summer: 9am to 5.30pm
Winter: 9am to sundown

Last admission: 30 minutes before closing
Admission
Adult €10.00
Senior €8.00
Student €8.00
Children €3.50 (aged 8-13)
Family €23.50 (2adults and 2 children )

Blarney Castle, Blarney, Co Cork, Ireland
Tel: 021-4385252
www.blarneycastle.ie
Open All Year Round