Region guide
🇮🇪Cork, Kerry and South-West Ireland
Cork, Kerry, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, rugged coasts, mountains, food, music and Ireland’s classic scenic southwest.
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What to see and do
Current weather
Average temperatures
15 °C
clear sky
Spring
Air8-15 °C
Sea8-10 °C
Summer
Air17-22 °C
Sea13-16 °C
Autumn
Air9-15 °C
Sea11-14 °C
Winter
Air4-9 °C
Sea7-9 °C
General information
Cork, Kerry and South-West Ireland are among the country’s strongest travel regions, with food culture, colourful towns, peninsulas, mountains and Atlantic roads.
Trips and nature
Kerry and Dingle offer dramatic coasts, beaches, mountains, lakes and scenic drives. Killarney National Park is one of Ireland’s classic natural stops.
Food and atmosphere
Cork has a proud independent spirit and strong food scene, while Kerry and Dingle bring music, Gaelic culture, archaeology and coastal village life.
Transport and stay
Cork has an airport and rail links. A car is very useful for Kerry, Dingle, smaller beaches and scenic peninsulas.