Top Reasons to Go

Cork City: Ireland's second city is confident and cool and uncompromisingly Irish. At the edge of its hilly perimeter is Blarney Castle where visitors line up to kiss the Blarney Stone.

Gougane Barra: Tiny St. Finbarr's Church is perched on the edge of a promontory, so it almost appears to float over its reflection in the placid waters of the lake below.

County Cork's food scene: With Ireland's best pastures, heaving trawlers with fresh catch, happening craft beer scene and creative chefs, Cork is enticing visitors to its busy eateries.

The launch pad of the Wild Atlantic Way: County Cork's shoreline is stuffed with secret coves and ridiculously pretty villages, along with the world's second largest natural harbor at Cobh.

The Beara Peninsula: Rugged coastline, ancient stone circles, rich history, timeless pubs, and the home of Ireland's only over water cable car make this one of Ireland's most rewarding destinations.