Blarney Castle & Rock Close

Blarney Castle is one of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions. It was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, and is reputed to bestow the gift of the gab upon anyone who kisses the legendary Stone of Eloquence, found at the top of the Tower. Kiss it and you’ll never again be lost for words.

A number of American presidents, world leaders, and international entertainers have all kissed the stone. Surrounding the castle are extensive gardens with several short walks, some interesting natural rock formations and Blarney House, a Scottish baronial-style mansion built in the grounds in 1874.

Opening Times:

Monday to Saturday:

May: 9.00am to 6.30pm

Jun-Jul-Aug: 9.00am to 7.00pm

Sept: 9.00am to 6.30pm

Oct-Apr: 9.00am to sundown

Sundays:

Summer: 9.00am to 5.30pm

Winter: 9.00am to sundown

Last Admission is 30 minutes before closing.

The Castle, Rock Close Gardens and Lakeland Walk are open all year, except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Blarney Castle Ticket Prices:

Adult Admission: Euro 10

Student / Seniors: Euro 8

Children (8-14 years): Euro 3.50

Family (2 Adults, 2 Children): Euro 23.50

Tour Leaders must stay with student groups while visiting the castle, otherwise they will not be allowed kiss the stone.

Guide books are available in French, English and German.

Call 00353 21 4385252