Dublin to Rock of Cashel, Cork City & Blarney Castle Guided Tour
Overview
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12 hours
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Discover the highlights of Cork & Tipperary on this popular day tour from Dublin.
Visit the most famous castle in all of Ireland - Blarney Castle. Lay back and kiss the magical Blarney Stone and receive the gift of eloquent speech for 7 years.
Enjoy 90 minutes in Cork to see the highlights of the Southern Capital including the English Markets which welcomed Queen Elizabeth II of England on her recent state visit to Ireland.
Also experience Rock of Cashel - a magnificent ruin overlooking the plains of Co. Tipperary.
Your ticket includes admission fees to Blarney Castle and Gardens worth EUR 22.00 & entrance to Rock of Cashel worth EUR 8.00!
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Baby and booster seats available, please notify us with your booking if you require.
Collapsible wheelchairs can be stored underneath, and are the responsibility of the passenger.
Bookings made through Viator will automatically be signed up for the pickup point and collection time specified in the booking.
If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick-up locations offered by Paddywagon Tours, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 17:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note that changes are only guaranteed once confirmed in writing by us.
If you wish to depart the tour in eg Cork instead of returning to Dublin you are welcome to do so. Please simply inform the driver first thing in the morning of your intention not to return to Dublin and remind him again as you are leaving the tour. You are welcome to bring luggage with you which can be stored in the luggage compartment. Hand luggage can be stored in the overhead compartment. Valuables are stored at your own risk and the company cannot be held liable for damage or loss
As is typical throughout the industry, tour vehicles do not have washrooms for hygiene reasons. Accordingly, ample restroom breaks are factored into the itinerary
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
USB ports to charge your devices while on tour
EUR 8.00 Admission into Rock of Cashel
WiFi on board
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
EUR 22.00 Admission into Blarney Castle and Gardens.
Food and drinks
Gratuities
What To Expect
Paddywagon Tours
We depart Dublin @ 08:00, driving through the midlands down to Blarney, in the beautiful County Cork. We will pass through the Golden Vale, the most fertile lands in all of Europe with green fields as far as the eye can see.
Rock of Cashel
Our first stop will be the world famous Rock of Cashel in Co. Tipperary. One of Ireland's most evocative sites, you can stroll in the footsteps of St. Patrick flanked by ruins, Celtic crosses and round towers. Feel the soul of Ireland. The Rock of Cashel was the traditional seat of the Kings of Munster until they donated the complex to the Catholic Church almost 1,000 years ago for use as a cathedral. One of the best examples of medieval architecture anywhere in Europe. Your entrance fee (EUR 7.00) is included in the price of this tour.
Options
Depart: Paddy's Palace @8:00
Paddy's Palace, Lower Gardiner Street, Dublin - 08:00 am
Reviews
2,255 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highlight of my Ireland visit!
Suzette O,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great day in Ireland! Cashel is beautiful and scenic, the lunch stop in Cork enjoyable and the Blarney Castle, and kissing the stone an experience of a lifetime! A day I’ll always remember! Our guide Jerry was delightfully spirited! Recommend!
Great itinerary, horrible tour guide
Jason C,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
2.00The only reason I'm giving this 2 stars is because the itinerary was great, visiting Blarney Castle and kissing the stone. Cork was a nice city but could not be fully seen in an hours time. There was no designated tour guide like I had on my other tour, just the old Irish driver who doesn’t help you. He failed to give any instructions or advice on places to eat or things to do and see when asked. He gave some historical announcements after passing some sights along the way but nothing that informative. Some couple was late by 15 minutes at the Blarney stone sight where we had to be on the bus by 1445 and didn't end up leaving until after 1500. That cut into our time to walk around and explore the city of Cork for an hour when it was specified as hour and half. The whole mood of the tour shifted after that. Then while we were in Cork, the bus driver dropped us off at one location and didn't specify exactly where he would be parked upon departure, causing me to go into the office and ask Paddywagon where he was. They finally called him and the bus was parked a few blocks away. It felt like the bus driver was just there to shuttle us back and forth and not guide us.
Great craic in the Paddywagon
Paul O,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Once we figured out where to meet the coach, all was perfect. Our driver, Alex, was knowledgeable and entertaining. The tome spent at each stop was just right.
Great but would have like more time at Blarney
Brandon V,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip. And I was pleased with my day. However, it would have been nice to spend another 30-60 minutes at Blarney. I would have liked a bit more time to walk around the gardens. Besides the castle and kissing the stone, there wasn't much time for anything else. Maybe depart Dublin a bit earlier? Maybe cut the 20 minute rest stop on the way home?
Blarney, Cashel and Cork
Dina B,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent trip! Alex was fun and had a lot of interesting stories and information. He was very concerned about everyone’s comfort and made sure there were bathroom stops. The was plenty of time at all of the stops and Alex even gave us an option to spend more time at Blarney Castle and skip Cork. Alex also gave us an alternate drop off option. Great excursion!
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