,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(-8.49911,51.69691)/-8.534997291862965,51.813150617558705,8.357997106960225/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
Blarney Castle & GardensvsCharles Fort
Both are praised by professional reviewers. On balance, Blarney Castle & Gardens ranks significantly better than Charles Fort. Blarney Castle & Gardens is ranked #2 in Cork with recommendations from 5 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
Blarney Castle & Gardens
Frommer's Frommer's
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
Blarney
From $0/night
Frommer's "While Blarney Castle is extremely touristy, it is still one of the most impressive castles in Ireland." Full review
Frommer's "Though a runaway favorite for the title of “cheesiest tourist attraction in Ireland,” Blarney Castle is still an impressive building." Full review
Fodor's "The castle contains the famed Blarney Stone; kissing the stone, it's said, endows the kisser with the fabled "gift of the gab"." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"At the castle's heart is its huge keep, a fine example of a fortified dwelling." Full review
Afar Magazine "The 15th-century tower is a spectacular sight, built by one of Ireland’s great chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy. " Full review
Afar Magazine "The late afternoon light on the castle was golden. And the grounds, which are extensive, were beautiful." Full review
Charles Fort Fodor's
Lonely Planet Afar Magazine Frommer's
Summer Cove, Kinsale
From $0/night
Fodor's "The British built Charles Fort on the east side of the Bandon River estuary in the late 17th century, after their defeat of the Spanish and Irish forces." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"One of Europe's best-preserved star-shaped artillery forts, this vast 17th-century fortification would be worth a visit for its spectacular views alone." Full review
Afar Magazine "If you're a fan of history and/or photography, be sure to spend time at Charles Fort in County Cork." Full review
i
If you're a fan of history and/or photography, be sure to spend time at Charles Fort in County Cork.
Frommer's "A classic star-shaped fort, it was constructed after the Battle of Kinsale (1601)...and the fort remained in use as a military garrison right up until the British left in 1921." Full review
