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Blarney Castle & GardensvsThe English Market
Blarney Castle & Gardens and The English Market are both endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, The English Market is the choice of most writers compared to Blarney Castle & Gardens. The English Market has a TripExpert Score of 94 with praise from 6 sources like Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
Blarney Castle & Gardens
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Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
Blarney
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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
The English Market Frommer's Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide Afar Magazine
Grand Parade, Cork
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Frommer's "The name of this bustling food market harks back to the days of English rule." Full review
Fodor's "Such is the fame of the English Market that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth insisted on an impromptu walkabout here on her historic first visit to Ireland in May 2011." Full review
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Be sure to make a beeline for one of the misleadingly small entrances to this large and famous mecca for foodies.
Travel + Leisure "Cork's best artisans and purveyors gather here to sell products like soda bread, organic greens and seafood." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"In front of the stalls with their pre-cut meats laid out, you will be struck by the smells of the brightly coloured foods. The local specialities: drisheen (black pudding) and crúibini (pigs' trotters." Full review
Afar Magazine "The English Market is Ireland's most famous covered food market, and is heaven for anyone who loves food." Full review
