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Cobh harbour town at sunrise with pastel houses climbing the hill and St Colman's Cathedral spire above the rooftops

Cobh by Car: Titanic, St Colman's Cathedral and the Steep Hill

Cobh is Cork Harbour's showpiece town — Titanic history, a cathedral that dominates the skyline, and streets steep enough to test your calves. Here's how to do it by car without the usual parking headaches.

The Old Head of Kinsale peninsula rising above the Atlantic Ocean

Old Head of Kinsale by Car: Cliffs, Lighthouse and the Loop

A practical guide to driving the Old Head of Kinsale, with parking tips, the loop walk, lighthouse views, golf course access rules, and how to pair it with Kinsale town and Charles Fort.

Colourful houses along the waterfront of Kinsale harbour in County Cork, with sailing boats and green hills behind

Kinsale by Car: Parking, Harbour Walks and the Old Head

Kinsale is the Cork harbour town that coach passengers photograph from the bridge. Here's how to see it properly by car: where to park, how to walk the village, the drive to the Old Head, and where to eat the best seafood chowder.

A scenic coastal road curving along the cliffs of Valentia Island in County Kerry, Ireland

Valentia Island by Car: Ferry, Bridge and the Skellig View

A self-drive guide to Valentia Island off the Ring of Kerry: the ferry from Reenard Point, the bridge at Portmagee, the Skellig view from Bray Head, and what to know before you cross.

Colourful houses along the tidal estuary of Sneem village on the Ring of Kerry, with green hills behind

Sneem by Car: A Ring of Kerry Village Stop

Sneem is the Ring of Kerry village most coach passengers photograph in passing. Here's how to stop properly, park without stress, see the sculptures and waterfront, and use it as a base for Derrynane and the Skellig coast.

Kenmare Bay at golden hour with calm water reflecting green hills and a small harbour.

Kenmare by Car: The Ring of Kerry's Southern Gateway

Kenmare is the southern gateway to the Ring of Kerry, but most coach passengers only see it through a window. Here's how to explore the town, park sensibly, eat well, and use it as a base for the best drives in Kerry.

Torc Waterfall cascading through moss-covered rocks and ancient oak woodland in Killarney National Park

Torc Waterfall by Car: Parking, Timing and the Short Walk

Torc Waterfall is one of the easiest waterfalls to reach by car in Killarney National Park. Learn where to park, when to visit, the short woodland walk in, and how to link it with Muckross House and the Ring of Kerry.

A stately Victorian mansion with limestone walls and tall windows, set against woodland and a soft grey Irish sky.

Muckross House and Gardens by Car: What to Know Before You Visit

Plan a self-drive visit to Muckross House and Gardens near Killarney. Covers the approach, parking, the house tour, gardens, Muckross Abbey, timing, and how to pair it with Ross Castle and the Ring of Kerry.

Ross Castle reflected in the calm waters of Lough Leane with mountains behind

Ross Castle by Car: Parking, Boats and the Killarney Approach

How to reach Ross Castle by car, where to park, what the castle tour involves, and whether the boat trip to Innisfallen Island is worth your time.