Visiting Blarney Castle

Good morning from Cork, Ireland!  Today we will be traveling to Blarney Castle.  We will be climbing the castle to kiss the famous Blarney Stone!

View from the hotel room window

Parking at Blarney Castle.  That's our lovely (not!) Cactus on the right.

Walking into Blarney Castle

Blarney Castle

Going inside of Blarney Castle

There's a little hike to the top of the castle and the stone.  It's doable though.

See the line of people at the top of the castle?  They are in line to kiss the Blarney Stone.  The man in the red jacket assists you.  When it is your turn, you sit down on a black mat.  The man in the red jacket holds onto you and helps you.  There are bars underneath so you can't slip through.  There is also a photographer who takes your picture.

Blarney Castle Poison Garden

I really enjoyed visiting Blarney Castle and would recommend going if you visit the area!