The Co. Cork attraction achieved a luck score of 7.61 out of ten. More than 400,000 visit annually, many continuing the tradition of kissing the Blarney Stone for good fortune and eloquence. The recognition adds another international accolade to one of Ireland’s most famous historic attractions.

The ranking analysed more than 16,000 TripAdvisor reviews alongside search volumes, social media popularity and visitor ratings. Blarney Castle recorded 319 luck-related reviews, around 28,400 monthly searches and more than 190,000 Instagram hashtags. India’s Golden Temple topped the international ranking, followed by Rome’s Trevi Fountain and Prague’s Charles Bridge, highlighting destinations where traditions continue attracting travellers worldwide.













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