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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Kerry: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Kerry
- The saying goes around these parts that Kerry is the Kingdom, and it's true that the magical Ring of Kerry is one of Ireland's top tourist attractions.
- The raw beauty of this scenic, 179-kilometer-long route is sure to lift even the most jaded traveler's spirits, and the Ring of Kerry's many attractions will entice them to stay longer.
- The Ring of Kerry follows the stunning Iveragh Peninsula's coastline. Prepare to be wowed by panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, stunning islands, wild sweeping mountains, and a plethora of picturesque villages along the way.
- While the journey can be completed in under three hours if done nonstop, that does not do it justice.
- Killarney National Park, for example, deserves at least a day of exploration, and you'll need at least an hour to take in the breathtaking Gap of Dunloe.
- The lakes of Kerry are an important part of the country's history and landscape, with plenty to see and do along their shores.
- Fishing, for example, is very popular here (be careful with licenses this website has a lot of information), and many of the large bodies of water have castles or picturesque grand houses on their shores.
- Capital: Tralee
- International Airport: Kerry Airport (KIR)
- Population: 157,000
- Currency: East Kerry Euro
- Time: UTC+0
- Driving side: Left
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Official Language: Irish
- Religion: Roman Catholic
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Kerry
- The Ring of Kerry's top attraction is without a doubt Killarney National Park.
- When you visit the Gap of Dunloe, you'll feel like you've walked into a postcard.
- With a visit to Cahergal Stone Fort, you can travel back in time to the Iron Ages.
- Kenmare, a friendly little seaside resort on Ireland's southwest coast, is located at the outflow of the River Roughty into the Kenmare River, a long inlet.
- The historic, upmarket, and beautifully situated holiday resort of Parknasilla is just over 16 kilometers from Templenoe.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Kerry
- Tourists can expect 17 to 18 hours of daylight per day during the long summer days.
- As a result, the summer months are one of the best times to visit County Kerry, as visitors can spend the majority of their time outside, taking in the region's top attractions.
- Due to the high season, you should expect to spend your vacation with other tourists from the area.
- Summer festivals and horse racing events are among the season's highlights; the best places to see these events are Killarney, Listowel, and Glenbeigh.
- The annual Fourth of July Parade in Killarney is also worth seeing.
- Kerry's vast wilderness makes it an ideal location for exploring its walking trails and cycle paths.
- Visitors can enjoy boat rides and mountain climbs while taking advantage of the warm summer months.
- Summer holidays in schools also bring local families to Kerry, which is a popular family vacation destination in Ireland.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Kerry
Skellig Islands
- It’s well worth veering off the N70 and heading for Portmagee after fringing Lough Currane and passing through Waterville.
- Visitors can take a boat trip to the Skellig Islands, one of which, Skellig Michael, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Around 23,000 pairs of gannets nest on the ledges of the smaller islands, forming the world's second largest gannet colony.
- A well-preserved 6th-century monastic settlement can be found on the summit of the 218-meter-high Skellig Michael.
- Visitors who climb the 670 steps to the summit are rewarded with panoramic views of the coast and surrounding Atlantic, as well as the opportunity to explore the unique monastic settlement with its otherworldly beehive-shaped huts.
Killarney
- Killarney, with its magnificent National Park, scenic lakes, and world-famous Jaunting Cars, is about 20 minutes by car from Killorglin.
- The magnificent Muckross House and Gardens, The Gap of Dunloe, Innisfallen Island, and numerous traditional live music venues are among the must-see sights.
- The beauty of Killarney's surroundings, which should be explored at leisure, is one of the city's main attractions.
- In 1861, Queen Victoria paid a visit to Muckross House and stayed there. She seemed to be enamored with the location, which is understandable.
- The traditional farms on the same property are a snapshot of life in rural Ireland 60 to 70 years ago.
- How quickly things have changed. Kenmare, the Ring of Kerry's starting and finishing point, is a 35-minute drive away.
Cahersiveen
- Cahersiveen, a small town just under 16 kilometers from Portmagee, has a magnificent old barracks and, somewhat surprisingly, a statue of Charlie Chaplin, who was once a frequent visitor.
- Ballycarbery Castle, which stands across the broad Valentia River from Cahersiveen, is in ruins.
- Two good stone ring-forts can be found to the northeast of the castle, accessible via a side road that leaves the N70 on the left (both National Monuments).
- The hillside fort Leacanabuaile has staircases, chambers within the thickness of the walls, and underground rooms, and Cahergal measures 32 meters in diameter with two stone structures within the walls (more on that below).
- From Cahersiveen, the N70 continues northeast into Kells' broad valley.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Kerry Off the Beaten Track
Cahergal Stone Fort
- With a visit to Cahergal Stone Fort, you can travel back in time to the Iron Ages.
- This impressive Ring of Kerry tourist attraction, an ancient ring fort, manages to feel both ethereal and majestic at the same time.
- Bring a camera because your family and friends at home will need to see this to believe it.
- The circular structure at the center of the fort, which is just outside Cahersiveen and super close to the entrancing Ballycarbery Castle, is surrounded by a large, four-meter-tall (in some places) stone wall.
- This impressive fort is thought to have been built in the 7th century, though no exact date is known.
Kenmare
- Kenmare, a friendly little seaside resort on Ireland's southwest coast, is located at the outflow of the River Roughty into the Kenmare River, a long inlet.
- The town is known for its high-quality lace as well as its high-quality woollen goods. Tourism, on the other hand, is the main source of revenue.
- Given that this is where the Ring of Kerry begins, it's no surprise that so many travelers choose to stop here for a while.
- Despite the fact that tourism has made its mark in Kenmare, the town retains much of the atmosphere that existed when it was founded in 1775.
- The two main streets cross at right angles and pass through lovely scenery.
- A Druid's Circle of 15 standing stones on the bank of the River Finnihy is located not far west.
Glenbeigh
- Visitors can travel another 27 kilometers along the N70 to Glenbeigh, an idyllic little holiday resort with excellent fishing.
- Rossbeigh Strand, a pristine sandy beach, is only two kilometers west.
- The Seefin Mountains and the surrounding horseshoe of hills are visible from the village.
- The Caragh and Behy rivers flow into Castlemaine Harbour on opposite sides.
- Fishing, hang gliding, horseback riding, bird-watching, and golf are all available in addition to the breathtaking scenery and beautiful mountain walks.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Kerry Culture and Traditions
- The copper metal mined in Kerry during the Bronze Age was an important component of early Irish art (c.2500-1800 BCE).
- Irish artisans were able to create a wide range of beautiful and ornate items using bronze. Neolithic art, such as that found at Newgrange, is generally considered to be the first form of visual art in Ireland, followed by Bronze Age ornamental artifacts.
- Bronze was an important metal used in the creation of numerous masterpieces of artistic Celtic metalwork during the late Iron Age (400 BCE - 100 CE), such as the Broighter Collar, the Petrie Crown, and the bronze trumpet from Loughnashade, County Armagh.
- Other early monastic settlements in County Kerry, such as the medieval monastery on Skellig Michael, which is now a World Heritage Site, have links to the early history of Irish art and architecture.
- Valentia Island is home to the Skellig Heritage Centre.
- The Gallarus Oratory on the Dingle Peninsula, with its Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne (Dingle Peninsula Heritage Exhibition) displaying displays of the area's culture, archaeology, and history, is another example of Kerry monastic culture.
- The Church was a major patron of Irish arts (illuminated manuscripts and other religious treasures) and Western cultural scholarship in the early centuries of the Christian era.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Kerry: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Rozzers Restaurant
#Food
- Rozzers Restaurant, located in the Killeen House Hotel in Aghadoe, overlooks the famous Killarney Lakes, a renowned area of natural beauty.
- Paul O'Gorman, the restaurant's head chef, has used the local environment and flavors to create a critically acclaimed menu at Rozzers for more than 15 years.
- Starters like fresh oysters or slow-roasted pork belly with confit duck leg rillettes, main courses like pan-seared monkfish medallions or roast rack of Kerry lamb with a basil and pinenut crust, and desserts like tangy lemon tart are among the highlights.
- Diners can order the Chateaubriand or a Dingle Bay lobster from their fresh water tank for a truly luxurious evening.
- Rozzers Restaurant fully deserves the many awards and accolades it continues to receive with culinary delights like these.
Jack's Coastguard Restaurant
#Food
- Jack's Coastguard Restaurant is located on the Ring of Kerry in the small fishing village of Cromane.
- The former coastguard station, which dates back to 1866, is now a restaurant, but it continues to play an important role in the community.
- It's the only place in Kerry where you can see both the McGillicuddy Reeks and the Brandon Mountain Range at the same time. Although Jack's Coastguard Restaurant specializes in seafood, they can also prepare a delicious Kerry rack of lamb or fillet of beef.
- Residents pianist JP Murphy entertains diners with ambient music from Thursday to Sunday, creating a memorable dining experience.
- Diners can also stop by the Station Bar for a traditional pint and a lively atmosphere after a delicious meal.
QC's Restaurant and Bar
#Food
- QC's Seafood Restaurant and Bar in Cahersiveen, an offshoot of the famous Quinlan's seafood business, has been serving quality seafood dishes to locals and visitors since 2000.
- QC's features ultra-fresh seafood as well as daily changing blackboard specials, and is owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Kate Quinlan and Andrew Cooke.
- Their Valentia crabmeat and Quinlan's smoked salmon on QC's brown bread, as well as their sizzling 'Dingle Prawns' and baby squid, are all popular.
- In 2010, the business expanded to include a townhouse that provides quirky boutique lodging, and in 2012, QC's was named the BIM Seafood Restaurant of the Year, among a slew of other awards.
Killarney Outlet Centre
#Fashion
- The Killarney Outlet Centre is Ireland's premier outlet shopping destination, located in the heart of Killarney, Ireland's most popular tourist destination.
- The Malton Hotel, the Bus Station, and the Railway Station are all close to the Centre, which is conveniently located in the town's heart.
- The Killarney Outlet Centre, which opened in July 1999, houses a variety of stores, including Ireland's first Nike Factory Store.
- The Killarney Outlet Centre sells merchandise at discounts ranging from 30% to 70% off regular retail prices, allowing you to save big on Designer Wear and Branded Goods all year long.
- The Killarney Outlet Centre is a covered shopping mall with disabled access, on-site restaurants, an ATM, and ample parking.
- It is open seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. For visiting tours and excursions, there are a number of Coach Parking spaces available.
Aquadome
#Fun
- The Aqua Dome is a ceiling-high flume slide, and when you see the size of the place, you'll understand why!
- This slide is fantastic for kids of all ages who can stretch to 1.3 meters.
- Once the kids have gotten their water legs and can handle the wave machine, join them on the Lazy River or take it up a notch in the much faster River Rapids!
- There are also Rapids that will take you outside and back.
- When they're about to operate the wave machine or the rapids, a warning siren sounds, giving you enough time to get out if you need to.
- There are also tiny little slides for the smaller kids in the small pool, so everyone can have a good time!
- Whirlpool spas, bubble seats, Jet Sprays, Water Cannons, Gushers, and Geysers are among the other wet play attractions, as are children's pools if you can persuade one to come and swim.
- Unlikely! But, in any case, they hire out excellent float bands, so you've got that for reassurance, even if their flailing isn't deliberate!
Kilkee Waterworld
#Fun
- Kilkee Waterworld, an indoor but seasonal facility open only in July and August, is a splashing good day out for the whole family, young and old.
- It has a variety of entertaining features and atmospheres.
- Guysers and gushers, bubbles and whirls, the rush of a slide or the serenity of a lazy river ride will leave the entire family smiling.
- Swimming lessons are also available, but only during the summer months.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Kerry: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The 50-acre Coolwood Wildlife Park and Wildlife Sanctuary includes a 10-acre Wildlife Park and a 40-acre Wildlife Sanctuary. It has a Coffee Shop and a Children's Playground.
- Killarney National Park, dubbed the "Jewel in Kerry's Crown" by many, is a truly spectacular natural beauty spot. The park is approximately 10,200 hectares in size (26,000 acres).
- Although it is technically not on the Ring of Kerry (it is located approximately 10 kilometers outside of Kenmare on the Ring of Beara), it is impossible to visit Kenmare without paying a visit to Bonane Heritage Park.
- Reenagross Park in Kenmare is a small park on the banks of the Roughty River that is well worth visiting. It has walkways that lead past the shores of Kenmare Bay and is the kind of place where you'd expect to find Kenmare House or Kenmare Lodge, a fine old Victorian house.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Kerry Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh is a 5-day Traditional Music School that focuses on the music and style of the Corca Dhuibhne peninsula in Co. Kerry, Ireland, which is located along the Wild Atlantic Way.
- Conferences, screenings, workshops, and the Student Animation Awards are all part of the Animation Dingle Festival, which brings together industry and third-level participants to celebrate the best in class of animated content.
- Ride Dingle is a fundraiser for local charities in and around Dingle, organized by the Ring of Beara Cycle Kenmare in collaboration with Dingle Cycling Club.The event offers two routes, 55km and 120km, with the longer route encompassing Conor Pass, Ireland's legendary highest mountain pass.
- Dingle's St Patrick's Day celebrations begin at 6 a.m., when the Fife and Drum Band of Dingle takes to the streets in keeping with a long tradition that is usually accompanied by hundreds of enthusiastic spectators.
- The Tinteán Ceoil is a recreation of an old Irish Cottage kitchen from bygone days, and it recalls the old tradition of "bothántaocht," when neighbors and friends would gather for an evening of storytelling and song to pass the time.
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