Day 1: Killarney National Park, Muckross House, Torc Waterfall and Ross Castle.
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Kerry
Iconic mountain scenery, Atlantic islands and some of Ireland’s greatest road trips.
Kerry Coast
ExploreKillarney, Dingle and the Ring of Kerry
Best timeApril to October
Time needed3–5 days
Perfect forHikers, photographers, families and scenic-road enthusiasts
Plan your visit
Why visit Kerry?
Iconic mountain scenery, Atlantic islands and some of Ireland’s greatest road trips.
Don’t miss
Top 20 landmarks and attractions
A curated starting point for planning your time in the county.
- 01Killarney National Park
- 02Ring of Kerry
- 03Muckross House and Gardens
- 04Ross Castle
- 05Torc Waterfall
- 06Gap of Dunloe
- 07Ladies View
- 08Skellig Michael
- 09Valentia Island
- 10Dingle Peninsula
- 11Slea Head Drive
- 12Inch Beach
- 13Kerry Cliffs
- 14Carrauntoohil
- 15Derrynane House
- 16Cahergall Stone Fort
- 17Kenmare
- 18Sneem
- 19Rossbeigh Beach
- 20Kells Bay Gardens
Suggested route
A simple three-day itinerary
3 daysSuggested county driving route
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Day 2: Drive the Ring of Kerry with stops at Cahersiveen, Valentia and Derrynane.
Day 3: Explore Dingle, Slea Head and Inch Beach.
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Lake cruise
County Kerry
Lakes of Killarney cruise
Pair a Ross Castle visit with time on Lough Leane. Check sailing times and allow time to reach the pier.
Start / arrival pointRoss Castle, Killarney
Horse riding
County Kerry
Killarney National Park horse riding
Explore park scenery from the saddle with a guide. Check rider age, ability and other participation limits before booking.
Start / arrival pointRiding stables outside Killarney town
Scenic day trip
County Kerry
Dingle and Slea Head from Killarney
Explore the peninsula on a guided outing from Killarney. A useful option when you would rather not drive the coastal roads.
Start / arrival pointKillarney — not Dingle town
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