Killarney Things to Do

Designed by Scottish architect William Burns for Henry Arthur Herbert and completed in 1843, Muckross House is a Victorian splendour. The house changed hands several times before its final owner, Senator Arthur Rose Vincent, ge... more

Designed by Augutus W. Pugin in English Gothic style, St Mary's Cathedral is regarded as his finest Irish work. It was completed in 1855, strictly adhering to Pugin's exterior and interior designs. During the Famine, constructi... more

Also known as Castlelough, the ruins of this small castle are picturesquely sited on the lake-shore. McCarthy Mor built this castle in 1262 to help secure his ownership of the lands in this area. It was razed in 1652 by Cromwel... more

Despite the seemingly never-ending summer stream of travellers on foot, pony and in jaunting car, the Gap of Dunloe remains a spectacular beauty spot. Viewing the Gap during the quiet winter months can be preferable, though it... more

Although Methodism began in Kerry in 1790, the Killarney Methodist Church is the only active Methodist community in the county today. The present building was completed in 1911. The charming church interior is in the manner of... more

A walker's version of the Ring of Kerry, this footpath goes through the Macgillycuddy Reeks and then around the Iveragh Peninsula including Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen, Waterville, Caherdaniel, and Kenmare. Much of the circuit is ba... more

The most accessible area of the 25,000-acre Killarney National Park, this was the estate of the Browne Family, Earls of Kenmare. There are several gentle walks through the extensive grounds with spectacular lake views, oak wood... more

Lough Leane (Lake of Learning) is the third lake in Killarney's Long Range. Dotted with over 30 islands, it is best seen from the water. Two waterbus services leave from the jetty by Ross Castle for lake cruises. Glassed over w... more

This very pretty church was built in 1870 in English Gothic style. Long ago, the site was part an ancient religious complex and once included St Mary's Well, reputed to cure a variety of ailments. The interior of the church is... more

With breathtaking views of the MacGillycuddy Reeks and Lough Leane, this newly opened nine-hole course at Castlerosse Hoteloffers a pleasant way to pass a few hours. The small Club House offers club hire, trolley hire, and dryi... more