Killarney, County Kerry

Killarney - Cill Airne - Church of the Sloes

Location of Killarney

Killarney Town is located in the South-West of Ireland in County Kerry. Situated on the Iveragh Peninsula it is the gateway to the Ring of Kerry. Killarney stands at the base of Ireland's highest mountain range.

History of Killarney

Due to its surroundings Killarney has become a world famous tourist setting. Killarney has many attractions for the visitor with its main attraction being the Killarney Lakes, comprising of three lakes which are all in the boundaries of the Killarney National Park. Muckross House is set in the national park and is part of the Kerry Folk Life Centre.

A visit to Killarney is not complete without traveling to Ladies View which provides a panoramic view of the entire area. It obtained its name from the delighted reaction received from Queen Victoria and her companions upon looking at the view.

Killarney Visitor Attractions

Coolwood Wildlife Park - Killarney

Kennedys Pet Farm - Killarney

Killarney National Park - Killarney

Muckross Friary - Killarney

Muckross House - Killarney

Muckross Traditional Farms - Killarney

Ross Castle - Killarney

Killarney Golf Course - Killarney

Killarney Festivals

Killarney Accommodation Listings

Valley View Farmhouse , B&B

Valley View Farmhouse is a 70 acres working mixed farm on the shore of Lough Guittane, a mile long brown trout stocked lake.This welcoming farmhouse is an ideal touring base for Kerry and Cork

Season: May - October Occupancy: Bed and Breakfast

Inveraray Farm Guesthouse, B&B

Inveraray Farm Guesthouse is situated in a most picturesque location, in a warm tranquil rustic setting on the edge of the Gap of Dunloe, the house commands an awesome breathtaking view of the scenic Gap of Dunloe, Killarney Lakes and mountains

Season: February - November Occupancy: Bed and Breakfast

Carriglea House, B&B

Carriglea House is 3km from the centre of Killarney town, peacefully located in thirty acres of private grounds adjacent to the 10,000 acre Killarney National Park.An enchanting 19th century Victorian residence overlooking the Killarney Lakes

Season: 1st April - 1st November Occupancy: Bed and Breakfast

Hillcrest Farmhouse, B&B

Hillcrest Farmhouse is a traditional homely farmhouse, scenically situated in the heart of Killarney�s Lake and mountain area, with picturesque views of the Mac Gillicuddy Reeks.Located off the Kerry Way Walking Route and the Kerry Cycle Route...

Season: March - November Occupancy: Bed and Breakfast