Things to Do in Killarney

Things to do in Killarney

Nestled in the heart of Ireland's most scenic countryside, surrounded by the beauty of the mountains, woodlands and lakes, Killarney has been immortalised as Beauty's Home, Heaven's Reflex. Killarney's tradition of entertaining visitors began over to hundred and fifty years ago. Tales of the legendary lakes and mountains surrounding the town initiated a wave of tourism that continues to this day. Killarney is an ideal base for touring the Ring of Kerry, Dingle and Tralee.

If you stroll across from the Killarney International Hotel you can explore the 25,000 acres of Killarney National Park, home to thousands of Sika and red Deer. There are endless walking trails through the park, there is no difficulty with access so this is a walker's paradise. Try to climb Carrauntoohil-at 1041 meters, the average time to summit Ireland’s tallest mountain is 4 hours and depending on the approach you take, it can be as leisurely or as challenging as you feel up to. Be sure to get expert guidance and good navigational skills are mandatory. Delve into the history of Killarney with a visit to Muckross House situated on the shores of Muckross lake. Visit The Gap of Dunloe. This amazing sight was forged by shifting Glaciers during the Ice Age and is rugged and wild. We can arrange for you to travel through the Gap and to finish your trip by boat.

One of the most authentic modes of travel Ireland has to offer has to be the Jaunting Car. This is the perfect option to show you the hidden delights of Killarney that will forever captivate you by their beauty and charm. The starting point for all journeys is no more than 20 metres from the door of the International Hotel Killarney. With many of Killarney’s most wonderful sights hidden in the woodland of Killarney’s 25,000 acre National Park, you would be well advised to consider hiring one of these horse drawn carriages.

One of the most famous tourist trails in the world, the spectacular Ring of Kerry, boasts Beaches, Landscape and an ancient heritage found nowhere else. Whether you choose to tour the Ring of Kerry by Car or Coach this trip is a definite "must". Another must when in Kerry is a visit to the Dingle Peninsula, a quaint charming town where the locals still converse in Gaelic.

Visiting golfers must be thankful for the high precipitation levels which helps maintain some of the finest Golf courses in the world. Killarney itself is home to numerous excellent golf courses including 3 championship courses in the Killarney Golf & Fishing Club-Killeen, Mahony's Point & Lackabane. The Ross, Beaufort and Dunloe Golf Clubs are also in Killarney so you will never have to travel to hit the ball. These courses offer all you could desire in parkland or links golfing and you can be assured that everything you need from tee-time reservations to drying rooms will be provided by the staff of the International Hotel.

Sightseeing in Killarney is endless with amazing attractions such as Ross Castle, Torc Waterfall, Ladies View and Dunloe Castle. For those wanting an active break, the South West of Ireland has some of the best Hill Walking, Climbing and Fishing in Europe. The International Hotel is well serviced by transport - bus, train, and the nearby Kerry Airport. Killarney is a definite place to visit if you are discovering Ireland.