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Our top things to do in Kerry this Summer | Day 1 Itinerary

lovers’ walks, secluded lakeshores and stunning waterfalls make Killarney the perfect basecamp for a break in Kerry.

an ideal location for exploring all our beautiful county has to offer.

Here are OUR TOP THINGS TO DO IN KERRY THIS SUMMER | DAY 1 ITINERARY


Killarney National Park

Killarney National Park

  • An ideal paradise for lovers and families alike.
  • Secluded hidden lakes, beaches, enchanting waterfalls and mesmerising sunsets.
  • Breathtaking scenery with over 25,000 acres of woodland, waterfalls and vistas abound.
  • See all of our favourite picks in Killarney National Park below:
Ross Castle view with mountains in the background

1. Ross Castle

Sits on the edge of Lough Leane, built in the 15th century.

Just a stone’s throw from Killarney town, the trip to the castle is best taken by Jaunting Cart.

The castle is open for tours throughout the season and boat trips are available to Inisfallen Island from the castle too.

2. Lough Leane

The largest of the three lakes of Killarney.
Locals and tourists alike pause and catch their breath at its unique natural beauty. 

Muckross Abbey view from side of cemetery on a sunny day

3. Muckross Abbey

An old Irish Monastery situated in the middle of the national park.

Founded in 1448 as a Franciscan friary, its most striking feature is a central courtyard, which contains a large yew tree and is surrounded by a vaulted cloister

Torc Waterfall

4. Torc Waterfall

A cascade waterfall at 20 metres high, 110 metres long, A short walk of approx 200 metres brings you to the waterfall. From that point steps lead to another viewing point at a higher altitude that provides a view over the Middle Lake.

Ladies View

5. Ladies View

Gap of Dunloe, Purple Mountain and the MacGillycuddy Reeks can be seen from Ladies View, an amazing viewing spot – ideal for a romantic snap!

Meeting of the Waters

6. Meeting of the Waters

Where all three of Killarney’s glorious lakes merge together. Most definitely one of the best hidden gems in Killarney. The area is so beautiful, echoing peace and tranquillity in a world of its own.

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Ross Castle

Ross Castle sits on the edge of Killarney’s lower lake and was built by O’Donoghue Mór in the 15th century. The Castle came into the hands of the Brownes who became the Earls of Kenmare and owned an extensive portion of the lands that are now part of Killarney National Park . Legend has it that O’Donoghue still exists in a deep slumber under the waters of Lough Leane. On the first morning of May every seven years he rises from the lake on his magnificent white horse and circles the lake. Anyone catching a glimpse of him is said to be assured of good fortune for the rest of their lives. The large rock at the entrance to the bay is known as O’Donoghue’s prison. Ross Castle was the last stronghold in Munster to hold out against Cromwell. It was eventually taken by General Ludlow in 1652.

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🏰…. Ross Castle Ross Castle sits on the edge of Killarney’s lower lake and was built by O’Donoghue Mór in the 15th century. The Castle came into the hands of the Brownes who became the Earls of Kenmare and owned an extensive portion of the lands that are now part of Killarney National Park . Legend has it that O’Donoghue still exists in a deep slumber under the waters of Lough Leane. On the first morning of May every seven years he rises from the lake on his magnificent white horse and circles the lake. Anyone catching a glimpse of him is said to be assured of good fortune for the rest of their lives. The large rock at the entrance to the bay is known as O’Donoghue’s prison. Ross Castle was the last stronghold in Munster to hold out against Cromwell. It was eventually taken by General Ludlow in 1652. #ireland #rosscastle #killarney #castle #killarneynationalpark #travel #kerry #nature #discoverireland #visitireland #wanderlust #photography #rosscastlekillarney #tourismireland #ringofkerry #loveireland #travelphotography #landscape #irelandtravel #irish #instaireland #lake #ig_ireland #wildatlanticway #ireland_gram #wanderireland #lovekillarney #love #beautifuldestinations #bestirelandpics

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Beautiful Ross Castle in the evening after some afternoon rain✨

Ross Castle is a 15th-century tower house and keep on the edge of Lough Leane, in Killarney National Park, County Kerry, Ireland.
It is the ancestral home of the Chiefs of the Clan O’Donoghue,later associated with the Brownes of Killarney.

Ross Castle was built in the late 15th century by local ruling clan the O’Donoghues Mór (Ross), though ownership changed hands during the Second Desmond Rebellion of the 1580s to the MacCarthy Mór.

There is a legend that O’Donoghue leapt or was sucked out of the window of the grand chamber at the top of the castle and disappeared into the waters of the lake along with his horse, his table and his library. It is said that O’Donoghue now lives in a great palace at the bottom of the lake where he keeps a close eye on everything that he sees.

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Beautiful Ross Castle in the evening after some afternoon rain✨ Ross Castle is a 15th-century tower house and keep on the edge of Lough Leane, in Killarney National Park, County Kerry, Ireland. It is the ancestral home of the Chiefs of the Clan O’Donoghue,later associated with the Brownes of Killarney. Ross Castle was built in the late 15th century by local ruling clan the O’Donoghues Mór (Ross), though ownership changed hands during the Second Desmond Rebellion of the 1580s to the MacCarthy Mór. There is a legend that O’Donoghue leapt or was sucked out of the window of the grand chamber at the top of the castle and disappeared into the waters of the lake along with his horse, his table and his library. It is said that O’Donoghue now lives in a great palace at the bottom of the lake where he keeps a close eye on everything that he sees.

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I wish sunsets over Killarney always looked this good. 😍⁣
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What does your night look like tonight in Killarney? Any exciting plans?⁣
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I wish sunsets over Killarney always looked this good. 😍⁣ ⁣ ⁣ What does your night look like tonight in Killarney? Any exciting plans?⁣ ⁣ We want to hear about⁣ Them in the comments below!⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ramseyselim captured this moment beautifully. Thank you for tagging us! ⁣ ⁣ If you want to be featured, tag us theofficialkillarneyapp or use the hashtag #theofficialkillarneyapp⁣ ⁣ We can’t wait to see what you have in store for us!⁣ ⁣ #lovekillarney #thisiskillarney #killarneyireland #killarney #wearekerry #kerry #countykerry #kingdomofkerry #thekingdomofkerry #thisiskerry #failteireland #irelanddaily #instaireland #irelandcalling #irelandpassion #lovinireland #beautifulireland #thisisireland #irelandtravel #loveireland #irelandinspires #irelandtourism #rawireland #irelandcollective #wanderireland #visitireland #exploringireland #discoverireland #irelandadventures

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It`s really starting to look and feel like autumn in these parts. No more sleeveless dresses for me unless there`s a turtleneck underneath 😂 I`m excited to be seeing a new area of Ireland the next few days in Killarney with thefullshillingblog 🍂🍂🍂 #tbexireland#lovekillarney#sgiew_autumn#quietinthewild#everydaymagic#adventurebeautifully#flashesofdelight

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It's really starting to look and feel like autumn in these parts. No more sleeveless dresses for me unless there's a turtleneck underneath 😂 I'm excited to be seeing a new area of Ireland the next few days in Killarney with thefullshillingblog 🍂🍂🍂 #tbexireland#lovekillarney#sgiew_autumn#quietinthewild#everydaymagic#adventurebeautifully#flashesofdelight

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Painted this last year in Killarney, Ireland it just got installed at ancientritualstattoo studio. Thank you to andresgomeztattoo and iwillraaryou for making it possible. Good Times in Killarney destinationkillarney #biotatscru #tatscru #bioheart #ancientritualstattoo #lovekillarney #ireland #killarney #ringofkerry #graffiti #bronxart

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Painted this last year in Killarney, Ireland it just got installed at ancientritualstattoo studio. Thank you to andresgomeztattoo and iwillraaryou for making it possible. Good Times in Killarney destinationkillarney #biotatscru #tatscru #bioheart #ancientritualstattoo #lovekillarney #ireland #killarney #ringofkerry #graffiti #bronxart

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This feels soooo good! This is one of my favourite techniques from the world of structural integration (of which I have many). The eccentric contraction of the muscles along the side of the spine combined with the slow, deep pressure helps to not only free up restrictions but can also give you sensory feedback to move into parts of your spine that don`t move so freely. We all have parts of the spine that we have blind spots to, for many athletes it`s the lumbar spine (low back) to which they struggle with going into flexion because many are stuck in extension, this helps to free up the soft tissue around the low back so that the spine is able to explore those ranges of motion more easily. This technique is not only good for athletes though everyone can benefit from a spine that is able to move more freely.

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This feels soooo good! This is one of my favourite techniques from the world of structural integration (of which I have many). The eccentric contraction of the muscles along the side of the spine combined with the slow, deep pressure helps to not only free up restrictions but can also give you sensory feedback to move into parts of your spine that don't move so freely. We all have parts of the spine that we have blind spots to, for many athletes it's the lumbar spine (low back) to which they struggle with going into flexion because many are stuck in extension, this helps to free up the soft tissue around the low back so that the spine is able to explore those ranges of motion more easily. This technique is not only good for athletes though everyone can benefit from a spine that is able to move more freely.

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Torc Waterfall

Another beautiful waterfall..this time in Ireland. Along the Ring of Kerry near Killarney is Torc waterfall.
According to legend the waterfall was created by a man who had been cursed by the Devil to spend each night transformed into a wild boar (or a wolf in other versions). After being found out he burst into flame, jumps into a lake which then creates the waterfall.

Totally makes sense. Slainte.

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Torc Waterfall Another beautiful waterfall..this time in Ireland. Along the Ring of Kerry near Killarney is Torc waterfall. According to legend the waterfall was created by a man who had been cursed by the Devil to spend each night transformed into a wild boar (or a wolf in other versions). After being found out he burst into flame, jumps into a lake which then creates the waterfall. Totally makes sense. Slainte.

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Said I better leave the house some stage this week so spent my day wandering Killarney.

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Said I better leave the house some stage this week so spent my day wandering Killarney.

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Hello colorful Killarney 💙Mal cheguei e já estou apaixonada com as cores dessa cidade. 🍀💚
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Hello colorful Killarney 💙Mal cheguei e já estou apaixonada com as cores dessa cidade. 🍀💚 📸lovelustorbust . . . #GinaIrlanda #Irlanda #killarney #sheisnotlost #gltlove #sundayfunday #TBEXIreland #lovekillarney #elasonhaelafaz

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One of the best sunsets I`ve ever seen 🌅🙌🏼 #skyporn #sunset #lovekillarney

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One of the best sunsets I've ever seen 🌅🙌🏼 #skyporn #sunset #lovekillarney

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I heard the Ring of Kerry was gorgeous, but nothing can prepare you for the beautiful terrain you will come across. And within that beauty is a rich history.
We ventured off the Ring of Kerry to the Skelligs Ring and discovered old castle ruins and forts. This is the Lecanabuile Stone Fort, surrounded by sheep and the countryside.

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I heard the Ring of Kerry was gorgeous, but nothing can prepare you for the beautiful terrain you will come across. And within that beauty is a rich history. We ventured off the Ring of Kerry to the Skelligs Ring and discovered old castle ruins and forts. This is the Lecanabuile Stone Fort, surrounded by sheep and the countryside. #HertzEurope #RoadLessTraveled hertz #LoveIreland #LoveKillarney #RingofKerry ***************************************** #passionpassport #igersireland #ig_ireland #theadventureproject #theoutbound #exploringtheglobe #exploretocreate #exploretogether #roamtheplanet #neverstoptravelling #cnntravel #bbctravel #tlpicks #livetravelchannel #lifewelltravelled #nomadlife #sheisnotlost #dametraveler #ladieslovetravel #girlslovetravel #vscotravel #youcantravel #iloveireland #wannagoback #wanderaround

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Lakes of Killarney .Ireland..
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Lakes of Killarney .Ireland.. . #natgeohub #ig_shotz_magic #photography_love #skerries #skerriesbeach #skerriesdublin #dublinphotographer #landscapephotography #discover_earth #discoverireland #expolore #sunrise_sunset_photogroup #sunrise_sunset #canonireland #killarney #killarneyireland #lovekillarney #killarneynationalpark #

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Great picture by adrian_heely of the fantatstic view from Torc Mountain in Kerry
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Great picture by adrian_heely of the fantatstic view from Torc Mountain in Kerry #destinationkillarney #lovekillarney #loves_ireland #insta_ireland #instaireland #irelandcalling1 #irelandaily #irishpassion #ig_countryside #fingerprintofgod #fiftyshades_of_nature #ig_myshot #ig_today #phototag_it #planet_forever #ourplanetdaily #ig_exquisite #dream_image #ig_shotz_july16 #wanderireland #irelandaily #failteireland #therare_earth #nature_brilliance #nature_wizards #simpley_perfection #m_illusion #hot_shotz #Travel #Ireland #WildAtlanticWay

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It cost’s nothing to be grateful! •
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It cost’s nothing to be grateful! • • • • #lovekillarney #danielwellington #danielwellingtonwatch #dwwatch #ohana #tattoostyle #ireland #loveireland #igireland #igersireland #tourismireland #ireland_gram #ireland_insta #ireland_passion #instaireland #naturephotography #landscapephotography #travelphotography #vscocam #picoftheday #irelanddaily #travelporn #watchessentials #danielwellingtonoriginal #travelinspo

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No one ever feels as lucky as when hitting the coast of Ireland on a warm, sunny day. The Wild Atlantic Way doesn`t disappoint. ⠀
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No one ever feels as lucky as when hitting the coast of Ireland on a warm, sunny day. The Wild Atlantic Way doesn't disappoint. ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #tbexireland #lovekillarney #killarney #instaireland #thisisireland #visitireland #kerry #emeraldispe #familytravel #luxefamilytrips #luxerecess #discoverireland #instagood #trip #holiday #instatraveling #mytravelgram #travelgram #travelingram #igtravel #welltravelled #passionpassport #beautifuldestinations #TravelLife #LuxuryTravel #LuxuryVacation

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Touring Muckross House in Killarney, Ireland with kidsareatrip and we3travel. The family who built the hunting lodge spent their fortune and six years preparing to host Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in hopes of securing a knighthood. Prince Albert died two months after their visit, and no knighthood was granted since the Queen went into deep mourning. But they sure enjoyed magnificent views of the lakes in Killarney.⠀
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Touring Muckross House in Killarney, Ireland with kidsareatrip and we3travel. The family who built the hunting lodge spent their fortune and six years preparing to host Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in hopes of securing a knighthood. Prince Albert died two months after their visit, and no knighthood was granted since the Queen went into deep mourning. But they sure enjoyed magnificent views of the lakes in Killarney.⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #tbex2017 #tbexireland #lovekillarney #killarney #instaireland #thisisireland #visitireland #kerry #emeraldispe #familytravel #luxefamilytrips #luxerecess #discoverireland #instagood #trip #holiday #instatraveling #mytravelgram #travelgram #travelingram #igtravel #welltravelled #passionpassport #beautifuldestinations #TravelLife #LuxuryTravel #LuxuryVacation

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chadpbyrne cracking Goat tartar , feta , summer veggies #chefcollab #lovekillarney #chefsos #instatakover

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chadpbyrne cracking Goat tartar , feta , summer veggies #chefcollab #lovekillarney #chefsos #instatakover

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