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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The magic of riverdance returns to the INEC Killarney and gleneaglehotelkillarney for a limited run this September 18 -22nd. Enjoy the Irish dance phenomenon with its fusion of Irish and International music and dance set amongst the scenic and vibrant town of Killarney. Book your tickets and accommodation now. #lovekillarney #riverdance #inec #ineckillarney
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Save This Post For Your Next Visit To Killarney👇🏼👇🏼 A secluded swim spot at the beautiful Torc Waterfall 💦: take the steps to the left of the main view point of the waterfall (the one nearest the car park) and follow them until the bridge. Climb down to the left & you’ll find this spot with no tourists around it and a easy enough gradient in the walkway for getting in for a gorgeous dip x

Save This Post For Your Next Visit To Killarney👇🏼👇🏼 A secluded swim spot at the beautiful Torc Waterfall 💦: take the steps to the left of the main view point of the waterfall (the one nearest the car park) and follow them until the bridge. Climb down to the left & you’ll find this spot with no tourists around it and a easy enough gradient in the walkway for getting in for a gorgeous dip x ...

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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.

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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Winter Lake Morning

Working back in Killarney National Park is like hanging out with an old friend, except now they've got new stories to tell.

I'm really enjoying having another look at locations that I didn't quite get to work in for my first book , for this next one.. KINGDOM ..( definitely coming this autumn ! ) 

It was apparently very easy to overlook some amazing locations and to rule out others for being difficult to get to. Now I have the time and a bit more confidence to take them on and see them in them in the first place .

Hope everyone is doing okay and staying safe and well. If you're the new owner of a print, book or calendar this year .. do let me know and I hope it was a welcome gift !!
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Winter Lake Morning

Working back in Killarney National Park is like hanging out with an old friend, except now they`ve got new stories to tell.

I`m really enjoying having another look at locations that I didn`t quite get to work in for my first book , for this next one.. KINGDOM ..( definitely coming this autumn ! )

It was apparently very easy to overlook some amazing locations and to rule out others for being difficult to get to. Now I have the time and a bit more confidence to take them on and see them in them in the first place .

Hope everyone is doing okay and staying safe and well. If you`re the new owner of a print, book or calendar this year .. do let me know and I hope it was a welcome gift !!
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#kingdombook #kingdom #kerry #killarneynationalpark #discoverkerry #lovekillarney #ireland #irish #irishart #bookproject #landscapephotography #irishlandscape #lake #tree #winter #earlymorning #peace #calm
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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.
Ross Castle is open to the public during the summer months. Details from Ross Castle, Killarney, Co. Kerry
Telephone No: +353 64 6635851 Fax: +353 64 6635852 Email: rosscastle@opw.ie
By car, Ross Castle can be reached via a signposted right turn off the N71 travelling south from Killarney town or by walking or cycling from the Killarney House and Knockreer sections of the National Park. Jaunting cars also make the journey and are available at the jaunting car stand in the town.
Boat trips from Ross and Reen piers to Innisfallen on the Lower Lake and
to Lord Brandon’s Cottage on the Upper Lake
Two Waterbuses depart from Ross pier for trips on the Lower Lake – Sailing Times at the Piers
https://www.killarneynationalpark.ie/visit-us/ross-castle/
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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.
Ross Castle is open to the public during the summer months. Details from Ross Castle, Killarney, Co. Kerry
Telephone No: +353 64 6635851 Fax: +353 64 6635852 Email: rosscastle@opw.ie
By car, Ross Castle can be reached via a signposted right turn off the N71 travelling south from Killarney town or by walking or cycling from the Killarney House and Knockreer sections of the National Park. Jaunting cars also make the journey and are available at the jaunting car stand in the town.
Boat trips from Ross and Reen piers to Innisfallen on the Lower Lake and
to Lord Brandon’s Cottage on the Upper Lake
Two Waterbuses depart from Ross pier for trips on the Lower Lake – Sailing Times at the Piers
https://www.killarneynationalpark.ie/visit-us/ross-castle/
#rosscastle
#killarneynationalpark
#castles
#irishcastles
#castelos
#medieval
#vikings
#celtics
#kerrytourism
#killarneytour
#lovekillarney
#trip
#irishpassion
#ringofkerry
#insta_ireland
#loves_ireland
#bestofireland
#amazing_ireland #raw_landscape
#raw_reflection
#lakes #ig_captures #the_full_irish_
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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

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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That’s one happy Aishling right there ☺️
If you’ve been wanting to get into wild swimming, take this as your sign to start! Just go for it… that’s what I did last year and now I can’t be stopped 🧜🏼‍♀️ And if I can do it, honestly anyone can!

Get in, get in, get in…just go for it 😁

📍Lough Guitane, Killarney

That’s one happy Aishling right there ☺️
If you’ve been wanting to get into wild swimming, take this as your sign to start! Just go for it… that’s what I did last year and now I can’t be stopped 🧜🏼‍♀️ And if I can do it, honestly anyone can!

Get in, get in, get in…just go for it 😁

📍Lough Guitane, Killarney
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Does anyone else hate getting their hair wet when they swim 😅

I’m either a swim hat gal or else my head isn’t getting under water… unless it’s wash day and I’m gonna wash my hair in the next day or two! Maybe it’s a curly gal thing I’m not sure but I know for sure I ain’t about that wet hair life 💁🏻‍♀️ 

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Does anyone else hate getting their hair wet when they swim 😅

I’m either a swim hat gal or else my head isn’t getting under water… unless it’s wash day and I’m gonna wash my hair in the next day or two! Maybe it’s a curly gal thing I’m not sure but I know for sure I ain’t about that wet hair life 💁🏻‍♀️

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A morning full of promise on our tour in #kerryireland with kidsareatrip and we3travel.⠀
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A morning full of promise on our tour in #kerryireland with kidsareatrip and we3travel.⠀

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El Parque Nacional de Killarney 🏞️ es uno los lugares más hermosos que descubrirás en la isla de Irlanda. Cascadas, castillos, abadías y una naturaleza inmensurable, este lugar está repleto de rincones encantadores como este.

📍 Muckross, Killarney
📷 reubenfields

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El Parque Nacional de Killarney 🏞️ es uno los lugares más hermosos que descubrirás en la isla de Irlanda. Cascadas, castillos, abadías y una naturaleza inmensurable, este lugar está repleto de rincones encantadores como este.

📍 Muckross, Killarney
📷 reubenfields

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

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

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Can you tell I’m happy about this class weather we’re having right now… Summer 2021 is never ending 🤸🏻‍♀️

Can you tell I’m happy about this class weather we’re having right now… Summer 2021 is never ending 🤸🏻‍♀️ ...

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

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

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🚨 Competition Closed 🚨

Competition Time ✨

It’s the Season of Love and We Want You to Win a Stay for Two in The Castle Suite, a Romantic Candlelit 3-Course Meal in The Mill Bar & Restaurant with Breakfast in Your Room the Next Morning… 💕

To Win the Romantic Getaway for this Valentines Day, Wednesday 14th February 2024;

- Like & Follow The Heights Hotel.
- Tag the Person Who You Will Bring.
- Share this Post to your Story or feed & Tag Us.

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Treat your loved one to a romantic candlelit 3-Course Meal in The Mill Bar & Restaurant this Valentines for only €38 per person. Book Now! ☎️ (064) 663 1158

*T&C’s apply. Winner announced Friday 9th February 2024.

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David & Gianna 💕

I dragged these two up a mountain to show them famine cottages & lazy beds at first light; I’m pretty sure it’s not what they’d envisioned on their romantic holiday to Ireland😂 

I’m fully booked for couple sessions this summer, I’d recommend booking your couple/engagement session next summer, now, if you want to secure your spot xxx 

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David & Gianna 💕

I dragged these two up a mountain to show them famine cottages & lazy beds at first light; I’m pretty sure it’s not what they’d envisioned on their romantic holiday to Ireland😂

I’m fully booked for couple sessions this summer, I’d recommend booking your couple/engagement session next summer, now, if you want to secure your spot xxx

#adventuresession
#couplephotographer #couplephotographers #couplephotos #kerry #killarneynationalpark #killarney #killarneyphotographer #lovekillarney #ringofkerry #engagementphotoshoot #dingle #elopetoireland #irelandelopement #irelandelopementphotographer #irishelopementphotographer #irishelopement #destinationweddingireland #irishwedding #irishweddingphotographer #weddingphotographerireland
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