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Gap of Dunloe

off the R562 road to Killorglin | Killarney National Park, Killarney, Ireland
Gap of Dunloe
Lake view at the Gap
Ross Castle where The Gap of Dunloe Tour starts
Heading toward Kate Kearney's Cottage
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Ranked #3 of 62 attractions in Killarney
4.5 of 5 stars 82 Reviews
Type: Valleys
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LuckyLeprechaun
Cork, Ireland
Top Contributor
51 reviews
16 helpful votes
“Magical, Mystical, Splendid”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 NEW

If you have a Hollywood vision of what Ireland should look like, a mix match of The Quiet Man and Darby O'Gill and The Little People and that whole genre, then the Gap Of Dunloe brings all that to life, but not in a crummy way. Firstly, what is the Gap? A huge glacial rift valley created at the end... More

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beber1
St. Louis
Senior Contributor
36 reviews
18 helpful votes
“A challenge to see it-”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012 NEW

We traveled a long way and the scenery in the area was beautiful. More

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FireWorker
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5 reviews
“Superb Scenery”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012 NEW

The Gap of Dunloe is simply stunning with its rough nature, one has to walk up and down the gap for once at least to have it experienced. More

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thomaspc13
Seattle, Washington
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
7 helpful votes
“Amazing Spectacle (Beware of Tours)”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012

This was one of if not the best attractions that I saw while in Ireland. It would achieve 5 stars but the second half of the Gap isn't as good as the first. That being said if you are dropped off on a tour and told to be at the pickup spot in X hours, make sure to plan accordingly.... More

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ColinHutch
Ballymena, United Kingdom
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16 reviews
8 helpful votes
“Keep your eyes on the road!! Its very difficult.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

Stunning drive with views to match!! Although the road is very narrow in parts and twisty its just an adventure the whole way to Kenmare.. The lakes, mountains, waterfalls all add to a action packed journey. There's a couple of stops on the road to relax and take in the views. Theres also cafe's to stop at. Its not a... More

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Lawrence O
Dublin, Ireland
Top Contributor
53 reviews
64 helpful votes
“Great Donkey Ride”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
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Went through this senic Gap of Dunloe many years ago and repeated again on a Donkey. Great views. More

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StephenDChicago
Chicago
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15 reviews
9 helpful votes
“A Perfect Irish Outing”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012
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A pony cart ride through the gorgeous mountains, lakes and streams of the Gap. Even in less than wonderful weather this was a highlight of our trip to Ireland. More

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collinstralee
Killarney, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
“Wow!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

The breath-taking scenery is second to none. Best seen by jaunting car - gives you time to enjoy and take it all in. More

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Ellis1940
Cork
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
4 helpful votes
“Lovely View”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

I like this place very much and,as I live near, I often go passed but I would not go back to see the view More

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EvgeniaE
Dublin
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6 reviews
5 helpful votes
“Beautiful Views!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

Perfect place for a long walk or cycle, amazing stunning views! An absolute must see! More

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