This is a review for the visitors' centre and oratory. The visitor centre provides lots of free parking so no problems there. A small fee (€4 per adult June 2022) gains access to the oratory, although there is a public right of way further up the road, but no parking. The nominal fee is well worth it - you get access to an audio visual interpretation of the oratory, access to toilets and there is an onsite café and small gift shop. Others have complained about the entry fee but it's not a huge factor tbh. The oratory is a short walk up a pleasant fuchsia lined path and wildflower meadow with dramatic views of the islands and sea behind. The structure itself is to be admired for the craftsmanship, longevity and as a testament to human kind's resilience and adaptability. The area is steeped in religious history and this is a part of that history. If religion isn't your bag, don't take offence at others right to it (as some others have - it's a religious oratory so if you aren't into that don't visit!). The kids enjoyed it which is a good litmus test. On the way out the proprietor gave us a very pleasant job of feeding 2 young calves with some calf nuts. A great task for us city slickers!

Was really looking forward to visiting this church as it's one of a kind and is situated in such a beautiful location. My family of six went via the visitor centre and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The church itself is stunning and was well worth the journey from the UK. The video presentation was great (maybe a little dated but still very informative) and the gentleman in the reception area was so helpful about other local sites which we didn't know about. I do find it a little sad that during such difficult times, people still like to complain about such a small fee. The visitor centre has clearly has put a lot of money into developing the site and is now suffering greatly. It's a lovely visitor centre with very helpful staff and worth the small fee in order to keep it operating.

Well worth to visit the Gallarus Oratory. The friendly employees at the visitor centre explain where to go and what to see. A very interesting historical site! Next to the visitor center there is a kind of cinema displaying a film about the history of Dingle and its culture. Big parking area, a café and a small shop is also provided. Entrance fee is 4 € for adults or free with an OPW heritage card. I don't understand comments like the one before saying that places like this are not worth an entrance fee. You have to pay the same amount of money for every little private farm entry without any information at all, no café, toilets, parking & services. And if you really want to save money, go and buy a OPW Heritage Card and you will have free access to about 85 historical sites in Irland!