Nature & Parks in Killarney
Top Parks & Nature Attractions in Killarney, Ireland
Nature & Parks in Killarney
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- Life2TravelCharlotte, NC1,970 contributionsThis is a beautiful national park in Killarney. Be sure to start your visit at the visitor's center, they were friendly. helpful and provided maps and a plan for the several hours we had to spend. You could easily spend the entire day or more here, hiking the paths, driving to see different vistas, enjoying the wildlife, horse and carriage ride (jaunting car) or visiting some of the historic sites such as Muckross House and Ross Castle.
The visitors center helped us with a plan for our visit and provided maps. We walked along the trails near the center enjoying the scenery and took a self guided tour of the Muckross House. We drove to Ross Castle and enjoyed a warm drink and scone at the outdoor garden cafe while we waiting for our guided tour. We really enjoyed the guided tour. Being limited on time, we drove the park roads south towards Kenmare and stopped at the different vistas which are well marked along the route. We wish we would have had more time to explore this beautiful park.Written 19 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Tracey OGrayson, GA12 contributionsGoing in mid-November was awesome! My husband and I drive the entire gap quite easily. The views are beautiful and change around every curve. Beware of sheep in the road, on-coming local cars (they drive it much faster than we did), and sharp turns. Our intent was to use a Jaunte Car but they were not running the morning we went.Written 27 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Life2TravelCharlotte, NC1,970 contributionsThis was one of our first stops in the National Park. A tour of the house is self guided, I always find I get so much more out of historic sights with a guide. The staff were scattered throughout the house and were friendly and willing to answer any questions we had. The gardens were lovely. We didn't have time to visit the farm.Written 15 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Life2TravelCharlotte, NC1,970 contributionsThe waterfall was a short walk from the car park and since it had been a few days of rain, the water was really flowing. Not the most impressive waterfall I have seen, but worth a stop if you have the time. It is not out of the way.Written 15 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Misty WMarietta, GA182 contributionsWe've done falconry once before, nine years ago, and you just can't beat the experience of interacting with the birds. Geoffrey took us on a great one hour hawk walk where we met Arizona (hawk) and two different types of owls (Professor and Helen). He has a wealth of stories and facts on the birds, and has a great sense of humor. And the pictures and video we made are incredible - we're using one of the pics for our Christmas card this year. The building/meeting place itself is off a small road and isn't well labeled, but will likely have a van with the company logo on it so you'll know you're in the right place. Would definitely do again if we return to Killarney.Written 18 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Deborah P3 contributionsThis is amazing!
We signed up for the private experience, so there were just the two of us. Patrick, our falconer, answered all our questions.
Absolutely would book this again!Written 15 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Dan FSaint John, Canada14 contributionsThe Killarney house has an excellent reception area and exhibit of the history of the park. The gardens are excellent and in my opinion better than Muckross house gardens. The whole thing is refreshingly free and used by the public. Excellent area. I really enjoyed it and it’s an easy walk from the downtown core. If I was a local I would gladly use this area regularly.Written 19 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Holly_M_99Chichester, UK51 contributionsThis is a heck of a walk! It’s steep but the path is very clear and well-maintained the whole way to the very top. And it’s so worth the climb as the views all the way are beautiful, then you get 360 at the top, with various lakes in sight and a huge sense of achievement. We walked from the bottom, by Muckross Lake, to see the waterfall first then carried on up.
Brilliant!Written 13 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - messi guyDundalk, Ireland24 contributionsIt's a great hike even on a rainy day. I did one from Tahilla to Blackwater Bridge. I was with my mam and I think we were the first to do it in 2024.Written 2 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BrookeMoralesLondon, UK1,965 contributionsYou don't have to hike up Irelands highest mountain if you do not have time or aren't prepared enough.
You can still walk around the lower parts taking in the breathtaking scenery. Rugged landscapes, rivers and imposing peaks. There is a car park at the foot of the mountain where you can park for €2.Written 31 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Cr1stina11Redwood City, CA20 contributionsThis spot in Killarney is a journey back in time. The ruins show a world where scholars and monks were once hosted and you can feel the history as you walk the grounds. Only accessible by boat, this island still has the shell of several buildings intact and was the first university in Europe. There is a walking trail around the island that was the most peaceful and tranquil experience of my whole visit to Ireland; complete with a herd of deer grazing in a meadow. It was quite muddy in spring so I wish I had worn hiking boots and not sneakers, but this is a WONDFUL spot to visit and worth the meager $15 boat ride.Written 14 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LoloPhalaborwa, South Africa111 contributionsI am always searching for places that people often miss and that adds to the fact that this place is so unspoilt. I felt that I had traveled back in time and I got to see the real Ireland. It is not that people do not know how beautiful it is here but it is due to the fact that no coaches can get on these very small narrow roads so the heaps of tourists you get everywhere you go in this part of the world are missing thank god as it really spoils the real Irish experience when everywhere you go you do not hear one Irish accent. Glad for tourism in Ireland but this was the only place in Kerry that we got away from the masses of tourists and it was in May so I would never like to be there in peak season. That said DO NOT MISS the Black Valley if you are traveling by car or a hiker as it will not disappoint.Written 16 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alexis TelferIndianapolis, IN4 contributionsSuch a beautiful area. Visiting Ross Castle was an added benefit - we would have been happy just for the opportunity to spend time in natureWritten 28 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LukasMiami, FL18 contributionsWe went March 2nd and set out from Cronin’s Yard at 8am. The weather and conditions were pretty extreme. There was extreme winds and a snow blizzard at top. Low visibility near the top. Had no gloves but summited at 11:09am. Definitely intermediate-advanced level.Written 3 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jackgkelleherCork, Ireland117 contributionsHiked Mangerton mountain on a glorious day. Weather was fantastic which made the hike easier and the views were amazing.Written 29 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
