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KILLARNEY & THE SOUTHWEST DESTINATION GUIDE

The best things to do in Killarney & the Southwest

Travel inspiration for Your Killarney & the Southwest Vacation

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Welcome to Killarney & the Southwest! As your Celtic Experts, we’re here to introduce you to the vibrant local restaurants, top sights and best places to stay on your vacation to Ireland. From perfectly-planned guided tours to custom travel packages, we can’t wait to share the traditional experiences of our homelands with you.

Discover Killarney & the Southwest

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Explore the best places to eat, see and stay in Killarney & the Southwest

  • Murphy’s Ice Cream
  • Dingle Distillery
  • The Ring of Kerry
  • Muckross House
  • Killarney National Park

Top places to eat and drink in Killarney & the Southwest

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From hidden gems to iconic sights, these are the best places to start your very own Celtic story in Ireland. No matter where you decide to go, you’ll get authentic experiences hand-picked just for you.

Murphy's Ice Cream in Killarney, Ireland

Murphy's Ice Cream

When you’re craving something sweet, pop into Murphy’s ice cream shop—a town staple—and grab a cone before strolling down to Inch Beach to watch the surf.

Skellig Six18 Distillery tour in Kerry, Ireland

Skellig Six18 Distillery

Visit the Skellig Six18 Distillery and discover the Artisan Pot Distilled Gin which is distilled in small batches and uses natural ingredients from the woodland to the Atlantic seashore along the Skellig Coast. On a guided tour learn about the botanical ingredients that grow in the woodlands, hedgerows and shoreline, and each of the local botanicals that we have foraged and carefully chosen to create our Artisan Pot Distilled Gin.

What sights to see in Killarney & the Southwest

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Ring of Kerry

The Ring of Kerry

As Ireland’s most iconic scenic drive, The Ring of Kerry has inspired thousands of poets, writers, and artists from all over the world. Experience the once-in-a-lifetime adventure from the comfort of a car as your local guide tells you stories about the history, geography, and legends of the Ring of Kerry.

Muckross House in Killarney, Ireland

Muckross House

Satisfy your bucket-list or culture seeking cravings by visiting the magnificent Victorian mansion that’s set on the land around Killarney National Park.

Hiking in Killarney National Park, Ireland

Killarney National Park

On your Ireland tour you can capture the outdoors at Killarney National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that covers over 10,000 hectares of woods, waterfalls, mountains, and lakes. Immerse yourself further with the stories told by a local specialist during a hike through the park.

Best places to stay in Killarney & the Southwest

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Castlewood House in Killarney, Ireland

Castlewood House

Castlewood House is Dingle’s newest boutique property, located just a five minute walk from the lower center of Dingle town where style, elegance and attention to detail is exemplary.

Ardna Sidhe Country House in Killarney, Ireland

Ard na Sidhe Country House

Ard na Sidhe Country House is a 4 star Victorian country manor house located on the shores of Caragh Lake. Each of the 18 bedrooms are tastefully furnished with period antiques, and guests are encouraged to relax in the Lounge with its open fire and warm friendly atmosphere.

Cahernane House Hotel in Killarney, Ireland

Cahernane House Hotel

Beautifully situated on a private estate on the edge of Killarney National Park, this boutique four star hotel is located just ten minutes’ walk from Killarney town centre. The entrance to the hotel is framed by a tunnel of greenery which unfurls to reveal the beauty of this imposing manor house, constructed in 1877 and formerly home to the Herbert Family.

Top trips that visit Killarney & the Southwest

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Colorful Doors in Dublin Ireland

Meet Catherine Reilly

As the head of our Brendan team, Catherine has been making friends with the Celtic community for over 35 years so she's learned a thing or two about where to go and what to do in Ireland and Scotland. Check out her own personally hand-crafted collection of all the can't-miss experiences you can have too.

Colorful Doors in Dublin Ireland

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