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Mini guide to Kerry
County Kerry is Ireland’s tourist gem - ancient castles, beautiful landscapes peppered with secluded villages, dramatic scenery with mountain passes and lakes and stunning views of the coast. The feted coastline and deep bays created by the Atlantic are intoxicating, while the tourist centre of Killarney is lively. The people of Kerry are marvelous hosts as well and treat visitors with grand traditional warmth.
Although Killarney is one of the most visited towns in Ireland and is often thronged by tourists, if you don’t go you’ll miss the stunning lakes and mountains surrounding the town, which attract all those tourists every year.
The Lakes of Killarney, located in the Killarney National Park, are by far the top attraction. The lakes are beautifully dotted with small islands, the most noteworthy being Innisfallen. Visitors can row out to this island in a rented rowboat and it's famous for the 7th century monastery that was once located here. Kenmare Castle presents a haunting image among the mist often found shrouding the lake, and Muckcross House, also within the National Park, has been called the ‘Jewel of Killarney’, and a visit to the grounds is a must.
Getting back to some natural beauty, you shouldn't miss going to the Gap of Dunloe. Massive, glacial rocks form the gap and create breathtaking views over the lakes and mountains of Killarney. There are also several lovely waterfalls in the area.
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