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Ross Castle by night – the view is spectacular. Ross Castle is open
April to October and a guided tour is available. Bookings for the lake
cruises can be made through the town’s main tourist office or directly
through the companies involved. A tour of the popular Gap of Dunloe
involves a car trip to Kate Kearney’s Cottage, then on through the Gap
itself by pony or saddle trap, finishing with a boat trip back to
Killarney. Again, the tour can be booked through the main tourist
office in Killarney or through individual operators. And for those who
COUNTRY HOUSE
enjoy touring on two wheels, Killarney offers endless cycling
opportunities through its National Park, around its lakes and unspoilt
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countryside, and through its many mountain passes and valleys.
Covering 25,000 acres, Killarney National Park provides visitors
with a different walking route for every day of the year. From gentle
With the wealth of Killarney and Kerry on its doorstep. The
strolls and moderate walks to energetic mountain treks, Killarney
beautiful views, lakes and gardens of Killarney are all within
offers a range of woodland and lakeside walks that will never cease to
amaze and please. Muckross House and Gardens is a must-see for all
close proximity. An ideal spot for individuals or large groups to
visitors to the area. Set amidst the spectacular surrounds of Killarney
enjoy the atmosphere of an Irish country house.
National Park, the house is a magnificent Victorian mansion and one of
the leading stately homes in the country. Its elegant furnishings portray
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the lifestyle of the landed gentry, while the basement illustrates the
- Direct Dial Phones TV - Visitors Garden
working conditions of the servants. Skilled craft workers can also be
- Horse Riding/Pony Trekking - Evening Entertainment
viewed here using traditional methods for weaving, bookbinding and
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pottery making. The impressive gardens are known the world-over and are
- A La Carte Meals open year round. Muckross Traditional Farms offer a window on the
lifestyle of the farmer of yesteryear and is well worth a tour. There you will
see three working farms where you will meet the farmers and their wives
Lissivigeen, Mallow Road, Killarney.
as they set about their daily tasks. Tel: (064) 31440.
The Kerry Way Long-Distance Walking Route is one of the most popular
Tel: (064) 34168 / 30016
way-marked trails in Ireland. It’s the walker’s version of the celebrated
Fax: (064) 36794
Ring of Kerry and offers a circuit around the mountainous Iveragh
Email:
darbyogill@eircom.net
Peninsula. The route crosses some rough and rocky mountain passes,
Website:
www.darbyogillskillarney.com while other parts can be exposed to the weather. The Kerry Way features
a number of spur routes which can be omitted to make a shorter circuit
of about 160km. For those who may not be attracted by a 160km hike,
Killarney offers a wealth of other recreational activities, including golf and
fishing. Fishing permits and licences are available from O’Neill’s at 6
Plunkett Street, tel: (064) 31970.
Entertainment wise, The Killarney SummerFest 2007 is expected to be
bigger and better than ever before. Running from 1-15 July 2007, the
festival programme includes headline music acts, indoor and outdoor
concerts, art exhibitions, children’s events, street entertainment, classical
music events, theatre and La Chultuir, which celebrates cultural heritage
in words, music and dance.
guestrooms accommodation
Arbutus Hotel, College Street, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Tel: (064) 31037.
The Arbutus is one of Killarney’s original hotels. Operated by the
The Killarney Royal is an example of how a small hotel
Buckley family whose unmistakable approach to hospitality is evident
throughout. Conveniently situated in the centre of the charming and
can be run in an atmosphere of friendly splendour. Each
bustling town of Killarney, the Arbutus Hotel brings with it the calm
individually designed bedroom has unique features, is
and restful ambience one might hope to find in a secluded country
delightfully decorated and furnished with fine antiques, a
manor. Guests can enjoy top quality care and individual attention
comfortable sitting room and a lovely marble bathroom.
provided by the friendly and experienced staff. Unwind in the hotel’s
Interesting modern food is served
award-winning bar, enjoy a fine pint and partake in some true Kerry
everyday in the bar.
“craic”. Highly recommended by many.
Darby O’Gills Country House Hotel, Lissivigeen, Mallow Road,
College Street
Killarney, Co. Kerry. Tel: (064) 34168; Fax: (064) 36794; Email:
Killarney
darbyogill@eircom.net; Web:
www.darbyogillskillarney.com. Just
Co. Kerry
outside beautiful Killarney, this hotel boasts wonderful hospitality and
particular charm. The facilities are all well kept and the surroundings
Tel: (064) 31853 of the hotel make this a wonderful retreat for all ages. The hotel hosts
Fax: (064) 34001
many Irish nights and traditional pub nights with singing and story
Email:
info@killarneyroyal.ie
telling as a regular favourite. Killarney, Muckross, the Ring of Kerry,
Web:
www.killarneyroyal.ie
Dingle, the Gap of Dunloe, Kate Kearney’s Cottage and the Torc
Waterfall are all accessible from this property, with many other activity
centres in the area within easy reach.
Killarney Royal Hotel, College Street, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Tel: (064)
31853; Email:
info@killarneyroyal.ie; Web:
www.killarneyroyal.ie. The
Killarney Royal is an example of how a small hotel can be run in an
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