Killarney is one of Ireland's most popular tourist destinations, offering a combination of world-class scenery, historic buildings, outdoor sports enjoyed in vividly beautiful surroundings, and all- year-round festivals. A warm and welcoming town with excellent restaurants, pubs and nightclubs, Killarney is surrounded by mountains and forests, and it's here that the magnificent Ring of Kerry scenic route begins and ends. Even more famously, the town lies beside the Lakes of Killarney - three large loughs at the heart of Killarney National Park. The 26,000-acre park also contains mountains, wide spreads of woodland and moorland, a wonderful range of wildlife, Muckross House (a Victorian mansion) and its superb gardens, and two ancient abbeys, the ruined Inisfallen Abbey and the 15th Century Muckross Abbey. Ross Castle, a medieval building, has been impressively restored, and from here, visitors may take boat trips around Lough Leane. Steeped in history and heritage and rich in arts and culture, Killarney stages fun events throughout the year to celebrate everything from literature to sports and music. The Christmas festival carries on for several weeks with street markets, concerts, musicals, parades, parties and competitions. Outdoor activities include golf (with several courses to choose from), horse- riding, climbing, fishing, boating, walking, cycling and ice-skating.
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Warpool Court Hotel (181.21 miles)
TYF Eco Hotel (181.74 miles)
Attached to a converted 19th century windmill in rural St. David's, this homely and environmentally conscious hotel is an ideal base for a range of outdoor activities. Situated just off a ... More
Felindre Cottages (184.46 miles)
It is just five minutes walk through the fields to the Coastal Path and the picturesque fishing ... More | visit website
Quality Cottages (185.40 miles)
Lochmeyler Farm Guest House (187.36 miles)
Y-Grisiau-Tri-Deg-Naw (189.39 miles)
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Just yards from an award winning sandy beach with rock pools at low tide, this attractive and very comfortable property is perfect for family holidays. Broad Haven ... More
Cuffern Manor (190.44 miles)
Firstone Holiday Cottages (191.18 miles)
Three modern cottages pleasantly situated amidst rolling fields and countryside, central to many attractions.
Sleeps 4-5 comfortably. 10 mins by car to sandy coastline & beaches. Situated in Walwyns Castle, 10 mins from Haverfordwest ... More | visit website
Ty-Hendre (191.34 miles)
Ty-Hendre is a superbly appointed cottage which sleeps 4, is situated just a couple of miles out of Fishguard and with lovely pastoral surroundings. The owners have created a delightful conservation area within the 5 ... More | visit website
Ferryboat Inn and Restaurant (191.80 miles)
Offering quality en suite rooms and forecourt parking, 500 metres from Fishguard ferry port, this is the nearest accommodation provider to Europcar and Hertz car hire, ideal for visiting Pembrokeshire. The 4-star ... More
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