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Boats at Ross Castle

Ross Castle is on the edge of Killarney's lower lake and is open to the public. There are well marked walks in the surrounding woods and along the lakeshore.

Killarney Cathedral

St. Mary's Cathedral (1842-1855) was designed by the renowned English Architect Augustus Welby Pugin.

Dinis Cottage

Dinis Cottage in Killarney National Park dates back to the 1700's and is beautifully restored. It operates as a Tea Room.

The Lakes of Killarney

The Lakes of Killarney consist of three lakes - Lough Leane, Muckross Lake (also called Middle Lake) and Upper Lake.

Ladies View

A scenic point along the Ring of Kerry. The name stems from the admiration of the view given by Queen Victoria's ladies-in-waiting during their 1861 visit.

The Lakes of Killarney

The Lakes of Killarney are one of Ireland's most famous tourist attractions. There are three Lakes, Lough Leane, Middle Lake (or Muckross Lake) and Upper Lake.

Middle Lake, Killarney

Lough Leane, the Lower Lake, is the largest of the three famous Lakes of Killarney, the other two being Muckross Lake (the Middle Lake) and the Upper Lake.

Muckross House

This nineteenth century Victorian mansion is set against the stunning beauty of Killarney National Park.

Old Weir Bridge Killarney

The Old Weir Bridge in Killarney National Park is no longer in use.

Ross Castle, Killarney

Ross Castle sits on the edge of Killarney's lower lake and was built by O'Donoghue Mór in the 15th century. Ross Castle is open to the public.

Stone Steps at Torc

There is a long set of stone steps (190 then 45 more) starting near the bottom of Torc Waterfall and going up Torc Moutain.

Torc Waterfall

The Owengarriff River cascades through the wooded Friar's Glen into Muckross Lake. A pretty path winds up to the top of this 18m high waterfall.

Muckross Abbey, Killarney National Park 

Muckross Abbey is both an Old Irish Monastery & Modern Irish Graveyard. It is situated in the middle of the national park and a five minute walk from Muckross house car park.

Muckross Abbey Interior

It dates back to the beginnings of Christianity in Ireland. The first monastery was reputed to have been built here by Saint Fionan sometime in the 6th century.

Boat Trip

Boat trips on Killarney's Lakes are available from Ross Castle, Killarney.

Meeting of The Waters

As the name implies the Meeting of The Waters is where Killarney's three famous lakes converge at this beautifull spot.

Muckross Gardens

The gardens at Muckross House include a Sunken Garden, Rock Garden and a Stream Garden developed early in the 20th century by the Bourn Vincent family.

Muckross House

This nineteenth century Victorian mansion is set against the stunning beauty of Killarney National Park.

Muckross House

Muckross House and Gardens is open to the public. It also includes a traditional farm, weaving workshop, pottery studio and restaurant. A must-see whilst in Killarney.

Old Weir Bridge Killarney

The Old Weir Bridge in Killarney National Park is no longer in use.

Path To Torc Waterfall

Torc Waterfall can be accessed from a car park on the N71 better known as the Killarney – Kenmare road. It's just a short walk of 300 metres to the waterfall.

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