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Killarney is known for its amazing scenery. The parks and grounds around Killarney make it even more unique. Muckross house and gardens, Killarney national park and the gap of Dunloe are just a few of the many beautiful places to visit and explore when in Killarney.
19th Century Victorian Mansion and their renowned gardens overlook Muckross lake. Guided tours are available of the sixty-five room architectural masterpiece. Grab a coffee in their in-house café and enjoy the beautiful surrounds.
Torc Waterfall is the tallest waterfall in Ireland and features in many Irish folklores and legends. Notably, Irish warrior Fionn MacCumhaill killed a magical boar on Torc mountain with his golden spear. Red Deer are often spotted around this area.
This area of outstanding beauty is one of the very best and picturesque places for rock climbing in the whole of Ireland. The climbing consists of old red sandstone crags and cliffs mainly of horizontal cracks with an endless selection of single pitch climbs of various grades.
A traditional bus will transport to you to Kate Kearney’s Cottage, a 150-year-old family run restaurant. Walk through the world-famous glacial valley the Gap of Dunloe. After completing the walk, you will be transported by boat through the three Lakes of Killarney by a guided tour who will share folklore and legends inspired by the area
Hop on a jaunting car at Muckross House following your coffee break and be steered across the park by a knowledgeable jarvey. Learn the history of the area and Ireland’s most famous folklore and tales. You will see the majestic Lakes of Killarney, which allegedly is the portal to the famous Tír na nÓG – Land of Youth. Your jarvey will stop and give you plenty of opportunities to take pictures, with Ireland’s highest mountain range serving as your background.
The ideal way to experience this natural wonder is by availing of the many lake tours available with companies including the Lily of Killarney Lake Tour with Tangney Tours or Killarney Lake tours. Alternatively, take a traditional jaunting car around the lakes. This is an extremely entertaining activity that lasts around 1 hour and is particularly enjoyable activity for the kids.
