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Ring of Kerry, Sneem

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One Ireland's great road trips, Ring of Kerry passes through a picturesque landscape that contains most of Ireland's notable features, including scenic outlooks, pristine lakes, glacial valleys, rocky islands, medieval castles, and historical forts. The circular route stretches for about 180 km (110 mi), beginning and ending in the town of Killarney. You can drive this route in a single day, but to experience the area at a slower pace, take the long-distance walking / cycling path following the slightly quieter roads. The narrow roads tend to get extremely crowded with tour buses, which travel counter-clockwise from Killarney. Avoid having to pass traffic in dangerously narrow sections by driving or cycling clockwise. Plan your Ring of Kerry visit and explore what else you can see and do in Sneem using our Sneem trip itinerary maker.

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By mafischl

Wonderful! Fantastic! Amazing! Drive the road clockwise to avoid most of the tour busses. Loved Daniel O'Connors home. Walk to the beach it's absolutely gorgeous. Also do the two ring forts at the...

Wonderful! Fantastic! Amazing! Drive the road clockwise to avoid most of the tour busses. Loved Daniel O'Connors home. Walk to the beach it's absolutely gorgeous. Also do the two ring forts at the... more »
By Christophe W

We toured the Ring of Kerry anti clockwise to avoid the tour buses. It really starts when you arrive at Waterville, before this town the road is surrounded by trees and you don't see much landscape...

We toured the Ring of Kerry anti clockwise to avoid the tour buses. It really starts when you arrive at Waterville, before this town the road is surrounded by trees and you don't see much landscape... more »
By Rymatt2020

Stayed in Kenmare. Rented a car and made 3 day trips to explore the Ring. Forget the bus tours. Stay away from the touristy sites. Plan to do your own exploring. Lots of things to do and see...

Stayed in Kenmare. Rented a car and made 3 day trips to explore the Ring. Forget the bus tours. Stay away from the touristy sites. Plan to do your own exploring. Lots of things to do and see... more »