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Slea Head Drive ©
Scenic Drive
Slea Head Drive , Dingle Peninsula
4.9
Cruise past stunning natural landscapes along Slea Head Drive, a circular driving route that begins and ends in Dingle. Start your journey dr
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Skellig Michael ©
Island
Skellig Michael , County Kerry
4.8
Visit Skellig Michael, the larger of the two Skillig Islands, to see the natural beauty and the famous ruins of early religious settlement. T
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Boat Tour
Boat Tours & Water Sports , Kenmare
4.0
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Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm ©
Historic Walking Area
Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm , Kenmare
4.7
Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm provides a chance to explore Irish farm life before electricity. Visit the cottage, a small yet i
Gleninchaquin Park ©
Park
Gleninchaquin Park , Kenmare
4.5
At Gleninchaquin Park, a family-owned park and farm, you can enjoy a day of exploring natural beauty and stunning landscapes. This long valle

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Kenmare

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Known for its wide range of restaurants and traditional pubs, Kenmare sits along two major Irish tourist routes, the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara. The town, whose name means "little nest," was founded in 1678 at the head of Kenmare Bay and boasts archeological remnants of its ancient roots. Though it was founded in the 17th century, the first settlement here goes back to the Bronze Age. Visit its stone circle (the largest in southwest Ireland), see Holy Cross Church, and take in bayside views. Be sure to walk the town streets lined with colorful buildings in search of great food and classic Irish pubs. In the build up to your vacation in Kenmare, plan trip itinerary minutiae using the visitor reviews, staff write-ups, and custom search fields on our Ireland road trip planning site.

Side trips from Kenmare

Slea Head Drive ©
Scenic Drive
Slea Head Drive
Dingle Peninsula
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
Skellig Michael ©
Island
Skellig Michael
County Kerry
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
Garinish Island ©
Island
Garinish Island
Glengarriff
4.6
Duration: 3 hours
Ring of Kerry ©
Scenic Drive
Ring of Kerry
County Kerry
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min

Hidden gems in Kenmare

Ring of Beara ©
Outdoor Activity
Ring of Beara
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Old Kenmare Road ©
Hiking Trail
Old Kenmare Road
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Derreen Gardens ©
Garden
Derreen Gardens
4.0
Duration: 2 hours
Holy Cross Church
Religious Site
Holy Cross Church
4.6
Duration: 2 hours

Shopping in Kenmare

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Lorge Chocolatier ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Lorge Chocolatier
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes
Kenmare Soap Shop ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Kenmare Soap Shop
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Skyline Gallery ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Skyline Gallery
4.9
Duration: 30 minutes
Hallisseys ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Hallisseys
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

Parks in Kenmare

Reenagross Park
Park
Reenagross Park
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Verart Sculpture Garden ©
Garden
Verart Sculpture Garden
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min

Historic Sites in Kenmare

St. Patrick's Church
Religious Site
St. Patrick's Church
3.7
Duration: 30 minutes
Our Lady's Well ©
Historic Site
Our Lady's Well
3.5
Duration: 2 hours

Featured attractions

Ring of Kerry Golf Club ©
Golf Course
Ring of Kerry Golf Club
Templenoe
4.4
Duration: 3 hours
Cork Whale Watch ©
Dolphin / Whale Watching
Cork Whale Watch
Union Hall
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
Gougane Barra National Forest Park ©
National Park
Gougane Barra National Forest Park
Gougane Barra
4.9
Duration: 3 hours
Blueberry Hill Farm ©
Farm
Blueberry Hill Farm
Sneem
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min

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Where to stay in Kenmare

Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm ©
Stay a while in the enchanting and colorful town of Kenmare, which has dozens of bed and breakfasts, guesthouses, and hotels. The most prevelant form of lodging are the traditional Irish bed and breakfasts, many of which are located in the town's center. Here you will also find a hostel and old-fashioned homes that offer accommodations. If you are in the mood for a deluxe getaway, consider renting out a large estate outside of town.
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