60 days in County Kerry Itinerary

Continuously inhabited since the Neolithic period, Killarney draws visitors with its picturesque natural scenery, fine restaurants, and traditional pubs.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Muckross Abbey and Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Muckross House and Ross Castle. Explore Killarney's surroundings by going to Kenmare (Gleninchaquin Park, St. Patrick's Church, &more), Ballybunion (The Nuns Beach, Ladies Beach, &more) and Tralee (Tralee Town Park, Kerry County Museum, &more). Spend the 25th (Fri) exploring nature at Killarney National Park. The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at Killarney Falconry, play a few rounds at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club, appreciate the views at Gap of Dunloe, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

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Dublin to Killarney is an approximately 4-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in September, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can drive to Waterville.

County Kerry's picture-perfect holiday resort of Waterville is a weekend getaway once favored by Charlie Chaplin's family.

Get outdoors at Skellig Michael and Derrynane Beach. Visit Waterville Beach and St Finian's Bay for some beach relaxation. Get out of town with these interesting Waterville side-trips: Staigue Fort (in Castlecove), Coomasaharn Scribed Stones (in Glenbeigh) and Sneem (Charles de Gaulle Memorial, The Way the Fairies Went, &more). There's much more to do: tee off at Waterville Golf Links, engage your brain at Sea Synergy Marie Awareness and Activity Centre, examine the collection at The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition, and explore the ancient world of Church Island.

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You can drive from Killarney to Waterville in 1.5 hours. In October in Waterville, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to drive to Valentia Island.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Valentia Heritage Centre and The Skellig Experience Visitor Centre. Visit Cahergall Fort and Valentia Lighthouse for their historical value.

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Valentia Island is very close to Waterville. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in October, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can go by car to Dingle.

Located on Ireland's western coastline, Dingle sits between scenic mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Harry Clarke Stained Glass Windows and Old Barn Gallery. Head to Dingle Crystal and Dingle Artworksfor plenty of shopping. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Dingle: Castlegregory Golf Links (in Castlegregory) and Blasket Islands Eco Marine Tours (in Ventry). Spend the 7th (Sat) exploring the striking scenery along Slea Head Drive. On the 14th (Sat), hike the day away at The Dingle Way. There's much more to do: cruise along Dingle Peninsula, go for a stroll along the water at Dingle Marina, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, and stroll through Inch Beach.

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You can drive from Valentia Island to Dingle in 2 hours. In November in Dingle, expect temperatures between 13°C during the day and 6°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive back home.