Ross Castle Tours and Tickets

Do as the tourists of bygone years did, and explore Killarney by horse and carriage. The equivalent to a modern taxi, the jaunting car was popular in Ireland through the 19th and early 20th centuries. On this tour, you’ll learn about the area’s history, hearing tales of the Gaelic chieftains as you ride around Killarney National Park. Ross Castle, St. Mary's Cathedral, and Killarney House Gadens are a few of the landmarks on the route.

Discover the highlights of Ireland's oldest national park—and enjoy a one-of-a-kind way to explore—on this private horse and carriage tour. Pick from multiple departure times throughout the day, meet your guide at St. Mary's Cathedral in Killarney, and hop aboard. During your tour, you'll see lakes and mountains, will explore routes that are closed to cars, and can even go for a tour of the 15th-century Ross Castle (additional expense).

Killarney National Park Tour

Don't waste precious vacation time trying to coordinate various activities across County Kerry. Book this hassle-free tour that includes a hike (or pony ride), scenic cruise, and transfers through Killarney National Park and beyond. Traverse the rugged Gap of Dunloe, discover five connected glacial lakes, cross the legendary Wishing Bridge, and cruise scenic waterways straight to historic Ross Castle.

The Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Tour from Killarney

The Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Tour from Killarney

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Lakes of Killarney Cruise

1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake

55 minutesFree Cancellation

Gap of Dunloe Day Tour and Boat Ride from Killarney

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Bus, Boat & Jaunting Cart Tour (Jaunting Cart Paid Separately)

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Combination Killarney Jaunting Car Tour and Lakes of Killarney Cruise

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Killarney Jaunting Car Tour

This is transport for 1 passenger and their bike through the 3 lakes of Killarney National Park. Boats leave Ross Castle at 10.30am only each morning and travel to Lord Brandon's Cottage in the Gap of Dunloe. Highlights along the way include a visit to Innisfallen Island to see the 7th century Monastic ruins and the chance to see some of our White Tailed Eagles. The distance from Lord Brandon's Cottage to Killarney is 25km, cyclists should be aware of some steep ascents and descents. Good news is that this isn't a race! After having lunch at Lord Brandon's Cottage, cyclists can travel through the Gap of Dunloe at their leisure. Stopping to have a drink at the Kate Kearney's Cottage is definitely recommended before continuing to Killarney. This is a great way to see the Gap of Dunloe at your own pace. Please note that bike rental is not included in the tour, nor is the cycle guided. Passengers must secure their own bike rental in Killarney before progressing to Ross Castle.

Gap of Dunloe Cyclist and Bike Transport

Gap of Dunloe Cyclist and Bike Transport

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Ireland’s stunning Gap of Dunloe mountain pass and beautiful Killarney National Park by bus and boat on this tour from Killarney. Skip the planning involved in exploring independently, and admire the scenery on a bus to Kate Kearney’s Cottage at the gap entrance. Then, choose to walk or take a horse-drawn carriage ride (own expense) through the pass before enjoying a guided boat tour around Killarney's lakes and rivers.

Gap of Dunloe Tour (Boat & Bus)

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy the best Killarney National Park has to offer without the large step count or worry about rain on a tour in a weather-proof Jaunting Car. Learn about Ireland's history as you visit thatched cottages and medieval Ross Castle. Then soak up the ambience of a traditional Irish pub–a must on any trip to Ireland—and enjoy a guided whiskey tasting and cheese pairing, so you'll leave feeling like a pro.

Whiskey & Wonders in Killarney

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Lakes of Killarney and Innisfallen Island Tour

Experience Killarney’s old-time charms the old-fashioned way in a horse carriage, or jaunting car, with your own personal “jarvey” driver/guide. Trot through the grounds of 15th-century Ross Castle, get a taste of Killarney National Park, and see sights including the cathedral and Lough Leane lake. Wrap up with a quintessentially modern experience: pizza and craft beer at the Killarney Brewing Company.

The Best of Killarney Brews & Views

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Killarney at an easy pace with a private jaunting car ride led by a local guide. Traveling by horse-drawn carriage avoids long walks while giving direct access to the park’s highlights, from oak woodlands to Ross Castle. Along the way, gain insights into Killarney’s history and heritage. The tour concludes with a full afternoon tea including coffee and/or tea, providing both a cultural tradition and a relaxed finish to your visit.

Private Jaunting Tour and Afternoon Tea in Killarney

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Bespoke Private Tour on the Lakes of Killarney. Tour includes an dedicated experienced skipper who will regale guests with the history of the Killarney National Park and areas of interest. Stopping at Innisfallen Island, boat tour across Lough Leane to the shore of Twomies Mountain and exploring the park, means that this tour offers guests the opportunity to see it all in one tour. Ideal for couples, families and anyone with a love of history and nature.

Lakes of Killarney Private Boat Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

This is the shortest trip we do it is one-hour approximately, we depart Ross Castle and we bring your groups to the island of Innisfallen which was discovered by St Finian the leper in 640AD and people get off for a half an hour to explore the ruins of the monastery and the church. we always wait for your people on the island, this is a guided trip which you will get to see the beauty of the lower lake in its timeless beauty.

Innisfallen Island

The Park Explorer Tour is the only half day tour of Killarney National Park. It is a great opportunity for families or those on a tight schedule to visit areas of the Park that they might not find themselves. The tours has 3 elements; a bus tour, a boat tour and a 5km walk through the National Park. Along the way, passengers will visit the monastic ruins on Innisfallen Island, the beautiful café in Dinis Cottage and have a chance to see the biggest bird of prey in Europe; the White Tailed Eagle. The walk through the National Park is on a road that is closed to any motor traffic and has Lake views on both sides. The walk is along a sealed, flat road and there is no rush because the bus has multiple departure times from Muckross House. At the end of the walk, passengers can enjoy exploring Muckross House and Gardens, have lunch at the lovely Restaurant before catching the bus back to Killarney (15 minutes), departure times are as follows: 1.02pm, 2.02pm, 3.02pm, 4.40pm, 5.30pm.

Park Explorer Tour (Half Day Tour)

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Maximize time in Ireland with a private tour focused on the highlights of Killarney in County Kerry. Get picked up at the address of your choice in Killarney by a private driver and set out on a half-day tour. Visit top local sites including Torc Waterfall, Muckross House and Gardens, and Ross Castle, learning about history and culture along the way. The itinerary can also be customized according to your interests.

Highlights of Killarney Private Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

If you want to learn about Dublin’s darks side, take this nighttime tour that will enlighten you to Dublin’s haunted history with sotries of ghosts and mysterious creatures only seen in darkness. You’ll visit a haunted castle, prison, church, and cemetery, and hear stories from your guide of the paranormal study and investigations of Ireland of hte past. Don’t be too sacared, your guide will be with you the entire time.

Killarney Highlight Half Day Tour -National Park-Muckross House

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The Meeting of the Waters, Dinis Island, Lakes of Killarney

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The Gap of Dunloe - Day Trip (One Way Only)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The Gap of Dunloe Tour is a must do for visitors to Killarney. The ‘Adventure’ begins daily from our head office at O’Connor’s Pub, 7 High St., Killarney at 10:00am for check in. We can also collect clients from their accommodation in the Killarney area. Your journey begins with a bus trip to Kate Kearney’s Cottage or Ross Castle (recommended starting point for walkers as it allows more time). From here visitors make the 7 mile walk (please allow 2.5 to 3 hours for the walk). For those who do not wish to walk Jaunting cart’s are also available (at extra cost of €25 per person) to take the clients through the natural unspoilt beauty of the Black Valley, a walker’s paradise. Upon reaching Lord Brandon’s Cottage, there will be time to enjoy refreshments (not included) at the Cafe, before taking your boat trip through the Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle where your bus will be waiting to take you back to Killarney. As noted, this tour can also be done in reverse.

Bus & Boat Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Ross Castle

Bobbi_S, Sep 2026

Amazing

So fun! Our driver was knowledgeable and helpful he even directed us to a local restaurant that was awesome! I would recommend this to everyone for an easy fun way to se Ross castle.

Terese_B, Sep 2026

Gem

Wonderful experience. The tour provided a glimpse of the splendor and beauty of the National Park. Highly recommend.

Ellen_V, May 2026

A lovely ride through Killarney National Park

Lovely way to see Killarney National Park. If you wish to see inside Ross Castle, you’ll want to book before 5 pm as the museum and store there close at 5:15 pm.

Ryan_L, Sep 2026

Great tour!

We had Lewis as our guide and he was funny and full of knowledge about the area! We had a great time!

Christina_N, Jul 2024

Great experiences for families

We had a great time on our jaunting car tour. Definitely give this a try if you are traveling with young kids. We covered a lot of ground that we could not have done on foot (or by bike). This was a lovely way to start our morning in Killarney before we started out by car for the coast. Our driver was on time, kind, and friendly. Our daughter loved the experience, and the 10-15 minute stop at Ross Castle was plenty. (Because there are A LOT of castles in Ireland.)