Top Killarney Self-guided Tours

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.

Get up close and personal with Killarney National Park's spectacular scenery on a horseback riding tour. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and make your own way to the stables near Killarney Town. Grab your helmet and boots, saddle up, and head into nature. You'll ride along Lough Lein, will admire soaring mountains and rolling hills, and can learn more about the highlights of Ireland's first national park.

Summit Ireland's highest mountain—and challenge yourself to an active and adventurous day in nature—on this personalized hiking excursion. In the morning, come prepared with outdoorsy gear, make your own way to the start point, and meet your guide. Then, set off on a full-day hike up to Carrauntoohil's summit and back. As you go, soak up the dramatic scenery, and learn all about the region's history from your guide.

Explore Killarney at your own rhythm, from quick town loops to full-day lake adventures. With your choice of bike and insider route suggestions, it’s easy to discover gems like Ross Castle and Muckross Lake—in the open air, exploring Ireland right. You could also navigate dedicated cycling paths through the national park. However you do it, you’ll skip the parking hassles and tourist snapshots for authentic Irish adventure.

With an E-Bike, you are in the perfect position to explore the Killarney area, and in particular Muckross. Killarney offers a huge range of options when it comes to cycling. We are happy to advise you on a choice of routes. Choose to cycle around the town, visit Ross Castle and the lakes in the vicinity or venture a little further. Muckross, in the heart of Killarney National Park is an ideal location for a days cycling. Leaving Killarney town, cycling along the Muckross road and over the Flesk bridge. At this point you can cross the road to the cycling path which will lead you directly into the National Park. Bear in mind that Jaunting cars and walkers also use this path. The paths travels alongside the road for about a kilometre, before veering right into the Yew Valley Wood and towards the 15th century Muckross Abbey. Take time at the abbey and explore the well-preserved ruins and vaulted cloister. Choose your route and simply enjoy stunning Killarney.

Plan a hassle-free arrival to Ireland with a private transfer from Dublin Airport to Killarney. Skip the lines for a rental car and meet your driver in the arrivals hall at Dublin Airport. Get help with your luggage and settle in to a premium vehicle for the transfer to Killarney in County Kerry. Admire countryside views and utilize high-speed Wi-Fi during the trip. Flight monitoring is included.

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