Local Attractions

Killarney Royal Hotel is centrally located in County Kerry to explore all the region has to offer during the day. The hotel is situated in the centre of the charming Killarney town making it an ideal location to take advantage of the many fine restaurants and lively pub entertainment and soak up the atmosphere of this proud town in the South West of Ireland. To view the Top 10 Things to do in Killarney please click here.

Killarney town is steeped in history and culture, and as a result it is a beacon for visitors to Ireland, to experience the 'true Ireland'. Killarney Town and Valley is worthy of several days exploration with so many attractions on offer. Wherever your area of interest lies, be it wildlife and landscapes, history and heritage, outdoor activities or golf, Killarney is the ultimate destination and has something for everyone. Killarney also offers the ideal base for touring Ireland's spectacular southwest, with easy access to Dingle, Tralee and Cork. If you wish to stay in Cork, we can arrange accommodation for you at our sister property Hayfield Manor in Cork city.

Muckross House and Gardens; One of Ireland's most popular visitor attractions, this magnificent Victorian Mansion should be top of your list of activities while in Killarney and is definitely a must see.The house is now a museum, with many of the rooms now restored to their original Victorian splendor. Muckross Gardens boasts spectacular features such as a Rock Garden, a Stream Garden and a Sunken Garden.

Muckross Traditional Farms are situated adjacent to Muckross House, portraying the traditional farming methods and way of life of a typical rural community in 1930.


Discover the spectacular waterfalls of Torc Mountain, the sparkling Lakes of Killarney, and choose from the many breathtaking paths of discovery in our National Park. No visit to Killarney is complete without taking an adventure on a boat through the famous and enchanting lakes.

For shopping lovers, the Killarney Outlet Centre is on the doorstep of the Killarney Royal Hotel. The Outlet Centre offers a selection of stores including Nike and Blarney Woollen Mills, with all merchandise offered at heavily discounted factory prices. Killarney Town also features a number of small boutiques with unique merchandise in which you can purchase come memorabilia from your trip to the stunning Killarney and County Kerry.

Some notable and well worthy tourist attractions include:

Lakes of Killarney
Killarney National Park
Ross Castle
Aghadoe Round Tower
Muckross House
Gap of Dunloe
Torc Waterfall
Ring of Kerry