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The 15 Best Killarney Tours & Day Trips

58 tours  ·  from $17

Killarney has a national park at the end of its main street and the Ring of Kerry on its doorstep. These 15 cover the jaunting cars, the lake boats, the Gap of Dunloe and the full Ring day, with prices and how much of each one is spent on a bus.

Guided Climb of Carrauntoohil with KerryClimbing.ie - The ascent: rocks, steep ground, and mountain stories
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Guided Climb of Carrauntoohil with KerryClimbing.ie

1.Guided Climb of Carrauntoohil with KerryClimbing.ie

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,114 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $96Our pick

Join KerryClimbing.ie at Cronins Yard for a 7 to 8-hour guided ascent of Carrauntoohil. Guides such as Pierce, Orla, Keith, and Mike combine route support with local history, geology, and mountain stories. You need strong fitness, hiking boots, waterproofs, food, and real mountain experience.

“Climbing Carrauntoohil was one of the most rewarding and awe-inspiring experiences of my time in Ireland. The mountain itself is breathtaking — towering above the surrounding Kerry landscape with sweeping views, dramatic ridges, and a sense of wild, untamed beauty that makes you feel small in the best possible way. What made the hike even more memorable was our incredible guide. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable about the terrain, weather patterns, and safety, but he also shared local history. He was friendly, patient, and encouraging — always making sure the group felt comfortable, motivated, and well taken care of. The climb was challenging in parts, but with the guidance…”

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Lakes of Killarney: Boat Cruise - Why the heated glass boat matters
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Lakes of Killarney: Boat Cruise

2.Lakes of Killarney: Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 778 reviews · from $18Best value

Set out from Ross Castle Pier on the MV Lily of Killarney for a one-hour cruise across Lough Léin. Your English-speaking captain and guide, including popular guides such as Paul and Frank, point out Innisfallen Monastery, ancient forests, wildlife, and Carrauntoohil.

“A beautiful boat cruise around the lake with narration as we went.”

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NO 1 Ring of Kerry Tour inc Killarney Lakes & National Park - Sneem, the colorful village in the middle of the route
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NO 1 Ring of Kerry Tour inc Killarney Lakes & National Park

3.NO 1 Ring of Kerry Tour inc Killarney Lakes & National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 620 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $72

Spend about six hours touring the Ring of Kerry from central Killarney in an air-conditioned coach. Your driver-guide, often Denis, Batt, Michael, John, or Dave, handles the narrow roads while you see Sneem, Ladies View, Killarney National Park, coastal bays, and a working sheepdog demonstration.

“Bus driver drove well but We were so disappointed with the lack of information about all the places. He told us what some things were but not much else. I took a tour before and it was so interesting. I was so upset my friends did not have the same. Best part was SheepDog presentation where we at least learned something! It was a bus ride NOT a tour!”

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Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney - Killorglin, Kells, and the changing face of Kerry
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Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney

4.Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 616 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $43

Travel the Ring of Kerry from Killarney with a driver-guide such as Mike, John, or Dave. Expect mountain and coastal views, Ladies’ View, Molls Gap, Dingle Bay, village stops, Irish stories, and often a sheepdog demonstration. Lunch and optional attraction fees are extra.

“Mike was so amazing!! What a great tour guide and what an incredible tour. The views just can’t be beat. Lots of great stopping points and I left with a ton of brilliant photos.”

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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour - Killorglin and the old stories of Kerry
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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour

5.Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 577 reviews · from $51

Ride from Killarney around the Iveragh Peninsula with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Torc Waterfall, Waterville, Sneem, Moll’s Gap, and Ladies View. Guides such as Kevin, Joe, John, and Paulie are praised for lively stories and steady driving. Lunch is not included.

“Excellent trip around the Ring of Kerry. Our guide Paulie was entertaining and informative. We stopped at lots of picturesque spots and our guide even acted as photographer for group shots. What a wonderful day to explore the Ring of Kerry stress free.”

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Ring Of Kerry Tour - Kerry Bog Village Museum and rural Kerry
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Ring Of Kerry Tour

6.Ring Of Kerry Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 549 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Spend about 7.5 hours circling Kerry from Killarney in a smaller, air-conditioned coach. Guides such as Kevin and David add local stories while you visit Kerry Bog Village, Waterville, Ladies’ View, Sneem, and the Skellig Ring. Lunch and two optional cash admissions cost extra.

“Very weather-dependent but still an amazing experience. Views can sometimes be foggy, but there are some off-the-track gem views. Kevin was our guide and he was so funny and added stories to give historical context. Also, he navigated the roads very well!”

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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Tour - MacGillycuddy’s Reeks and the Gap of Dunloe
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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Tour

7.Ring of Kerry Guided Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 513 reviews · from $51

Travel from Killarney around the Ring of Kerry with guides such as Kevin and John, stopping at Kerry Bog Village, St. Finian’s Bay, Waterville, Sneem, and Ladies View. A smaller coach can take the Skellig Ring, where you’ll see the Skellig Islands from the Atlantic coast.

“It was just wonderful. So many crazy beautiful locations! Tons of emotions! And the great, funny and caring guide makes this unforgettable trip ultimately perfect! Highly reccomend!”

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Killarney National Park Tour - Finding Deenagh Lodge near Killarney Cathedral
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Killarney National Park Tour

8.Killarney National Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 503 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $60

Set out from Deenagh Lodge with McCarthys Killarney Carriage Rides for a private, one-hour jaunt through the national park. Your driver may be Damien, Jason, or another McCarthy family guide, with horses such as Daisy, Maggie, or Paddy. Expect lake and castle views, local stories, and time for photos.

“It’s a wonderful introduction to Killarney National Park and a great way to kick off our stay in Ireland. Martin was a congenial and informative guide to the sights along the way and personal historic stories. And Paddy (our trusty horse) led the way.”

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Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach - Dingle town: lunch, harbor, and Murphy’s ice cream
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Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach

9.Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 494 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Ride from Killarney to Inch Beach, Dingle, and Slea Head in an air-conditioned coach with live local commentary. Guides such as Sheila, Batt, Sean, and Mike are known for history, humor, music, and safe driving on narrow coastal roads. Lunch is your own expense.

“This tour gave us a chance to experience some coastal beauty we otherwise would have missed. Well worth it. Batt was knowledgeable and entertaining, an excellent driver and guide”

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Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park - Bog Village gives the morning a human story
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Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park

10.Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 463 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $72

From central Killarney, Deros Coach Tours takes you around the Ring of Kerry in an air-conditioned coach. Expect Bog Village, a possible sheepdog show, Waterville, Sneem, Moll’s Gap, Ladies View, and Killarney National Park, with lively guides such as Batt, Denis, or Darren.

“Very interisting Tour. I would definitly recomend it. Enough time at every stop. The lunch restaurant had a very beautiful view.”

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Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour - Who should book this Killarney walk?
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Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour

11.Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 377 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $19

Meet Richard, James, Mike, Thomas, or another local guide at 11am outside O’Sheas Funeral Home. Spend about two hours walking Killarney National Park, learning its stories, plants, wildlife, and hidden paths. The route is flexible, and may be extended if you want a longer walk.

“Great walk through the national park and a wonderful guide! Richard was an excellent guide. Thank you!”

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Killarney: 1-Hour Jaunting Car Horse and Carriage Tour - Meeting the horse and starting beside the train station
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Killarney: 1-Hour Jaunting Car Horse and Carriage Tour

12.1-Hour Jaunting Car Horse and Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 361 reviews · from $43

Take a one-hour jaunting car ride from Killarney’s Great Southern Hotel through traffic-free parts of the national park. Your English-speaking Jarvey guide, perhaps Michael, Cal, Louis, or another local driver, shares Irish wit, park lore, and castle stories before returning you to town.

“The ride was a lot of fun and gave us a good view of the park. An hour round trip was perfect for the time we had in Killarney.”

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Kerry: Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park - Following the trail into Knockreer Estate
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Kerry: Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park

13.Kerry: Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 226 reviews · from $115

Ride from stables just outside Killarney into Knockreer Estate with an English-speaking guide. Beginners are welcome, horses and safety gear are provided, and the route brings you past Lough Leane, mountain scenery, forest paths, and sometimes wild deer.

“At the start I was very nervous. But Natalie guided me and told me what to do. As time went on the nerves were fading away and I got to look at the scenery, we seen a lot of deers aswell. It was a lovely day”

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Self-Guided Bike Tour of Killarney National Park, Muckross Gardens & Waterfall - Starting at Flesk Caravan & Camping Park
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Self-Guided Bike Tour of Killarney National Park, Muckross Gardens & Waterfall

14.Self-Guided Bike Tour of Killarney National Park, Muckross Gardens & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · 5 hours to 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Pick up a bike, helmet, map, and lock at Killarney Flesk Caravan & Camping Park, then follow park paths to Muckross House, Muckross Abbey, Torc Waterfall, and the traditional farms. You set the pace, choose your stops, and return the bike to the same place.

“We loved the bike ride through the park. Highly recommend the red route around the lake. It was so pretty. The bike shop guys were super friendly.”

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The Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Tour from Killarney - Walking the Gap of Dunloe
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The Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Tour from Killarney

15.The Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Tour from Killarney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 221 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Travel from central Killarney to Kate Kearney’s Cottage, then walk or pay €35 for a jaunting cart through the Gap of Dunloe. Meet the boat at Lord Brandon’s Cottage for a scenic ride across Killarney’s three lakes, ending near Ross Castle before returning by coach.

“Loved it! The scenery is spectacular both on and off the water. I found walking the Gap both challenging but so worthwhile! I felt quite a sense of achievement for an oldie. The boat man, Rory, was hugely informative and obviously knows his stuff!”

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