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15 National Park Tours in Ireland to Build a Day Around

31 tours  ·  from $17

The 15 best national park tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park - Leaving Cork for Killarney
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Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park

1.Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 663 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $71Our pick

Spend about 11 hours touring the Ring of Kerry and Killarney National Park from Cork. You’ll visit Killarney, Waterville, Sneem, Dingle Bay, and Torc Waterfall with a driver-guide such as Kevin, Paul, or Brian. Expect grand views, lively commentary, a large bus, and several short stops.

“Beautiful scenery, but I felt that this tour was very commercialized. An hour at Killarney national park for a horse drawn carriage ride. Half hour at some model village. Group lunch (35-50 people). This could be time spent much better. Still giving it 4 stars, as the second part was lovely. But not sure I'd do it again. I would prefer a different tour.”

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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

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

3.Killarney National Park Tour

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

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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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

4.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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From Galway: Connemara and Connemara National Park Day Trip - From Claddagh to Salthill and the Atlantic coast
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From Galway: Connemara and Connemara National Park Day Trip

5.Connemara and Connemara National Park Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 433 reviews · from $57

Travel from Galway into Connemara with an English-speaking guide, stopping in Clifden, at scenic lakes and the Sky Road. Choose three hours at Connemara National Park, including Diamond Hill trails, or visit Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian Walled Gardens. Guides may include Paddy, Mike, or Damien.

“Mike was very attentive and forthcoming in making the trip pleasant for everyone. He was also very knowledgeable and was, without a doubt, one of the most informative and at the same time entertaining guides. 💯👍 He also made sure that those not fit or willing to hike up a mountain had another options. In our case that meant either hiking up diamond hill or visiting the Kylemore Abbey. We definitely recommend going on this tour. Especially with Mike. 🙌🚌✌️”

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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

6.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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From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour - The road west from Galway
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From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

7.Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 261 reviews · from $0

Travel from Galway into Connemara with a local English-speaking driver-guide, stopping at Leenane, Killary Fjord, and scenic viewpoints before two hours at Diamond Hill. Guides such as John, Michael, Sean, and Macdara add history, music, and local culture to the drive.

“Amazing experience, Darragh (guide tour) was super friendly and gave us all the informations. He stoped many times for pics and told us about the Irish history. I extremely recommend the tour.”

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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

8.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

9.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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Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour - Leenane and the first look at Connemara
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Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour

10.Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 153 reviews · from $52

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Galway to Leenane, Killary Harbour, Connemara National Park, and Spiddal. Guides such as Michael, Sean, John, Frank, and Macdara provide Irish stories, music, language, and history, while you get two hours to choose a park trail.

“The views and hiking the National Park Sippdell looked like a fun town but was only given 15 minutes would like a chance to take a picture if the abbey”

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Jaunting Car Tour in Killarney National Park - Riding through Killarney National Park
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Jaunting Car Tour in Killarney National Park

11.Jaunting Car Tour in Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $66

Ride a covered horse-drawn carriage through Killarney National Park with a local McCarthy family guide such as Damien or Damian. You’ll visit Muckross Abbey, see its ancient yew tree, hear stories about the park, and enjoy views across the lakes. The private tour lasts about an hour.

“this has easily been the highlight of our trip, Damian was our guide and was very kind and easy to talk with. Molly, our horse was a BEAUTIFUL girl that gave the ride her all. Would LOVE to do this again and highly recommend this to anyone looking for the jaunting tour. They take very good care of all their horses which is a MUST for me.”

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Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Killarney: Including Killarney National Park - Inch Beach and the uncertain Dingle Bay stop
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Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Killarney: Including Killarney National Park

12.Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Killarney: Including Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 115 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $54

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Killarney through Killorglin, Waterville, Sneem, and Killarney National Park. You’ll see mountain and sea views, Torc Waterfall, and possibly Inch Beach, with live commentary, WiFi, and USB charging. Guide quality and exact stops can vary.

“I read the reviews complaining about most of the tour time being taken up by small town and the bog museum stops, whilst it’s nice to support the local community, and the stops were lovely, it seemed a bit off balance. Myself and a lot of reviewers would prefer the time spent enjoying the natural beauty of the ring of kerry. I decided to still go on this tour as it included Dingle bay and torc waterfall in the itinerary, only one of which was covered by the hop on hop of bus. I really wanted to see dingle bay so I booked this tour. We didn’t stop at dingle…”

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Killarney: Killarney National Park Private Tour - Finding Deenagh Lodge beside St. Mary’s Cathedral
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Killarney: Killarney National Park Private Tour

13.Killarney National Park Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 111 reviews · from $48

Meet your guide at Deenagh Lodge by St. Mary’s Cathedral and ride a private jaunting car through Killarney National Park. Guides such as Damien, Martin, Liam, and Jason share local stories as you pass Ross Castle, Lough Leane, Innishfallon, wildlife, and views toward Carrauntoohil.

“In spite of a little rain we were still accomodated with some last minute changes. Martin was a wonderful guide who was so personal, informative and entertaining! We loved the extra effort made to compensate for an orange level rainy day in Killarney!! Thank you!”

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Killarney: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Killarney National Park - Starting at Mission Road in Killarney
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Killarney: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Killarney National Park

14.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · from $17Best value

Use a one-day English-language bus pass from Killarney town to Ross Castle, Torc Waterfall, Muckross House, Muckross Traditional Farms, and Muckross Abbey. Drivers such as Kevin share helpful stop-by-stop advice, while the accessible service gives you freedom to explore without a car.

“We love the full tours but our favorite spot was the torc waterfalls and muckross house.”

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Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour. - What the one-hour ride feels like
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Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

15.Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $129

Ride for one guided hour through Killarney National Park from Ballydowny, with horses matched to your height, weight, and experience. Guides such as Annie and Lutzy help beginners feel at ease, while the route brings mountain, lake, forest, and red deer views. Helmets and boots are provided.

“Advise people to book directly through the owner,The fees that were added were robbery.When I arrived at the stable the fee for riding was 70.00$ I was charged 110 per person.I could understand a transaction fee this was robbery”

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★ 4.9Killarney National Park Jaunting Car TourFrom $4016 reviews
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