| Derrynane House, National Historic Park |
Derrynane House was the ancestral home of Daniel O'Connell, the Irish statesman who played an important role in gaining Catholic Emancipation in 1829. Today some 120 hectares of the lands of Derrynane, together with Derrynane House, make up Derrynane National Historic Park. Plantations and garden walks were laid out in the 18th and 19th centuries, principally north and west of the house. Some features of the demesne are strongly associated with Daniel O'Connell, including the old Summer House. The main area of the gardens, set inland and to the north of the house, can be reached through a tunnel under the road. |
| Guided Tours Available | Guided tours available on request, Max No: 40, Duration: 30 mins |
| Language Guides Available | Guidebook in English, Irish, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Dutch |
| Disabled Access | Yes |
| Audio Visual Presentation | Yes |
| Retail Outlet | Yes |
| Opening Times | November – March: Saturday & Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm April & October: Tuesday – Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm May – September: Monday – Saturday: 9 am - 6 pm Sunday: 11 am – 7 pm |
| Directions | 3.5km from Caherdaniel, off the N70 (the "Ring of Kerry") |
| Facilities | Toilets, Picnic Area |
| Admission Prices | Adult: EUR 2.75 Group & Senior Citizen: EUR 2.00 Child/Student: EUR 1.25 Family Rate: EUR 7.00 |
| Address | Caherdaniel Co. Kerry |
| Telephone | +353 66 9475113 |
| Fax | +353 66 9475432 |
| E-mail | derrynanehouse@duchas.ie |
| Web | http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/HistoricSites/South |
The Aqua Dome is one of Ireland’s largest indoor waterworlds and has many exciting features including sky high slides, waves, lazy river, rapids and an adult only sauna suite. Located next to the Aqua Dome is an outdoor attraction called Aqua Golf, an 18 hole themed adventure golf course. Alongside Aqua Golf, play the coin operated remote control trucks and boats. |
Retail Outlet | Yes |
Facilities | Parking for cars and coaches |
Admission Prices | Adults: EUR 10 Children / Students / Senior Citizens: EUR 9 Family: 10% discount (min of 4 people) Children of 3 and under: Free Groups (min of 10 people): Adult: EUR 8.50 Junior - under 16: EUR 7.50 |
Method of Visitor Payment | Visitors may pay with visa, master card, cash, cheque or laser |
Other | All children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult at all times (1 adult: 2 children) and must wear armbands which can be hired from reception. |
Catering Facilities | Yes |
Directions | Located on the N86 (R559) to Dingle. When coming in from any direction, just follow the signs for Dingle. |
Opening Times | Open daily, Opening times vary |
Address | Tralee Co. Kerry |
Telephone | +353 66 7128899 |
Telephone | +353 66 7128755 |
Fax | +353 66 7129130 |
E-mail | aquadome@eircom.net |
Web | http://www.aquadome.ie |
The Great Blasket Centre on the mainland in Dún Chaoin (Dunquin), on the tip of the Dingle Peninsula, is an interpretative centre/museum honouring the unique community who once lived on the Great Blasket Island. This community produced an extraordinary amount of literature, referred to as The Blasket Library, which includes classics such as The Islandman, Twenty Years A Growing and Peig. The centre, which is operated by the Department of Environment, Heritage & Local Government, was opened in 1993 and overlooks the panorama of the Great Blasket and its family of surrounding islands. |
| Guided Tours Available | On request |
| Language Guides Available | Guide books in English, Irish, French, German, Italian and Spanish |
| Disabled Access | Centre is fully accessible for visitors with disabilities. |
| Audio Visual Presentation | Yes |
| Opening Times | Easter – June Daily: 10 am – 6 pm July – August Daily: 10 am – 7 pm September – October Daily: 10 am – 6 pm Last Admission 45 mins. before closing |
Retail Outlet | Bookshop & café |
Method of Visitor Payment | Visitors may pay with cash or cheque |
Facilities | Parking available. Coaches welcome. |
Directions | Tip of Dingle Peninsula, 16km from Dingle (R559) |
Admission Prices | Adult: EUR 3.50 Child / Student: EUR 1.25 Senior: EUR 2.50 Family: EUR 8.25 Group rates available |
Address | Dunquin Tralee Co. Kerry |
Telephone | +353 66 9156444 |
Fax | +353 66 9156446 |
Telephone | +353 66 9156371 |
E-mail | blascaod@duchas.ie |
Web | http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/HistoricSites/South |
| Muckross House, Gardens & Traditional Farms |
Muckross House is a magnificent Victorian Mansion and one of Ireland’s leading stately homes. It is beautifully situated amidst the spectacular scenery of Killarney National Park – Ireland’s Premier National Park. The elegantly furnished rooms portray the lifestyles of the landed gentry, while downstairs in the basement one can experience the working conditions of the servants employed in the House. Muckross House is also home to a number of skilled craftworkers who can be viewed using traditional skills in the crafts of weaving, pottery and bookbinding. Many tender and exotic trees and shrubs flourish in the mild climate and sheltered location of the Muckross Gardens. Attractive features include a fine collection of rhododendrons and azaleas, an outstanding rock garden on a natural rock outcrop, and beautiful tree fringed lawns. The Muckross Traditional Farms are an authentic outdoor interpretation, on a 70 acre elevated site, of rural life in Kerry in the 1930’s and 1940’s. The Traditional Farms present an authentic environment and experience of rural life in the early part of the 20th century. Traditional buildings and field systems are recreated and domestic farming and craft practices are carried out daily during the visitor season. |
| Guided Tours Available | Yes |
| Language Guides Available | Yes in English, French and German |
| Disabled Access | Full access to the Walled Garden Centre, the public toilets, the National Park Visitor Centre and the Basement Level of Muckross House. There are steps leading to the main Ground Floor entrance to Muckross House. |
| Audio Visual Presentation | Yes |
| Opening Times | Muckross Traditional Farms March, April and October:Weekends & Bank Holidays: 1.00p.m. to 6.00p.m. June to September: Daily: 10.00a.m. to 6.00p.m. Muckross House All year round: 9.00a.m. to 5.30p.m. July and August: 9.00a.m. to 7.00p.m. Last admissions to House and Traditional Farms one hour before closing. |
| Retail Outlet | Yes, the Mucros Craft Centre in the Walled Garden Centre. |
| Directions | 4 miles / 7 km from Killarney town centre along the main Kenmare road (N71) |
| Address | Killarney National Park Killarney Kerry |
| Admission Prices | Muckross House OR Muckross Traditional Farms (i.e. Single Tickets): Single Adult: EUR 5.75 Single Group & O.A.P.: EUR 4.50 Single Child/Student: EUR 2.35 Single Family: EUR 14.50 Muckross House AND Muckross Traditional Farms (i.e. Joint Tickets): Joint Adult: EUR 8.65 Joint Group & O.A.P.: EUR 6.50 Joint Child/Student: EUR 3.90 Joint Family: EUR 22.00 NOTES: Group Rate: The group rate applies to twenty visitors or more and when payment is made by a single transaction. Groups of ten or more must have advance reservations. Child/Student Rate: The child/student rate applies to children and students up to the age of eighteen and thereafter to students in full time education on production of a valid and current student identity card. Children under six years of age are admitted free of charge. Family Rate: The family rate applies to a group of two adults and a reasonable number (usually up to four) of their children aged eighteen years and under. |
| Telephone | +353 64 31440 |
| Fax | +353 64 39352 |
| E-mail | pdawson@muckross-house.ie |
| Web | http://www.muckross-house.ie |
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Crag cave is formed of limestone. It is a colourful wonderland of stalagmites and stalactites. Discovered in 1983 and thought to be over a million years old, this natural, all weather attraction has dramatic sound and lighting effects. A visit to Crag Cave will delight and enthrall all ages and the friendly guides will explain the origins of the cave and introduce visitors to a world older than mankind. The cave centre offers a restaurant with delicious home cooking and an extensive gift shop.The cave centre is also home to Crazy Cave - The Kingdoms Number One House of Fun! Crazy Cave is a new indoor adventure centre suitable for children from 0-12 years. It is a three tiered play system with mega astra slide, cannon guns, spiral slides, crazy maze & lots more. There is also separate toddler, baby and sports area. The play area is priced separately and children must have adult superviaion at all times. |
| Guided Tours Available | Yes |
| Language Guides Available | Introductory leaflets in French, German, Spanish, Dutch and Italian. |
| Disabled Access | To visitor centre only |
| Opening Times | 10am – 6pm (July & August 10.00am – 6.30pm) Last tour half hour before closing |
| Retail Outlet | An extensive and renowned gift/craft shop including souvenirs, jewellery, pottery, clothing and childrens section. |
| Facilities | New for 2006 – Crazy Cave Indoor Softplay Adventure Centre for children from 0 – 12 years. (Priced separately.)Free Car & Coach Parking |
| Opening Months | Mid March – November 1st |
| Catering Facilities | A coffee shop serving light lunches & tasty snacks. All food is freshly prepared on the premises and a taste of the delicious home baking is a must. |
| Directions | Located in Castleisland, 2km off the N21. |
| Admission Prices | Cave Admission: Adult – EUR 9.00 Child – €5.00 Student / Senior – EUR 7.50 Family (2 adults & 2 children) – EUR 25.00 Family (2 adults & 4 children) – EUR 30.00 Play Area: EUR 7.00 per child for one & a half hours play Combined child ticket to cave & play area EUR 10.00 |
| Address | Castleisland Co. Kerry |
| Telephone | +353 66 7141244 |
| Fax | +353 66 7142352 |
| E-mail | info@cragcave.com |
| Web | http://www.cragcave.com |
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Kerry County Museum explores the archaeology and history of the county, with each object on display telling its own story, whether it is a beautiful sunflower pin worn by the fashion-conscious in the Bronze Age or duelling pistols used by the Liberator, Daniel O’Connell, in the early 19th century. Stroll through the streets of Tralee in 1450 AD in the Medieval Experience and experience the sights, sounds and smells of a bustling medieval community. Our award-winning Antarctica Exhibition tells the story of the heroic Annascaul man Tom Crean, one of the many colourful characters brought to life at Kerry County Museum. |
Method of Visitor Payment | Visitors may pay with visa, master card, cash, cheque or laser |
| Retail Outlet | Yes |
| Audio Visual Presentation | Yes |
| Facilities | Parking, coaches welcome |
| Directions | Kerry County Museum is located in the Ashe Memorial Hall, Denny St., in the centre of the town. Follow the signs for the Tourist Office, which is in the same building. |
| Admission Prices | Adult: EUR 8 Child: EUR 5 Student / Senior: EUR 6.50 Family (2 adults & 3 children): EUR 22 Children of 5 and under: Free Group Rate: EUR 5 per person (10 or more in group) |
| Address | Ashe Memorial Hall Denny Street Tralee Co. Kerry |
| Telephone | +353 66 7127777 |
| Fax | +353 66 7127444 |
| E-mail | info@kerrymuseum.ie |
| Web | http://www.kerrymuseum.ie |
This heritage centre tells the story of the Skellig rocks. There are four themes covered in the exhibition: - The history and archaeology of Skellig Michael's Early Christian monastery.
- The sea birds who are such a part of the Skelligs, their habitat and their world wide travels.
- The lighthouses which have given 161 years of service to mariners.
- The underwater Skellig, which has colour and magic equal to any sea in the world.
These themes are explored using graphics, models, exhibition items, reconstruction and sound of sea birds and lighthouse keeper ship-to-shore communication. |
| Language Guides Available | Yes |
| Disabled Access | Yes |
| Audio Visual Presentation | Yes |
| Sound Tour | Yes |
| Retail Outlet | Yes |
| Directions | Centre is located on the waterfront of Valentia Island, 11km off the western sector of Ring of Kerry, N70. |
| Admission Prices | Exhibition and audio–visual only Adult: EUR 5 Senior/Student: EUR 4 Child: EUR 3 Family (2 adults and up to 4 children under 12): EUR 14 Exhibition, AV and boat cruise around Skelligs Adult: EUR 25 Senior/Student: EUR 22 Child: EUR 13 Family (2 adults and 2 children): EUR 65 |
| Address | The Skellig Heritage Centre Valentia Island Co. Kerry |
| Telephone | +353 66 9476306 |
| Fax | +353 66 9476351 |
| E-mail | info@skelligexperience.com |
| Web | http://www.skelligexperience.com |
| Kingdom Greyhound Stadium |
Kingdom Greyhound Stadium is a three level multi-function complex with excellent facilities. The stadium is glass fronted and contains a Grandstand restaurant, lounge bar and fastfood facilities. There are two hospitality suites on level three which cater for group/tourbus bookings. Children have free admission so go on - Enjoy a fun night out with a difference every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday night all year round. |
| Guided Tours Available | Yes |
| Language Guides Available | Explanatory leaflets in French and German |
| Disabled Access | Yes – Fully accessible to first floor grandstand restaurant |
| Opening Times | Tuesday, Friday & Saturday: 7 pm – 11 pm |
| Method of Visitor Payment | Visitors may pay with visa, cash or cheque |
| Facilities | Parking is available. Coaches welcome. |
| Catering Facilities | Yes |
| Directions | Located at Oakview, five minutes walk from Tralee town centre. Follow signs for Listowel Road. On Listowel Road take 1st left at Shell Station. |
| Admission Prices | Adult: EUR 7 Child: Under 14 – Free Student / Senior: Tuesday EUR 3, Friday / Saturday EUR 4 Group Rate: EUR 5 per person for 20 pax + |
| Address | Oakview Tralee Co. Kerry |
| Telephone | +353 66 7180008 |
| Fax | +353 66 7180888 |
| Telephone | +353 66 7124033 |
| E-mail | kingdom_stadium@esatclear.ie |
| Web | http://www.igb.ie/stadia/trl.aspx |
Kenmare was designated a Heritage Town by Fáilte Ireland. The town was designated under the theme a "Planned Estate Town". The Centre was offically opened in June 1994 by the then President of Ireland, Ms. Mary Robinson. There is ample parking outside the Centre. The Centre covers various themes including Famous Visitors to Kenmare, The Nun of Kenmare, Kenmares history and historical sites, Effects of the Famine on Kenmare and the Landlords of Kenmare. The Centre also has a Kenmare Lace Exhibition. An integral part of the Experience of the Kenmare Story is to visit the Historical sites after visiting the Centre. The Heritage Trail map will show you at first hand some of the delights of Kenmare. All the sites are within walking distance from the Centre and the trail takes about 40 minutes to complete. |
| Opening Months | Easter - End of September |
| Guided Tours Available | Yes |
| Directions | The Centre is located in the heart of Kenmare town and entrance to it is via Kenmare Tourist Office. |
| Admission Prices | Admission Free |
| Address | Tourist Information Centre Kenmare Co. Kerry |
| Telephone | +353 64 41233 |
| E-mail | kenmaretio@eircom.net |
Dingle Aquarium is situated in Dingle town opposite the Marina. Exciting displays include Amazon display including piranha, poisonous frogs and catfish. Jellyfish and seahorse display. Feel the fish life in the touch pool, walk through the underwater tunnel, come face to face with the sharks and Molly the turtle. A day at Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium is always packed with fun. Browse in the gift shop and relax in the Harbour View café |
| Guided Tours Available | For Groups |
| Language Guides Available | Irish & English |
| Opening Times | Open daily from 10 am |
| Retail Outlet | Gift Shop |
| Facilities | Parking, coaches welcome. |
| Method of Visitor Payment | Visitors may pay with visa, master card, cash or laser |
| Catering Facilities | Yes |
| Directions | In Dingle town, 150m from the Tourist Office |
| Admission Prices | Adult: EUR 10.50 Child: EUR 6.25 Student / Senior: EUR 7.85 Family: EUR 28.50 (2 adults and up to 4 children under 16) Weekly and yearly tickets also available. |
| Address | The Wood Dingle Co. Kerry |
| Telephone | +353 66 9152111 |
| Fax | +353 66 9152155 |
| E-mail | marabeo@iol.ie |
| Web | http://www.dingle-oceanworld.ie |
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