Guidebook for Derrynane
Food Scene
Places locally that serve food
A great location where you can enjoy a drink or have some food. You can also head in for a swim if it's not too cold !
14 locals recommend
O'Carroll's Cove Beach Bar & Restaurant
Ring of KerryA great location where you can enjoy a drink or have some food. You can also head in for a swim if it's not too cold !
In the centre of the village of Caherdaniel, the Blind Piper offers lunch and dinner, there is an area for the kids to play and it has a relaxed atmosphere.
12 locals recommend
Blind Piper
In the centre of the village of Caherdaniel, the Blind Piper offers lunch and dinner, there is an area for the kids to play and it has a relaxed atmosphere.
Wave Crest Caravan Park
Derrynane Hotel Holiday Homes
Derrynane House
Sneem is a tourist, typical Irish town. During the summer many bus loads stop here. It has pubs, cafes, restaurants and shops and a great view of the mountains and river
21 locals recommend
Sneem
Sneem is a tourist, typical Irish town. During the summer many bus loads stop here. It has pubs, cafes, restaurants and shops and a great view of the mountains and river
Parks & Nature
The best parts of Derrynane
Derrynane Beach
One of the best beaches in the world !
Derrynane Abbey
Carrauntoohill is the highest mountain in Ireland. On a good day it is worth the trek with fantastic views from the top
55 locals recommend
Carrantoohil
Carrauntoohill is the highest mountain in Ireland. On a good day it is worth the trek with fantastic views from the top
Sightseeing
If you want to see the best vantage point of Derrynane with all it's inlets and beaches head to the Scarriff Inn for the best view in Ireland, you need a clear day though !
Scarriff Inn
If you want to see the best vantage point of Derrynane with all it's inlets and beaches head to the Scarriff Inn for the best view in Ireland, you need a clear day though !
Waterville
This house is a museum dedicated to Daniel O'Connell, the gardens are worth a visit with a fairy trail a must for the smallies
43 locals recommend
Derrynane House
This house is a museum dedicated to Daniel O'Connell, the gardens are worth a visit with a fairy trail a must for the smallies
Essentials
Closest shop to the house. Open until 9pm Mon-Sat during the Summer time, Sunday closes at 6pm. Essentials can be bought here
O'Leary's Filling Station
Closest shop to the house. Open until 9pm Mon-Sat during the Summer time, Sunday closes at 6pm. Essentials can be bought here
A place Charlie Chaplin liked to visit, it has 2 golf courses, a small supermarket and a coastal walk
32 locals recommend
Waterville
A place Charlie Chaplin liked to visit, it has 2 golf courses, a small supermarket and a coastal walk
There are some small grocery shops in Sneem, where you can buy essentials from.
21 locals recommend
Sneem
There are some small grocery shops in Sneem, where you can buy essentials from.
Traveler advice
Getting around
You need your own car or if you enjoy cycling it works
From our house it is 5 minutes drive to the nearest beach. public transport is not regular so getting around can be difficult.
Ways to save
There are many things to do that are free
Walks, swims, fairy trails. The Kerry Way is a famous walking route and there are many paths to follow in the area
What to pack
Rain gear, towels, togs
It often rains in this part of the world so be prepared. Walking boots are a must and good rain gear. A hot summer's day in Ireland is 22 degrees so bring your layers
Book before you go
The Skelligs
A must see but booked out months/years in advance. not suitable with small children
Useful phrases
Fir and Mna
In some places the toilets are named Fir and Mna, Fir is Men and Mna is Women ! Grand is another word you will hear a lot. If you want to learn an Irish word use Slawn (means goodbye)
Customs and culture
Relaxed
Things are pretty relaxed in Ireland, always say hello and please and thank yous go down well. Using mobile phones in company can be frowned upon by some. Remember to drive on the left side of the road. Tipping is not always done but if you get good service usually leave a 10% tip but not necessary either !
Don't miss
Friday Market
During the summer there is a Farmers market on Friday 10-12 in the village of Caherdaniel