Susan's Guidebook
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Kenmare is located at the head of beautiful Kenmare Bay and is nestled amongst the surrounding mountains which are a striking feature of the local landscape. The town is ideally situated on two famous trails - The Ring of Kerry and The Ring of Beara. Kenmare’s location makes it a perfectly positioned base from which to experience everything the South West of Ireland has to offer. Whether it’s walking, fishing, golfing, cruising on the bay or just “chilling” - Kenmare will not disappoint.
74 locals recommend
Kenmare
Kenmare is located at the head of beautiful Kenmare Bay and is nestled amongst the surrounding mountains which are a striking feature of the local landscape. The town is ideally situated on two famous trails - The Ring of Kerry and The Ring of Beara. Kenmare’s location makes it a perfectly positioned base from which to experience everything the South West of Ireland has to offer. Whether it’s walking, fishing, golfing, cruising on the bay or just “chilling” - Kenmare will not disappoint.
Killarney is approximately 42km from Kenmare and is full of history, heritage, activities and beautiful scenery. Muckross House & Gardens offers amazing woods to explore. Torc Waterfall should not be missed. Killarney National Park has great walking routes, fishing near Ross Castle and trips out on the Lakes of Killarney.
34 locals recommend
Killarney
Killarney is approximately 42km from Kenmare and is full of history, heritage, activities and beautiful scenery. Muckross House & Gardens offers amazing woods to explore. Torc Waterfall should not be missed. Killarney National Park has great walking routes, fishing near Ross Castle and trips out on the Lakes of Killarney.
The Beara Peninsula straddles the border of Cork & Kerry. The peninsula stretches for a distance of 48km from Glengarriff to Dursey Island and back to Kenmare. It boasts and unspoilt and magnificent landscape and it is undoubtedly the most scenic route in Ireland along The Wild Atlantic Way.
38 locals recommend
Beara Peninsula
The Beara Peninsula straddles the border of Cork & Kerry. The peninsula stretches for a distance of 48km from Glengarriff to Dursey Island and back to Kenmare. It boasts and unspoilt and magnificent landscape and it is undoubtedly the most scenic route in Ireland along The Wild Atlantic Way.
Activities in Kenmare
Dromquinna Stables
Star Outdoors Adventure Centre
Fishing 🎣 in the area
Gleninchaquin Park
The stables provide beautiful sea & mountain rides. Children can avail of shorter rides around the farm and to the sea. Horses & ponies are very gentle and well schooled.
To book a trek, phone: 064-6641043
11 locals recommend
Dromquinna STABLES
The stables provide beautiful sea & mountain rides. Children can avail of shorter rides around the farm and to the sea. Horses & ponies are very gentle and well schooled.
To book a trek, phone: 064-6641043
Water and land based activities.
Star of Kenmare cruise trips
Great views from the restaurant balcony.
Phone: 064-6641222
Phone: 064-6641222
27 locals recommend
Star Outdoors Adventure Centre
Water and land based activities.
Star of Kenmare cruise trips
Great views from the restaurant balcony.
Phone: 064-6641222
Phone: 064-6641222
This valley makes for a great day out for the experienced walker. The walks around the waterfall, streams, woodlands are accessible for all ages. Why not bring a picnic and sit at one of the many picnic tables in the park. There is an admission fee.
43 locals recommend
Gleninchaquin Park
This valley makes for a great day out for the experienced walker. The walks around the waterfall, streams, woodlands are accessible for all ages. Why not bring a picnic and sit at one of the many picnic tables in the park. There is an admission fee.
Lough Barfinnihy
Rainbow Trout Managed Lake
Sightseeing
60 acre 19th century garden features woods, subtropical plants, paths and tiny houses. Also features a wonderful little coffee shop.
35 locals recommend
Derreen Gardens
60 acre 19th century garden features woods, subtropical plants, paths and tiny houses. Also features a wonderful little coffee shop.
Hear the story of Antarctic Explorer Tom Crean. Find out how they brew their beer and maybe even sample some!
Tom Crean Brewery Kenmare
Main Street Main StreetHear the story of Antarctic Explorer Tom Crean. Find out how they brew their beer and maybe even sample some!
This 200 year old cottage and traditional working farm is a family run visitor centre. On your visit you will see the ghostly ruins of a dwelling dating back to the era is the Great Famine and a Neolithic Stone Row that forms last of an ancient sun calendar.
15 locals recommend
Molly Gallivans Visitor Centre
This 200 year old cottage and traditional working farm is a family run visitor centre. On your visit you will see the ghostly ruins of a dwelling dating back to the era is the Great Famine and a Neolithic Stone Row that forms last of an ancient sun calendar.
Lovely day trip from Kenmare to Glengarriff. Lunch in Glengarriff and then take a boat to Garnish Island
74 locals recommend
Garinish Island
Lovely day trip from Kenmare to Glengarriff. Lunch in Glengarriff and then take a boat to Garnish Island
Food scene
Gastro Pub/Bistro style. Very relaxing atmosphere serving a varied and delicious menu. Very friendly, welcoming and competent staff.
19 locals recommend
Davitt's Kenmare
Henry StreetGastro Pub/Bistro style. Very relaxing atmosphere serving a varied and delicious menu. Very friendly, welcoming and competent staff.
Kenmare Ice Cream Parlour is a must when visiting Kenmare offering a wide selection of home made ice cream.
9 locals recommend
Kenmare Ice Cream
Henry StreetKenmare Ice Cream Parlour is a must when visiting Kenmare offering a wide selection of home made ice cream.
Excellent quality ingredients locally sourced and prepared with passion by Head Chef Mike Casey. Service is friendly and efficient.
13 locals recommend
Lime Tree Restaurant
3A Shelbourne StExcellent quality ingredients locally sourced and prepared with passion by Head Chef Mike Casey. Service is friendly and efficient.
The Boathouse Wine Bar & Bistro is located on the waterfront in a boathouse dating from the 1800s. they serve amazing dishes all day in the bistro or on the spacious terrace.
9 locals recommend
The Boathouse Bistro
The Boathouse Wine Bar & Bistro is located on the waterfront in a boathouse dating from the 1800s. they serve amazing dishes all day in the bistro or on the spacious terrace.
Food is excellent, very friendly staff and amazing views from the lovely terrace area.
Phone No: 064-6642684
8 locals recommend
Sailor Bar, Kenmare
Food is excellent, very friendly staff and amazing views from the lovely terrace area.
Phone No: 064-6642684
Casual atmosphere. Great food, cooked superbly and presented by friendly staff. Great Cocktails. Suitable for groups.
Phone No: 064-6642383
23 locals recommend
Mulcahys
Main StreetCasual atmosphere. Great food, cooked superbly and presented by friendly staff. Great Cocktails. Suitable for groups.
Phone No: 064-6642383
From Poffs... "Here at Poff's food is our passion. We use only the finest & freshest ingredients to create great food"
The pancakes are to die for...
6 locals recommend
Poffs
New RoadFrom Poffs... "Here at Poff's food is our passion. We use only the finest & freshest ingredients to create great food"
The pancakes are to die for...