Beechwood area guidebook
Popular with tourists
Muckross house , Killarney is historic with amazing views. It has a tea rooms and parking. You can also rent a horse and carriage through the park to here. Nearby is Torc waterfall which is great for a short walk with views over the lakes
53 locals recommend
Muckross House & Gardens
Muckross house , Killarney is historic with amazing views. It has a tea rooms and parking. You can also rent a horse and carriage through the park to here. Nearby is Torc waterfall which is great for a short walk with views over the lakes
Ross castle is in the shores of the Killarney park lakes , close to the town.
124 locals recommend
Ross Castle
Ross RoadRoss castle is in the shores of the Killarney park lakes , close to the town.
Beechwood is within easy driving distance of Killarney which is world famous for excellence as a tourist destination. Breathtaking views, an abundance of restaurants, bars, spas, outdoor facilities and plenty of offerings for tourists.
111 locals recommend
Killarney
Beechwood is within easy driving distance of Killarney which is world famous for excellence as a tourist destination. Breathtaking views, an abundance of restaurants, bars, spas, outdoor facilities and plenty of offerings for tourists.
Famous cathedral in Killarney located opposite the park tearooms and playground
23 locals recommend
St. Mary's Cathedral
New StreetFamous cathedral in Killarney located opposite the park tearooms and playground
INEC Killarney
Muckross RoadNational events centre in Killarney
Ballyseede Castle Hotel
Popular hotel near Castleisland and Tralee
Indoor play area, cafe and separate Cave in Castleisland. A few minutes drive from Beechwood. The play area is very popular for children’s parties or as an indoor play area on a rainy day. The cave is well worth visiting as part of guided tour. Lovely cafe and gift shop too.
39 locals recommend
Crag Cave
Indoor play area, cafe and separate Cave in Castleisland. A few minutes drive from Beechwood. The play area is very popular for children’s parties or as an indoor play area on a rainy day. The cave is well worth visiting as part of guided tour. Lovely cafe and gift shop too.
Glanageenty forest trails near is a short drive away in between Castleisland and Tralee. It includes 3 loops in a wooded Glen. Facilities include car park, picnic area and signposted walkways.
13 locals recommend
Glanageenty Forest Recreation Area
Glanageenty forest trails near is a short drive away in between Castleisland and Tralee. It includes 3 loops in a wooded Glen. Facilities include car park, picnic area and signposted walkways.
Kells Bay House & Gardens
Very near Rossbeigh beach
Award winning local whiskey, Gin and Vodka distillery- book a tour to learn how it’s made and sample the products!
22 locals recommend
Dingle Distillery
Award winning local whiskey, Gin and Vodka distillery- book a tour to learn how it’s made and sample the products!
This is really popular with families when touring the Dingle peninsula.
64 locals recommend
Dingle Oceanworld
The WoodThis is really popular with families when touring the Dingle peninsula.
Aqua Dome
Tralee aquatic centre
A lovely place to take a walk and very close to Rossbeigh beach , Glenbeigh village and Kells bay gardens. About 20 mins drive past Killorglin
6 locals recommend
Glenbeigh Fairy Forest
A lovely place to take a walk and very close to Rossbeigh beach , Glenbeigh village and Kells bay gardens. About 20 mins drive past Killorglin
Kerry Bog Village Museum
Near Glenbeigh and Rossbeigh beach
Great for a day trip including the Dingle peninsula, Inch beach, Dingle distillery epic scenery of beaches, cliffs and mountains. Book a boat trip to get close.
96 locals recommend
Great Skellig
Great for a day trip including the Dingle peninsula, Inch beach, Dingle distillery epic scenery of beaches, cliffs and mountains. Book a boat trip to get close.
Puck Fair Monument
Puck fair Killorglin held every August
Beaches
On the Dingle peninsula, a windy beach popular for surfing and long walks. It is approximately 30 min drive from Beechwood and a great place to stop when exploring the Dingle peninsula (An Daingean).
118 locals recommend
Inch Beach
On the Dingle peninsula, a windy beach popular for surfing and long walks. It is approximately 30 min drive from Beechwood and a great place to stop when exploring the Dingle peninsula (An Daingean).
Banna Strand
Popular beach near Tralee
Rossbeigh is a fantastic long strand, popular with swimmers and walkers. It has a large area of sand dunes , a playground and fantastic views across to Inch beach on the Dingle peninsula. Known by many as the location of a swim between both beaches ‘Trasna and Dtonna’ Ther is an annual horse race on the beach- check website for dates and planning
63 locals recommend
Rossbeigh Strand
Rossbeigh is a fantastic long strand, popular with swimmers and walkers. It has a large area of sand dunes , a playground and fantastic views across to Inch beach on the Dingle peninsula. Known by many as the location of a swim between both beaches ‘Trasna and Dtonna’ Ther is an annual horse race on the beach- check website for dates and planning
Ballybunion Beach, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Sightseeing
Killarney National Park covers a wide area from Killarney towards a Kenmare and Killorglin. It incorporates the 3 lakes and much wildlife including Deer.
99 locals recommend
Killarney National Park
Killarney National Park covers a wide area from Killarney towards a Kenmare and Killorglin. It incorporates the 3 lakes and much wildlife including Deer.
Torc Waterfall
Great for a scenic short walk. Near Muckross house and Gardens
Ladies View
Scenic drive out the Muckross road
Kerry is a great place for star watching by night and sightseeing by day
7 locals recommend
Kerry Dark Sky Tourism
Kerry is a great place for star watching by night and sightseeing by day
Gap Of Dunloe Tours
Off the Killarney Killorglin road- very scenic. Roads are very narrow!
Food scene
Fantastic coffe , Castleisland deli and butcher that will cater your BBQ
CastleMeats Butchers, Deli and Outside Catering Ltd
32 Main StreetFantastic coffe , Castleisland deli and butcher that will cater your BBQ
Country Market
47 Main StCastleisland Main Street
Killarney brewing and distillery company. Located on the Killorglin -
Killarney road near Killarney golf and fishing club and Fossa village. New building with restaurant and bar.
KDL
Killarney brewing and distillery company. Located on the Killorglin -
Killarney road near Killarney golf and fishing club and Fossa village. New building with restaurant and bar.
The Forge Coffee & Market Store
John M Reidy
4 Main StPopular bar in Killarney, plenty others to choose from too!
Neighbourhoods
Dromultan
Farmland and cattle
Ballyseedy Woods
Near Ballyseedy castle and Tralee Quiet woodland
Ring of Kerry, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Outdoor sports
World famous Golf clubs, fishing and Falconry
Tralee Golf Club
Ballybunion Golf Club
Sandhill Road
Dooks Golf Club
Falconry Kerry (in Killarney)
Experience Falconry on a farm
Fishing and shooting
Killarney Fishing Guides in Killarney Ireland
Irish shooting sports
Clay pigeon shooting range