Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Killarney sits right on the edge of Killarney National Park, a small but exquisitely beautiful
space of winding trails and waterfalls, roughly 8 miles from end to end. There are several
world-class day hikes within the park, as well as lots of trails for cycling. At the edge of
the park is
Ross Castle
, an especially scenic ruin that affords spectacular views of the town
and the park beyond.
Killarney National Park
(photo credit: Eire Sarah via Creative Commons)
Local Sports
Fitzgerald Stadium
is home to several of the teams representing County Kerry in the inter-
county Irish leagues. The stadium is fairly intimate, so it's a great way to see local sports
heroes battle with visitors from the neighboring counties. If Kerry is going up against Cork
in a Gaelic Football match, it will seem like the whole county has congregated in Fitzgerald
stadium - this is one of the most storied sports rivalries in Munster.
Innisfallen and Lough Leane
Lough Leane is a huge, tranquil lake that takes up much of the National Park. Guided boat
trips leave regularly from
Ross Castle
to take in the sights of the lake, especially the mys-
terious island of Innisfree, whose scenic shoreline and ruined monastery have inspired gen-
erations of poets and travelers. If you're more interested in traveling independently, you
can always rent a canoe or kayak in town and paddle out to the island yourself.
