See and Do

With a global reputation for jaw-dropping scenery from the Kerry Cliffs to the Slea Head Drive, rich heritage, and the friendliest hospitality that comes natural to Kerry people, we are ready to give you the Céad Míle Fáilte - a hundred thousand welcomes. Whether you're an outdoor adventurer, a history lover, a foodie, or someone simply looking to unwind, spend quality time here solo or with friends and family, Kerry will feel like home and offer you plenty of things to do.

Great Outdoors & Darkest Skies

Kerry promises a lot - great scenic routes, beaches, coastline and numerous islands to explore as well as the highest and most westerly and mountainous walks and hikes of Ireland. All are welcome to Kerry's green lands of Parks and Nature that will take you on a journey through the atmospheric waterfalls of Gleninchaquin, to the country's first marine national park and to the Gold Tier Kerry International Dark Sky Reserve where noctourism / astrotourism is having a moment as we look up to the stars in wonder. 

A Conservation Mindset

Conservation is at the heart of much of the work of national organisations and local groups based in Kerry from National Parks & Wildlife Services in Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara and Killarney National Park or the Office of Public Works at Derrynane House & Gardens or Carrigafoyle Castle. Local conservation volunteers in the Maharees Archipelago or in each of the Tidy Towns groups work tirelessly to not only sustainably conserve the environment and habitat for wildlife and nature, but seek ways to regenerate through visitor engagement and committing to environmental stewardship.

Family Friendly 

Kerry is known for an amazing range of unique activities for kids and is a truly family friendly county - from Muckross Traditional Farms to Gleninchaquin Park or the many Greenway routes open, no two days are the same for families on a visit to this magical place. All generations can enjoy a wonderful time here whether you're visiting during a festival, on school holidays or on a rainy day - hey we've even got that covered with our fun guide on what to do when the weather is not wonderful!

Adventurer's Paradise

Kerry doesn’t disappoint for the more adventurous from those with sporting ambitions or for those who like a major challenge. Try your hand at surfing on Inch Beach, kayaking on Caragh Lake, or cycling along the Greenways that wind through our countryside and coastline. Feel the freedom of Kerry on horseback on Rossbeigh. Tee off from one of our iconic links golf courses - amongst the highest rates golf courses in the world.

A Creative & Flourishing Region

Our Irish language and cultural regions - Gaeltacht areas - celebrate a thriving Irish traditional culture, and bring our Heritage and Culture to life in an authentic and lived way that everybody is invited to witness. The long-lasting impact of figures from Kerry's history such as Daniel O'Connell continue to be felt here and internationally, along with the musical legacy that have been handed down from generation to generation as with the Sliabh Luachra tradition. 

The creativity and talent of our contemporary culture has led to art, craft, design, food and beverage products and experiences that we present through our Made in Kerry platform for all to enjoy. Whether you take a piece of Lorge Chocolatier or woodcraft by David Condon with you after your visit, or delve into a Distillery or Brewery tour and sample a tasting menu, you will meet individuals with passion and ambition about growing, creating and producing the finest products made in this glorious region.