Tralee

Kerry’s vibrant, celebrated capital town of Tralee is rich with more than, 800 years of living history as a historic port town for pilgrims on their way to the Camino de Santiago and a major gateway for adventurers heading out on the Wild Atlantic Way for tours, surfing, walking, swimming and eco-tourism. 

Irish culture, song and dance is alive and vibrant in Tralee, with Siamsa Tire home to the National Folk Theatre of Ireland and an arts centre, both of which stage shows, exhibitions and immersive visitor experiences celebrating Ireland's living culture and traditional heritage. The Rose of Tralee International Festival which takes place every August, fills the town with returning diaspora celebrating Irish culture with a festival parade, family-friendly events and a televised show, where the new Rose of Tralee is chosen each year. 

With an extensive range of excellent spa hotels and guesthouses, a crisp, luxurious bed is always guaranteed. Visit our Where to Stay section for all the accommodation options around Tralee. Why not bring your camper van or caravan, or embrace the rugged outdoors with a camping trip? There are fully serviced campsites dotted around Tralee Bay, perfect for waking up to stunning views of Blue Flag beaches like Banna, Castlegregory, Ballyheigue and Derrymore.

Tralee is basecamp for the incredible Kerry Camino, stretching the length of the Dingle Way from Tralee to Dingle. There are also gorgeous woodland walks, including Ballyseedy and Glanageenty Woods, which covers an area either side of a steep, scenic valley divided by the Glangeenty river. Nestled among its forest and wildlife are welcoming seating areas, good for catching breath and enjoying picnics. 

The renowned Tralee Golf Club in Barrow is one for every golfer's bucket list so be sure to play a round when visiting!
Tralee is the perfect location for families with activities galore, from the Kerry County Museum with its interactive Medieval Experience to Blennerville Windmill, Ireland’s largest working, flour-grinding windmill. While you're there, experience the added attraction of a fully functioning model railway and an exhibition about the history of emigration from Tralee, including passenger lists and historical records about the Jeanie Johnston.

Kids of all ages will love the 9km Tralee to Fenit Greenway, the only greenway in Ireland that can boast a blue flag beach at its end! For even more fun in the water, nowhere matches the excitement of the Aquadome, Tralee’s indoor water-leisure facility that boasts a tropical climate, fountains, lazy river and a roaring slide. If your family is brave enough for the Wild Atlantic Way, Tralee is located close to some of Kerry's most adventurous water sports. Bowling Buddies and The Playdium provide indoor adventure areas offering lots of fun and excitement.

Just a short distance from Tralee town lies Crag Cave, an ancient fossil cave in Castleisland thought to be over 1 million years old. There's plenty to see and do at Crag Cave, with a lovely cafe, gift shop and extensive indoor play arena for kids.