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Life in Kerry

Being part of Kerry is a special thing. It connects you to diverse and creative communities with rich histories and bright futures. Short commutes mean more time in the day for the things you enjoy. Sports and leisure, adventure and innovation, arts and heritage, fresh air and space to breathe – Kerry offers all of it with a warm welcome and open invitation to become part of the story. 

Belong Here

Welcome to a place where culture, adventure, creativity and innovation meet in a stunning setting, creating a vibrant lifestyle for everyone.

 “… in belonging to Kerry, you belong to the elements.  You belong to the spheres spinning in the heavens”.  (Kerry playwright, John B Keane)

Explore what it is like to live like a local in Kerry.

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Stories from Kerry

Sustainability
Kerry Rises to #12 on Global Destination Sustainability Index

Retaining #1 Irish Spot For the seventh consecutive year, Kerry has secured a place in the Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index) Top 20, moving up from #19 to #12 out of 81 international destinations benchmarked. This achievement reaffirms Kerry’s position as the #1 Irish destination…

Sustainability
Marking SDG Week - Kerry Leads the Way

Kerry Leads the Way in Sustainability this SDG Week Every September, SDG Week shines a spotlight on the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — a global framework to tackle the world’s biggest challenges, from climate change and biodiversity loss to health, equality, and cultural…

Things To Do
Culture Night Kerry 2025 – A Celebration of Arts, Creativity & Community

On Friday, September 19th, Kerry will once again join the nationwide celebration of Culture Night, with over 60 free events lighting up towns and villages across the county. From exhibitions and performances to music, film, workshops, and street spectacles, there will be something to inspire…

Outdoors
Autism-Friendly Killarney: Your Guide to a Sensory-Friendly Day Out in Kerry

Killarney has always been a place where the mountains meet the lakes — and where people greet you with a smile. Proudly recognised by AsIAm as an Autism-Friendly Town, Killarney now welcomes visitors of all abilities to enjoy its magic at their own pace. Here, it’s about savouring the simple joys…