Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Ireland  /  Province of Munster  /  County Kerry  /  Killarney  /  Muckross House

Muckross House, Killarney

4.6
#1 of 92 in Historic Sites in County Kerry
Garden · Historic Site
Located within the country's oldest national park, Muckross House counts among Europe's foremost Victorian estates. Built in 1843 for artist Henry Arthur Herbert and his wife, the 65-room mansion still contains most of its original furnishings, offering insight into the lifestyle of Victorian nobility. The surrounding gardens, developed in 1861 in anticipation of a visit by Queen Victoria, now contain a modern self-service restaurant and fully restored Victorian glasshouses. Be sure to ask your guide to show you the nearby traditional farms, offering a peek at rural life of the 1930s before electricity swept the countryside. Check the website for operating hours and upcoming special events. Make Muckross House part of your personalized Killarney itinerary using our Killarney driving holiday app.
Create an itinerary including Muckross House
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

Tours to Muckross House

FROM $12 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hop On/Off Shuttle Visit National Park,Torc Waterfall,Muckross House,Ladies View
4.3
Duration: 3 hours
Tours from $12 »
FROM $272 BOOK WITH VIATOR Killarney Valley & National Park Tour
5.0
Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Tours from $272 »
FROM $507 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Killarney National Park Tour with an accredited chauffeur/guide
Duration: 8 hours
Tours from $507 »

Muckross House reviews

Rate this attraction
TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
4,970 reviews
Google
4.6
TripAdvisor
  • By AlexSNZ20
    If you're a history fan, then this is THE PLACE to be. Ireland is full of historical sights, but this one is amongst my personal favorites. Hope it reopens soon (with the COVID gone)  more »
  • By 515lyndacollins
    I loved the gardens. Such beautiful flowers and nature all around. Was able to have a coffee and sit outside.  more »
See more on TripAdvisor »
Google
  • By Alba P
    Very beautiful. The gardens are really taken care of. The flowers are colorful and beautiful during summer. The place and its surroundings is truly quiet and surrounded by nature. Perfect for families with kids and people of all ages. I didn’t take the guided tour because it seemed to me a bit overpriced...
  • By Rebecca Owens
    Beautiful place to visit. Could advertise their discount days better as more people would visit. We almost didn't visit one day and then found out it was like half the price when we spoke to the man in the kiosk.
See more on Google »

Plan your trip to Killarney

  • Get a personalized trip
    A complete day by day itinerary
    based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Book it
    Choose from the best hotels
    and activities. Up to 50% off
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place.
    Everyone on the same page.

Popular things to do in Killarney

Killarney National Park ©
National Park
Killarney National Park
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
Gap of Dunloe ©
Valley
Gap of Dunloe
4.6
Duration: 3 hours
Torc Waterfall ©
Waterfall
Torc Waterfall
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Ross Castle ©
Castle
Ross Castle
4.4
Duration: 1 hour

Side trips from Killarney

Slea Head Drive ©
Scenic Drive
Slea Head Drive
Dingle Peninsula
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park ©
Castle
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
Bunratty
4.4
Duration: 3h 30 min
Blarney Castle & Gardens ©
Castle
Blarney Castle & Gardens
Blarney
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Skellig Michael ©
Island
Skellig Michael
County Kerry
4.8
Duration: 8 hours

Hidden gems in Killarney

©
Climbing Tour
Climbing Tours
4.9
Duration: 3 hours
Irish Whiskey Experience ©
Distillery
Irish Whiskey Experience
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Killarney Falconry ©
Wildlife Area
Killarney Falconry
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Carrantoohil ©
Mountain
Carrantoohil
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Killarney

Muckross Abbey ©
Religious Site
Muckross Abbey
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Killarney House ©
Historic Site
Killarney House
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Old Boathouse Trail ©
Historic Walking Area
Old Boathouse Trail
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
St. Mary's Church of Ireland ©
Religious Site
St. Mary's Church of Ireland
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes

Nature in Killarney

Innisfallen Island ©
Island
Innisfallen Island
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
Lough Leane ©
Water Body
Lough Leane
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Devil's Punch Bowl ©
Water Body
Devil's Punch Bowl
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Black Valley ©
Valley
Black Valley
4.8
Duration: 2 hours

Nearby attractions in Killarney

Ladies' View ©
Landmark
Ladies' View
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
KerryClimbing ©
Climbing Tour
KerryClimbing
4.8
Duration: 6 hours
Killarney Tour & Taxi Service ©
Taxi / Shuttle
Killarney Tour & Taxi Service
4.9
Duration: 6 hours
Mor Active Tours ©
Climbing Tour
Mor Active Tours
4.8
Duration: 3 hours

Featured attractions

Courtney's Bar ©
Nightlife
Courtney's Bar
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
Muckross House ©
Garden
Muckross House
4.6
Duration: 3 hours
Dingle Peninsula ©
Scenic Drive
Dingle Peninsula
County Kerry
4.9
Duration: 3 hours
©
Dolphin / Whale Watching
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Dingle
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min

Don't Miss a Thing. See & Do More.

Trips to Muckross House by other users

9 days in Ireland BY A USER FROM IRELAND Dublin Kilkenny Killarney 7 days in Cork BY A USER FROM IRELAND Cork City Gaol Jameson Distillery Midleton Titanic Experience Cobh 16 days in Ireland BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES Kilkenny Killarney Dingle 60 days in Europe BY A USER FROM ALBANIA Fira Mykonos Town Lindos 44 days in Ireland & Greece BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES Galway Kilrush Dingle 6 days in Killarney BY A USER FROM IRELAND Killarney