60 days in County Kerry Itinerary

Continuously inhabited since the Neolithic period, Killarney draws visitors with its picturesque natural scenery, fine restaurants, and traditional pubs.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Muckross Abbey and Kerry Cliffs. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Muckross House and Innisfallen Island. Explore Killarney's surroundings by going to Ballybunion (The Nuns Beach, Ladies Beach, &more), Tralee (Tralee Town Park, Kerry County Museum, &more) and Kenmare (Gleninchaquin Park, Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm, &more). Spend the 25th (Fri) exploring nature at Killarney National Park. There's lots more to do: stroll through Torc Mountain Walk, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, trot along with a tour on horseback, and sample the fine beverages at Irish Whiskey Experience.

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Dublin to Killarney is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or fly. In September in Killarney, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to drive to Waterville.

County Kerry's picture-perfect holiday resort of Waterville is a weekend getaway once favored by Charlie Chaplin's family.

Get outdoors at Skellig Michael and Ring of Kerry. Visit Derrynane Beach and St Finian's Bay for some beach relaxation. Get out of town with these interesting Waterville side-trips: Coomasaharn Scribed Stones (in Glenbeigh), Staigue Fort (in Castlecove) and Sneem (Charles de Gaulle Memorial, The Way the Fairies Went, &more). There's much more to do: tee off at Waterville Golf Links, contemplate the long history of Leacanabuaile Fort, tour the pleasant surroundings at Ballinskelligs Beach, and see the interesting displays at The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition.

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You can drive from Killarney to Waterville in 1.5 hours. In October in Waterville, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to travel to Valentia Island.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Valentia Heritage Centre and The Old Barracks Heritage & Events Centre. Visit Cahergall Fort and Valentia Lighthouse for their historical value.

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Valentia Island is very close to Waterville. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in October, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can travel to Dingle.

Located on Ireland's western coastline, Dingle sits between scenic mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Harry Clarke Stained Glass Windows and Celtic and Prehistoric Museum. Head to Dingle Crystal and The Carol Cronin Galleryfor plenty of shopping. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Dingle: Castlegregory Golf Links (in Castlegregory) and Blasket Islands Eco Marine Tours (in Ventry). Spend the 7th (Sat) exploring the striking scenery along Slea Head Drive. On the 14th (Sat), hike the day away at The Dingle Way. There's much more to do: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Dingle Distillery, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kilmalkedar Church, and explore the historical opulence of Minard Castle.

Plan my trip to Dingle with suggested itineraries provided by Inspirock.

Traveling by journey from Valentia Island to Dingle takes 2 hours. In November, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) to allow time to drive back home.