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Killarney [1] is one of Ireland's leading tourist destinations because of the abundant scenery nearby in Killarney National Park. It is also situated on the Ring of Kerry scenic drive.

[edit] Understand

Killarney town itself is probaby the main tourist centre outside of Dublin. There is probably a hotel bed for every inhabitant. However the scenery begins right on its doorstep. You can see Ireland's highest mountains from the town (weather permitting) and walk straight into beautiful parkland from the town streets. The weather needs to be mentioned. Ireland is rainy and Killarney — in the southwest — is one of the wetter parts of of the country. It is located on the Ring of Kerry, a circuit of various towns and villages in Kerry, which showcases some of the finest scenery in Ireland.

[edit] Get in

[edit] By plane

There is a small international Airport at Farranfore 10 lm to the north. There are regular flights from London, Frankfurt and Dublin.

[edit] By train

Killarney is on the Dublin-Tralee railway. It is about 3 and a half hours from Dublin. The train station is only a few hundred metres from the centre of town.

[edit] By car

Killarney is situated approximately two hours from Shannon Airport, one and a half hours drive from Cork Airport and 4 and half hours drive from Dublin Airport. It is possible to rent a car from anyone of these places or to drive directly to Ireland via Ferry from the United Kingdom or Europe.

[edit] By bus

The bus station is located next to the train station.

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[edit] By bicycle

Cycling is an ideal way to see the Killarney National Park. There are paved bicycle paths in Muckross, Knockreer and Ross Island.

If you do not have a bicycle, there are several places in Killarney where you can rent them.

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Huge flocks of Rooks appear on the town's rooftops at sunset, reminiscent of Hitchcock's "The Birds." In summer, they concentrate down near the cathedral. The Rook population is estimated at 10,000 - more than the number of people living in Killarney! The town's a bit heavy on the tourist pub scene, but pleasant.

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Venture out to the countryside.

Visit Muckross House and Estates.

Visit Ross Road and Killarney National Park, which is very near to town — approximately 1 mile.

Take a boat trip on the Lakes of Killarney. Boats leave Ross Castle regularly during the summer.

Watch a game of Gaelic football, Ireland's national game. Kerry has won more All-Ireland Football Championship titles than any other team. Killarney has a rich footballing tradition and Kerry inter-county matches are often played at Fitzgerald Stadium in the town.

Climb Carrantouhill, Ireland's highest mountain which is 1,041m (3,414 ft) high. Killarney serves as a good base for this.

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[edit] Work

Killarney always has lots of jobs available in the hospitality industry, especially during the summer months. The free local newspaper The Killarney Advertiser has several pages of job vacancies.

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• 'The Laurels' The Laurels enjoys a great reputation for its food. Expect to find the best traditional fare around prepared not with just a little flair entirely from local ingredients. Bantry Bay mussels come in a tureen of white wine, garlic and fresh cream with home-made soda bread; Irish stew with crusty home-baked rolls; and traditional potato-cakes filled with chicken and smoked bacon on a mushroom sauce. As well as dining in the pub, the adjoining restaurant seats 65 people between two rooms for more leisurely dining. Main Street, Killarney. Phone: +353 (0)64 31149. Fax: +353 (0)64 34389. Email: info@thelaurelspub.com Web: http://www.thelaurelspub.com

• CRONIN's This small cafe has a friendly, unpretentious setting and gives a particularly hearty welcome to families. There are a good variety of hot and cold options, with something to suit everyone. Salads, soups, sandwiches, and hot entrees are available throughout the day and evening, all for very economical prices. Specials offer daily diversity to the menu. A special child's menu has a number of pleasing standards with generous helpings of chips. Enthusiastic and fast service makes eating at Cronin's a pleasure.

• Scéal Éile A nice restaurant and café on Main Street. Try to get a window seat if you're dining on the second-floor restaurant. On a sunny day, the window boxes compliment the view as the bustling life goes by. The menu is varied and quite nice, as are the staff.

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There is a wide variety of pubs in Killarney.

• The Laurels. Log Fires, tiled floors, beamed ceilings and a warm welcome combine to bestow that elusive ambiance that is characteristic the Irish Pub. Main Street, Killarney. Phone: +353 (0)64 31149. Fax: +353 (0)64 34389. Email: info@thelaurelspub.com Web: http://www.thelaurelspub.com edit

• Jimmy Brien's.  edit

• Buckley's Bar.  edit

• The Curraglass Inn.  edit

• Kate Kearney's Cottage.  edit

[edit][add listing] Sleep

Killarney has a huge variety of accommodation available for visitors, from top of the range luxury 5 star hotels to comfortable B&B's and hostel accommodation. There's something to suite every budget.

• The Malton (formerly The Great Southern Hotel), Town Centre, Killarney, ☎ +353 (0)64 38000, [2]. This opulent 4 Star Hotel is located conveniently in the Town Centre and yet has the luxury of a wonderfully landscaped 6 Acre garden. edit

• Killarney Golf Club, [3].  edit

• Hotel Europe, ☎ +353 64 71300 (sales@kih.liebherr.com, fax: +353 64 32118), [4]. On a 30-acre property on the shores of Loch Lein. Golf course, conference center, gourmet restaurant. €500 (double occupancy).  edit

• Dunloe Castle, ☎ +353 64 44111 (sales@kih.liebherr.com, fax: +353 64 44583), [5]. €500 (double occupancy).  edit

• Hotel Ard na Sidhe, ☎ +353 64 71350 (sales@kih.liebherr.com, fax: +353 66 9769282), [6].  edit

• Killarney Park Hotel, [7].  edit

• Killarney Royal Hotel, [8].  edit

• Sunny Banks B&B, ☎ (064) 34109. Just across from the Bus station. A nice, clean, and friendly place with en suite bathrooms and TV. edit

• Hillcrest Farmhouse, ☎ (064) 34702. Located in the beautiful Black Valley near the Gap of Dunloe. edit

Friars Glen Country House ([[9]]) is built in a traditional style and offers a haven of peace and tranquility. This charming house is set in 28 acres of wood and pastureland and is located in the heart of Killarney National Park.

[edit] Stay safe

Killarney is safe. Keep your radar up just as you would in any other urban area, even a little less. In case of trouble call the local police (known as the 'Garda') 064-31222.

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[edit] Get out

Ring of Kerry

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