Top Killarney Historical Tours

Get a fuller experience of Killarney than would be possible with a single form of transportation on this combination tour by boat and jaunting car. Sail across Lough Lein in a glass-covered boat then hop aboard a jaunting car to travel through Killarney National Park, to places inaccessible by motor vehicle.

The Ring of Kerry driving route skirts around the edge of the Iveragh Peninsula in southwest Ireland. On this private guided tour, take the stress out of navigating switchbacks and one-lane roads as your guide takes the wheel. Enjoy the freedom to explore your way, visiting all the sights you want to see, and spending as much or as little time as you like at each stop.

Enjoy a personalized discovery tour of some of Ireland’s most scenic corners on this full-day adventure around the Dingle Peninsula. Meet your guide at your Killarney accommodation—hotel pickup and drop-off are included—and set off in a comfortable, private vehicle. You’ll visit Inch Beach, the Iron Age–era Dunbeg Fort, the medieval Gallarus Oratory chapel, the mountainous Conor Pass, and more, all while learning about the region’s history.

Enjoy traveling in a small group on board a minibus around the scenic Ring of Kerry on this full-day tour. A smaller bus can navigate the famously narrow roads much better, and you have a better chance of good views out the bus windows in a smaller vehicle. Listen to guided commentary as you travel and enjoy the fact that you won't be responsible for the driving; you can focus on the scenery and snapping frame-worthy photos.

Book a private tour with a dedicated guide for a completely personalized tour of the Ring of Kerry from Killarney. Climb into a private vehicle, where you can relax and enjoy the scenery this route is so famous for, instead of focusing on driving and directions. Your guide will tailor the itinerary to your interests and provide in-depth commentary.

Do as the tourists of bygone years did, and explore Killarney by horse and carriage. The equivalent to a modern taxi, the jaunting car was popular in Ireland through the 19th and early 20th centuries. On this tour, you’ll learn about the area’s history, hearing tales of the Gaelic chieftains as you ride around Killarney National Park. Ross Castle, St. Mary's Cathedral, and Killarney House Gadens are a few of the landmarks on the route.

Customize your own itinerary and discover southwest Ireland’s breathtaking natural beauty on this private Ring of Kerry tour from Killarney. Follow your private guide along hiking routes around the Iveragh Peninsula. Visit pretty towns and villages including Cahersiveen and Kenmare, and discover top local attractions such as the Torc Waterfall. Enjoy panoramic cliff views along the Skellig Ring and hike to top spots like Valentia Island and Cahergall Fort. During your private tour, feel free to stop where and when you like!

Going to the Cliffs of Moher on a regular tour can be overcrowded and you can miss out on some of the things you really want to concentrate on. This Cliffs of Moher private tour from Killarney takes just you and your private group over to see the cliffs, as well as Bunratty Castle, Doolin, and the Burren. Your private guide gives you their full attention, and snacks, beverages, and round-trip transport are all included.

Get to know southwest Ireland with a private guide during this full-day tour from Killarney. Limited to nine people, this private tour includes historic castles, dramatic coastlines, and the chance to kiss the famous Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle. See where the Titanic set sail from Cobh and explore the city of Cork on foot.

Make the most of your time in Ireland by seeing a lot in a short space of time. This is the ultimate hassle-free trip as the full itinerary is organized for you. You won’t have to worry about booking a vehicle as roundtrip transport is included too. Visit lots of top attractions in a day as you travel along The Wild Atlantic Way. Highlights include Dún Beag Fort, a 6th century Bee Hive Hut’s, Reask Monastic site, and Kilmalkedar Church.

Nestled in the West Kerry Gaeltacht (Irish speaking area) and with a spectacular landscape the tour explores, the rich and diverse mixture of its archaeological sites and history, it’s flora and fauna, music and culture and a myriad of other attractions. This is a tour not to be missed and will always be remembered.

Ideal for first-time visitors, this 9-hour tour of the spectacular Ring of Kerry allows you to travel between southern Ireland’s natural wonders with ease. Departing Killarney, you’ll visit coastal gems such as Dingle Bay, Inch Beach, and the quaint villages of Waterville and Sneem. Also on the itinerary is Killarney National Park, a wonderland of mountains, lakes, world-famous gardens, where you’ll stop at Molls Gap and Torc Waterfall. Your guide provides history- and geography-rich commentary throughout the tour. 

Discover the highlights of Ireland's oldest national park—and enjoy a one-of-a-kind way to explore—on this private horse and carriage tour. Pick from multiple departure times throughout the day, meet your guide at St. Mary's Cathedral in Killarney, and hop aboard. During your tour, you'll see lakes and mountains, will explore routes that are closed to cars, and can even go for a tour of the 15th-century Ross Castle (additional expense).

Whether your tastes run to sandy beaches and rugged cliffs, breweries or hiking, enjoy the Dingle Peninsula your way, your style with a veteran driver/guide. One convenient flat fee covers a car and a guide for up to four people, so you can stop when and where you want and take as many photos as you like. Includes pickup and drop-off at hotels or rentals in Killarney, Kenmare, and Tralee.

Explore Killarney National Park (the oldest national park in Ireland) and the scenery of the surrounding valley on this seamless, private tour. After pickup in the morning from your Killarney accommodation, board your vehicle and head into nature. You’ll visit the 15th-century Ross Castle, can dine in an opulent stately home, will discover Ladies’ View (a panoramic scenic overlook named for Queen Victoria), encounter Torc Waterfall, and much more.

Discover Killarney National Park at your leisure with a half-day self-guided bike tour. Pick-up your bike rental and a map guiding the way to popular park landmarks including Muckross House and Gardens, Muckross Abbey, Torc Waterfall, and Muckross Traditional Farms. Enjoy maximum flexibility to explore the countryside at your pace with this self-guided bike tour.

Embark on an incredible Irish adventure on a unique tour through County Kerry. Set out by open boat from Killarney National Park's 15th-century Ross Castle, passing islands and beneath old stone bridges along the Lakes of Killarney. Then continue via pony-drawn carriage through the remote Black Valley and the narrow and winding Gap of Dunloe. Meander through this stunning mountain pass, marveling at a handful of scenic lakes and crossing the Old Weird Bridge before catching a bus back to Killarney.

Discover the best of coastal Kerry when you embark on this full-day tour. Meet your guide at your area accommodation (hotel pickup and drop-off are included for ease of travel), and head first to the 15th-century Ross Castle. Next, admire superlative coastline views from the Wild Atlantic Way, visit the ancient Cahergall Stone Circle, stop for lunch in a charming fishing village, walk on the beach at St. Finian's Bay, and more.

I was born and reared in Kerry and enjoy sharing this beautiful area with my guests. I will collect you at your accommodation and we will visit the highlights of Killarney commencing with a visit to Ladies View, then Torc Waterfall, Muckross House and Gardens, Ross Castle and Lough Leane returning by Aghadoe. I can customise this tour if you have specific places you would like to visit in the locality. I will share the history, the culture and scenery of our beautiful town. My vehicle is a Mercedes V Class which can accommodate up to six guests comfortably.

This tour brings you inside the breathtaking Muckross Park Estate of Killarney National Park. The routes we take via horse&carriage aren't accessible by car and boast some of the most spectacular scenery in the area! Discover the beauty of Killarney aboard the traditional mode of transport aboard a Killarney Jaunting car! Visit Muckross Abbey built in the year 1448. Inside discover an ancient poisen Yew tree! We also have wollen blankets on board to keep all passengers warm on those cooler days while out touring the National Park.

Explore the best of Killarney with a scenic horse and carriage ride. Maximize time and cover ground quickly with a carriage tour that includes both the town of Killarney and magnificent Killarney National Park. See some of the top views in County Kerry, including loughs and mountains, and learn about local history from your guide.

This private motor tour to the scenic, world renowned Cliffs of Moher incorporates a sightseeing tour to Adare Village, Lahinch, Liscannor and St. Brigid's Well en route to The Cliffs. These iconic sea cliffs are located overlooking The Aran Islands and The Atlantic Ocean, 720 feet above sea level. You will visit The Rock Shop in Liscannor, a family run business that originally quarried stone in the area. We will also call to The Chocolate Shop in nearby Doolin Village. This tour can also include a drop off in Galway city if that is part of your travel plans in Ireland.

Maximize time along the Wild Atlantic Way with a private mini-bus tour departing from Killarney, County Kerry. Get picked up at your hotel or the address of your choice and set out on a full-day tour to see the Cliffs of Moher. See the rugged beauty that this part of Ireland is famous for as you visit both the Cliffs of Moher and Bunratty Castle. The itinerary can also be customized according to your interests.

What better way to see Ireland than with a local experienced licensed guide who loves sharing her passion for her native land!