Kerry Tour Guides

15/04/2024

Walking Tours are back in action!

Join us on Wednesday, Friday or Saturday this week, 10am Kenmare Tourist Office.

Book online https://www.kerrytourguides.com/

08/04/2024

Bring the history of Kenmare to life as you take a leisurely guided walk through one of the first planned towns in Ireland, let us bring you to places often missed by most visitors.

With plenty of stories, local history and chat, it's a great way to get to know this charming town.

Tours are available weekly, check out our scheduled dates or contact us for a private tour. See you soon!

https://www.kerrytourguides.com/shortwalkingtours

30/03/2024

27/02/2024

Experience the magic of Kenmare summers at our charming rental. 🏡💫 ”

18/02/2024

What an amazing time in this weekend doing some 2024 tour research.

Fabulous sharing plates at Hilliards followed by an evening with Jack Patrick Healy at the Killarney Grand piano bar. It’s difficult to express quite how fabulous everything was 🥂🎉

Looking for a late breakfast venue on Saturday morning, we stumbled across the brunch menu at the Arbutus Hotel Killarney served until 3pm, wonderful service, excellent quality and super reasonable.

did not disappoint on a wet February evening - definitely granted the Kerry Tour Guides stamp of approval👏👏👏

22/01/2024

The calm before , earlier this evening in . Stay safe 🙏

16/01/2024

A little icy at the Sheen Falls Lodge today ❄️❄️

23/11/2023

Looking forward to a Ring of Kerry tour today and what a beautiful day it is (dry) 😎

Starting at the Lake Hotel Killarney with this beautiful view!

08/09/2023

Escape to serenity with our exclusive Mini Retreats! 🌿 Mark your calendars for two unforgettable Sundays: October 1st & November 19th. 🗓️ Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with yoga, a picturesque Kerry Way hike, and an invigorating sea swim (if you dare!). 💆‍♀️ Afterward, indulge in pure relaxation with a soothing hot tub session, followed by a delectable lunch & cookery demo with the extraordinary Al Burkitt. 🍽️ All this and more awaits you for just €120! 💫 Book your spot now and choose from our delightful accommodation options to complete your perfect weekend escape. 🏡 Limited spots available, so don't miss out on this incredible experience! ✨ Bernie O'Sullivan

20/08/2023

Inch Beach, Sunday morning, life is good 😎

16/08/2023

Wow, wow, wow. Sunshine at the lakes of Killarney today!

14/08/2023

Perfect start to the day in Kenmare this morning, quick dip and a rainbow. What more do you want ☘️

12/08/2023

The first event for in and what a great turnout for the walking tour on such a wet morning! There is another walk tomorrow morning at 10.30, if you're free!

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11/08/2023

We are delighted to announce that a group has been formed to promote the heritage of , with particular reference to preserving the historical legacy of Kenmare Lace, left behind by The Sisters of St. Clare, who recently departed the town.
is from 12-20 August and the theme this year is . This fits in well with the long-held mantra of Kenmare Lace ‘The history is in the Making'.

Lots of events this week for you to enjoy.

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09/10/2022

A beautiful evening at Pier this evening, as it always is!

16/08/2022

This wonderful Organ in Holy Cross Church, Kenmare, originally at the back of the Church, now sits in a very different position.

Come and find out why is was moved, on one of our walking tours. This week is Heritage Week, a perfect time to discover more about and it's Heritage. Book online at www.kenmareheritagetours.com

27/05/2022

Not cycling tomorrow? Then join Anne-Marie and on a , with a qualified .

Book online: https://www.kenmareheritagetours.com/kenmare-town-walks

12/02/2022

The Kenmare Chronicle is our wonderful social history magazine, which always has great articles and posts. Learn more on a of

EARLY SETTLERS IN KENMARE... just received this photo of some rock art in Carhoonmeengar, Kenmare. that I hadnt heard of before ! Thanks for sending us the picture.
On furter investigation we came across the following description....
'' example of cup and ring decoration. Located clearly exposed in a field and quite weathered it was only officially recorded in 2001 .There are a range of decorations including grooves which connect the cup marks and form enclosing patterns.''

17/01/2022

It was a pleasure to feature on RTE 1 tonight in Droichid Na hÉireann - Bridges of Ireland. As a , Kenmare has
a rich and amazing history. Definitely a town to visit and take in a , of course! www.kenmareheritagetours.com

06/01/2022

On this the twelfth and final day of Christmas, Nollaig na mBan, traditional roles were supposed to be reversed in the home: men did the women’s work, while women rested and gathered together informally - as a reward for their hard work over the Christmas season.

To celebrate 'Women's Christmas' we remember a remarkable lady, the 'Nun of Kenmare' - Sr Francis Clare (Margaret Anna Cusack), who played a part in 's history.

She joined the Poor Clare Order at Newry, Co Down and came with Abbess O’Hagan and her nuns to Kenmare to open a Poor Clare Convent in 1861.

As a writer, she founded Kenmare Publications which produced nearly 50 of her works on a broad range of subjects, such as history, religion and social commentaries. ‘Womans’ Work in Modern Society’ (1874) established Sr Francis Clare as a pioneer of Women’s Rights. Pictured are some her works, on display in the Heritage Centre.

The proceeds of her publications came back to the Famine Relief Fund in Kenmare, which she founded in 1879.

So we toast our incredible women of times past, present and future!

03/12/2021

Discover the Beara Peninsula and it’s rugged and magical landscape from . A fabulous tour in winter or summer! Thank you Lovin.ie for the mention.

https://lovin.ie/keep-discovering/beara-peninsula

The definitive inside track to the island of Ireland, wherever you are

17/11/2021

has been chosen as one of the top places in Europe to visit. Why not let help to plan your trip when visiting and next year.

www.kenmareheritagetours.com

https://www.irelandbeforeyoudie.com/town-in-county-kerry-named-amongst-top-beautiful-towns-in-europe/

CNN Travel has spoken, and has determined that this County Kerry town is among one of the most beautiful towns in Europe.

14/10/2021

Delighted to support Dr Colum Kenny with the presentation of his book ‘Kenmare History & Survival, Fr John O’Sullivan and the Famine Poor' Carnegie Arts Centre Kenmare and a book signing at Kenmare-Bookshop, with John O'Connor last weekend.

Copies of the book still available at Kenmare-Bookshop.

07/07/2021

Kenmare town, coupled with a fantastic family friendly hotel makes the perfect partnership for the Best Holiday Destinations in Ireland.

21/06/2021

Whether you are visiting or living in , on a , led by a qualified

Book online: https://www.kenmareheritagetours.com/kenmare-town-walks

08/05/2021

The changing face of Roughty Bridge, An Ruachtach, Gortalinny .

Built originally in the 1780s and replaced with the current bridge in1839, with the Roughty River running below. Built with locally sourced limestone and because of its narrow width it features a pair of curved refuges where pedestrians step in to avoid passing traffic.

📸 Jennifer Fitzgerald Artist 2021, Derreen Estate Archive 1869, Irish Heritage Trust 1796

30/04/2021

, very important in the Irish calendar, dates back to . The day marks the coming of summer and was celebrated in a festival called Lá Bealtaine and has many customs and traditions.

On the eve of yellow flowers, such as buttercups, marigolds, and primroses (or tulips!) were gathered and spread around the outside of each home. It was thought these flowers would bring luck to the household and keep from entering the home.

Cailleachs, old women or hags, are considered bad deity’s or witches and would go from home to home to steal butter or milk on the morning of . Children would often scatter the flowers outside their neighbour’s homes as a sign of goodwill
So don't forget to get out this evening and spread the flowers 🌼

07/04/2021

Great news that is listed by Places To See In Ireland Before You Die as one of the most colourful towns in Ireland.

Like splatters of paint among the rolling green fields of the Emerald Isle, here are the top ten most colourful towns and villages in Ireland.

17/03/2021

Happy from .

Looking forward to you joining me for a very soon 🙏💚

www.kenmare.ie

22/02/2021

Railway Station, wouldn't we love to have it now!

If you recognise the men on the platform, Kenmare Chronicle, our local magazine are interested.