Discover Kerry

20/12/2024

🏔️❄️From the crisp, frosty trails to the awe-inspiring views (when the clouds part!), every step on Kerry’s hills in Winter time is pure magic. 🌫️✨ 🌨️❄️

19/12/2024

❄️Celebrate the winter solstice and the Christmas holidays with music, laughter and a little gentle activity:

🎶Enjoy Fake Friends at their Gleneagle INEC Arena Accoustic Club debut 📍 Killarney.ie

🏊🏻‍♀️Take a dip on Christmas Day all around the county!
📍 kenmare.ie Visit Waterville Skellig Coast Di**le Peninsula Tourism Visit Tralee Cahersiveen Inch Beach, Co Kerry. Caherdaniel

🚶‍♂️🚶‍♂️🚶‍♂️Take a stroll to Lough Brin with Davey Breen on St. Stephen's Day 📍 Blackwater Tavern

🥁Follow the 'wran' during Lá an Dreoilín
📍 Di**le Peninsula Tourism

⛰️Hike to the summit of the Paps of Anú from the darkness to watch the sunrise on the West Cairn 📍 Glenflesk

So many of the fantastic events during Christmas and New Year in Kerry raise vital funds and awareness about causes which support our communities throughout the year.

Have a great time knowing you're helping others along the way!


Valerie O'Sullivan Killarney WaterRescue Kerry Hospice Foundation Fenit RNLI Ballybunion Sea & Cliff Rescue Cuas Crom Beach The Irish Pilgrimage Trust Derrynane Inshore Rescue CRBI

19/12/2024

Take a moment to pause and reflect on the beauty of this magical place, Kerry.

18/12/2024

🌲🎄 Embrace the Outdoors in Kerry This Christmas! 🎄🌲

Whether you're a local or visiting, Kerry’s breath-taking landscapes are the perfect place to enjoy the festive season! From scenic winter walks 🚶 to christmas swims 🏊 to playground family fun 🛝, there’s something for everyone this Christmas.

Our latest blog post takes a look at some of the best ways to get out and enjoy the beauty of Kerry over the festive period. Whether you're seeking adventure, exercise or a peaceful escape, Kerry has plenty to offer.

Read more here ➡️ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/embrace-the-outdoors-in-kerry-this-christmas/

This Christmas, explore Kerry's stunning outdoors. Enjoy outdoor fun and family adventures. Escape the holiday rush and breathe in the fresh air.

17/12/2024

Shine a light on your next lighthouse adventure with Great Lighthouses of Ireland!

Discover Valentia Island Lighthouse and uncover a host of unforgettable local wonders. Explore the sea and shore with Kerry Aqua Terra Terra Boat Tours, or find out how the past and present are connected at Valentia Transatlantic Cable Station | Valentia Island Tourist Office. See what the buzz is all about at Valentia Bee Beds Island Organix; unearth a fascinating legacy at Valentia Slate Quarry; or take a break from it all at Royal Valentia Hotel Knightstown!

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Discover Valentia Island Lighthouse and uncover a host of unforgettable local wonders. Explore the sea and shore with Kerry Aqua Terra Boat Tours, or find ou...

16/12/2024

Cuardaitheoirí Eachtraíochta – Coimeádaithe Draíochta

🌟Is rud fé leith é a bheith mar chuid de Chiarraí. Ceanglaíonn sé thú le pobail chruthaitheacha éagsúla a bhfuil stair shaibhir acu agus a bhfuil dóchúlachtaí soirbhe i ndán dóibh. 🌍✨

Adventure Seekers - Magic Keepers

🌟 Whether you're an adrenaline ju**ie or someone seeking the quiet magic of nature, Kerry has it all. From breath-taking hikes and thrilling water sports to hidden gems and timeless traditions, there's adventure at every turn and magic in every moment. 🌍✨

Kerry isn't just a place, it's a feeling! Our county has been showcased on the big and small screen for a reason—Kerry is a place where adventure meets enchantment. So, what are you waiting for?

15/12/2024

Whether you stay for a day or for a lifetime, Kerry's beaches are vibrant places to gather together for Summer fun, for a run, or a place to conserve and protect.

Choose your own adventure on our Wild Atlantic Way coastline:
🦭Seaweed Walks, Beach Cleans & Conservation
🦈Cruises & tours around our coast & islands
🐟Sea Angling, Kayaking & Surfing
🌱Environmental, Activity & Archaeological Activities
🐬Horse trekking & Coasteering
🐙Mobile Saunas & Sea Swims
🌍Wind-surfing, walking & running

Link in comments!

14/12/2024

🛍️🎄 Shop Local, Support Local! 🎄🛍️

As we approach these last few weeks of the festive season let's take a moment to pause before making those online purchases.

Our locally owned shops in some of Kerry’s best-loved towns like Listowel and Tralee rely on our support to thrive.

From unique gifts to one-of-a-kind treasures, every purchase helps keep our towns vibrant and full of life.

By shopping locally, you're not just buying a gift—you're investing in your community.

Let’s make this festive season special by supporting our independent shops that bring character and charm to the heart of Kerry.


Visit Tralee Listowel Autism Friendly Town Listowel Tralee Chamber Discover Kerry Kerry County Council

13/12/2024

Living the van life across the world, Youtubers Chesca & Ben of Overlanding Sophia travelled the Wild Atlantic Way earlier this year, exploring beautiful ruins and places steeped in history - including a special stop at Tobar Eoin Baiste, St John the Baptist’s Well, near Minard Castle on the Di**le Peninsula.

YouTube Di**le Peninsula Tourism Inch Beach, Co Kerry. Annascaul.ie Báinín Foley's Bar Inch Inch Community

13/12/2024

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me - A Puffin in a pear tree? Close enough. 😉🎄

📍 Skellig Michael, Iveragh Peninsula, Co Kerry

13/12/2024

🎄🎶12 Days of Christmas in Kerry sing-along — Christmas in Kerry is pure magic ✨🎄

On the first day of Christmas, Kerry gave to me:
One united vision, where we all work in harmony. 🤝

On the second day of Christmas, Kerry gave to me:
Two Gaeltacht lands, where Irish roots grow free. ☘️

On the third day of Christmas, Kerry gave to me:
Three scenic greenways, adventures guaranteed.🚴‍♀️

🎤 Check the link in the comments for the full 12 days. 👇

Kerry offers breath-taking beauty and charm all year round. From Christmas Day dips in to hikes up and festive traditions like Wren Day, it's an experience like no other! But why limit the magic to just the holidays? If you're home for a Kerry Christmas, maybe it's time to consider staying a little longer! 🌟

The Kingdom of Kerry Greenways Kerry County Council Kerry Convention Bureau Kerry Airport

12/12/2024

Get creative this week and make your own lanterns & learn about conservation work in the Maharees Heritage and Conservation, supported by CreativeIrl & Kerry County Arts

Shop 'til you drop all around the county or browse festive fantasy themed art at St John's Theatre & Arts Centre, Listowel

Take in the ballet at Siamsa Tire or a festive museum display at Kerry County Museum in Tralee!

Listowel Visual Artists' Collective Killarney.ie Christmas in Cahersiveen Christmas in Cahersiveen Visit Tralee Visit Waterville Killorglin Town Castleisland Chamber Alliance An Díseart Di**le Peninsula Tourism kenmare.ie Skellig Coast Muckross Park Hotel

10/12/2024

Winding through rugged mountains, past breath-taking views, and along roads that seem to touch the sky – there’s nothing like a drive in Kerry! As you pass Glanmore Lake on the Healy Pass and make your way between Kenmare and Glengarriff along the Wild Atlantic Way, every turn holds a new adventure, whether it’s a hike on the misty valleys, a wild swim or a glimpse of the ocean stretching into forever... 🌫️☀️



Explore the Wild Atlantic Way on: https://www.discoverkerry.com/explore/wild-atlantic-way/

Credit: https://www.instagram.com/_vagamundus_/

09/12/2024

Taste Makers, Heart Breakers

Kerry is a place where award-winning cuisine meets artisan food producers, unique breweries, and distillers creating flavours you’ll never forget. 🍽️🍻 But it’s not just the food that steals your heart—it's the breath-taking landscapes that will leave you in awe, and the local people whose warmth and hospitality will have you wishing you never had to leave. 💖

From our heart-breaking sports stars to the heart-pounding beauty of the land, Kerry is where your heart will stay long after you’ve left. It’s a place that steals the hearts of the nation—one visitor at a time. 🌄

Come for the taste. Stay for the people. Leave with your heart full. ❤️✨

08/12/2024

From Caravan & Camping adventures, Pet Friendly accommodation to Wellness-focussed stays, Kerry's warm welcome will be felt long after you return home!

Visit https://www.discoverkerry.com/where-to-stay/ for great ideas on exploring our beautiful region!



Pictured: Lissyclearig Thatched Cottage, Base Di**le, Great Blasket Island, The Ashe Hotel, Cahernane House Hotel & Creveen Lodge Caravan and Camping Park

07/12/2024

🫶 When the sun dips behind Kerry’s majestic mountains, the world feels a little more magical. From fiery skies to golden peaks, there’s nothing quite like a sunset in the heart of the Kingdom. 🌅🏞️

Whether you’re watching from a rugged trail or a quiet roadside, this is the kind of beauty that stays with you!

06/12/2024

⛄️December is looking so much brighter with our events highlights for the week ahead! 🎁 Give yourself the gift of music, joy and laughter:

A TRADITIONAL KERRY CHRISTMAS - SUN 8 DEC
A concert celebrating Christmas traditions in Kerry with Cor Siamsa Tire. The programme includes choral music, poetry, music and dance. Suitable for all the family
https://www.discoverkerry.com/event/a-traditional-kerry-christmas/70233101/

ESTUARY ROLLERS CHRISTMAS TRACTOR RUN - SUN 8 DEC
The tractors will set off at 4pm from the Listowel Mart and will be decked to the nines in Christmas lights and tinsel!
https://www.discoverkerry.com/event/estuary-rollers-christmas-tractor-run/70183101/

THE CAILLEACH TALK & MEDITATION WORKSHOP - TUES 10 DEC
Join us as we explore our relationship with the iconic, ancient & perennial archetype The Cailleach, Cosmic Grandmother, Creatrix, Bean feasa, the ancient mythological figure which shape shifts through time, led by archaeologist and celebrant Áine Brosnan. This workshop is supported by the Kerry Homecoming Festival.
https://events.humanitix.com/cailleach-mediatioin-workshop

STONES BY RAY O’SULLIVAN - THU 12 DEC
"Stones"! Proudly Presented by The Killarney Theatre Company at the Gleneagle INEC Club Thursday 12th December 2024. From Ray O'Sullivan who brought you "The Rise and Rise of the Healy-Raes", "A Papal Blessing" and "Weight Watching" comes a smash hit new play back by popular demand!
https://www.discoverkerry.com/event/stones-by-ray-o-sullivan/69895101/

CHRISTMAS IN KERRY
As we move closer to Christmas, you are welcome to explore bustling Christmas markets, unique crafts, delicious food, and festive drinks that warm the soul all across Kerry. Enjoy gentle walks and adventurous hikes from the Di**le Peninsula to the wilds of the mid-Kerry uplands. The family-friendly activities and Christmas festivities in Kerry this year will make your time here truly special.
https://www.discoverkerry.com/christmas/

Skellig Coast Archaeology Festival Skellig Coast Listowel Gleneagle INEC Arena