Killarney travel guide

Killarney Tourism | Killarney Guide

You're Going to Love Killarney

With a population of 7,300, Killarney is a must-see destination in Kerry, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Killarney to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Killarney

If you’re looking for affordable options, Killarney Brewing & Distilling Company (Killalee) and Herbert's Restaurant at Cahernane House (Muckross Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Killarney

Killarney in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 15830
1 night at 3-star hotel
Killarney in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 15830
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Killarney in July, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 18 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 133 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Killarney, with an average rainfall of 59 mm.

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How to Get to Killarney

Plane

When flying to Killarney, you’ll arrive at Milltown (Kerry) Kerry (KIR), which is located 9 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Killarney is called Killarney, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Killarney is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 163 miles from Killarney. You’ll find branches of Budget and CARHIRE.ie, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

When flying to Killarney, you’ll arrive at Milltown (Kerry) Kerry (KIR), which is located 9 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Killarney is called Killarney, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Killarney is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 163 miles from Killarney. You’ll find branches of Budget and CARHIRE.ie, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Killarney

ORKCork

Airlines serving Killarney

Lufthansa
Good (4,651 reviews)
KLM
Good (854 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,480 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,603 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,455 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,785 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (154 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (21 reviews)
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Where to stay in Killarney

From 5-star hotels such as the The Killarney Park to great affordable options like the Tatler Jack, Killarney offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 12,926 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 26,374 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Killarney

Most booked hotels in Killarney

The Brehon
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 14,830+
Killarney Dromhall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,352+
Killarney Towers Hotel & Leisure Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 14,280+
Randles Hotel Killarney
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,825+
Killarney Heights Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,947+

Hiring a car in Killarney

Expect to pay ₹ 159 per litre in Killarney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,911 and ₹ 2,548. The most frequently booked car type in Killarney is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 159 per litre in Killarney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,911 and ₹ 2,548. The most frequently booked car type in Killarney is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.