Kerry Parks & Gardens

Derreen Garden, Kenmare

Derreen Garden in Kenmare was planted 120 years ago. Set on the spectacular Beara Peninsula just 24 km outside of Kenmare,it boasts unrivalled views of Kilmakilloge Bay and the Caha Mountains.

The growth of exotic plants from many parts of the world caused by the high rainfall of Kerry gives one the impression of walking through a tropical jungle.

The tree ferns from Australia grow side by side with clumps of huge bamboos which contrast with the towering conifers and the many brilliant coloured rhododendrons.

Muckross House & Gardens

Situated in Killarney National Park, Muckross House and Gardens are among the most popular of Irish visitor attractions. Queen Victoria paid a visit here, to the Herbert family, in 1861.

The House was later owned, in turn, by Lord Ardilaun (of the Guinness family) and by the Bourn Vincents. Muckross Traditional Farms are also open to the public. Between the months of April and July, Muckross Gardens are spectacularly adorned with the red and pink flowers of mature Rhododendrons.

Other garden features include a Sunken Garden, a Rock Garden and a Stream Garden. An Arboretum, containing many trees from the Southern Hemisphere, was established here in 1972.

Killarney House and Gardens

Killarney House and Gardens is situated in Killarney town, with entrances at the Golden Gates at the junction of Muckross Road and Countess Road.

A second entrance is beside the memorial statue of Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty on the Mission Road across the road from the Killarney Plaza Hotel.

Tralee Town Park

Tralee Town Park known locally as the green is situated in heart if Tralee town. The park is over 35 acres i size and is renown for it many species of Roses.

There is a glass wall that is inscribed with all the winners of the Rose of Tralee since the festival first began in 1959.