5 Historic Sites in Kenmare That You Shouldn't Miss

August 20, 2021 Russell Mellin

The “little nest” of Kenmare is part of the famed Ring of Kerry, making it a prime stop for a spot of lunch and a pint. But before you go on your merry way, check out the area’s Bronze Age stone circle, one of the largest in southwest Ireland. The peaceful glens and streams of Gleninchaquin make a wonderful backdrop for a picnic, which you can work off on a walk along the Kenmare section of the Beara Way.
Restaurants in Kenmare

1. Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm

Glengarriff Rd Releigh, Bonane, Kenmare Ireland +353 64 664 0714 [email protected] http://mollygallivans.com/
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4.5 based on 1,006 reviews

Molly Gallivan's Cottage & Traditional Farm

Molly Gallivan’s cottage and traditional farm invites you to take a step back in time to experience the simple country lifestyle in rural Ireland before the days of electricity and modern conveniences. Molly’s enchanting cottage is over 200 years old and her farm is complete with animals, fowl and traditional farm machinery. Molly’s old Tea Shop is very unique in Ireland, here you will taste locally made foods cooked and baked in the traditional fashion. We also hold traditional Irish evenings at Molly Gallivan’s cottage, these are nights of Irish food, music, song, dance and story telling, re-enacting the old customs that took place in Irish homes. Advanced booking is required for our Traditional Irish Evenings please contact us for availability and prices.

Reviewed By SubieGirls

Molly Gallivan's is every bit worth your time to stop and take in the history of rural Ireland. You get to experience what it was like to live a farm life in the old traditional way. On the farm, there are animals, orchards, gardens, a poitin still (Molly's Mountain Dew), and a house that is over 200 years old. There is a tea room and local crafts are sold. This was by far my favorite store to purchase handmade and quality gifts.

2. Cromwell's Bridge

Bridge Street, Kenmare Ireland 353-64-41233
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4.0 based on 143 reviews

Cromwell's Bridge

3. Stone Circle

Market Street, Kenmare Ireland 353-64-41233 http://www.stonepages.com/ireland/kenmare.html
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4.0 based on 618 reviews

Stone Circle

Reviewed By CastleDbee - Castledermot, Ireland

Really interesting little place, well worth stopping off to see if you are passing through Kenmare. I was greeted by a very charming Patrick who was manning the honesty box. Recommended fee €2 well worth it. The small fee is spent on maintaining the beautiful shrubs and upkeep of the site. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did, and I do hope you get a chance to meet Patrick.

4. Our Lady's Well

Bridge Street, Kenmare Ireland 353-64-41233
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3.5 based on 43 reviews

Our Lady's Well

5. Hutchin's Folly

Kenmare Ireland 353-64-41233
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3.0 based on 1 reviews

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