Top Things to do in Dingle Peninsula
The 10 Best Things to do in Dingle Peninsula, Province of Munster
A scenic stretch of land surrounded by rugged coastline.
Restaurants in Dingle Peninsula
1. Eask Tower
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By macbethLivingston
Unbelievable views of lovely Dingle Bay and sheep to accompany you along the 30-minute climb! Wear washable shoes as you’ll need to clean them with a hose (provided by gate keeper Mary) after walking in sheep droppings!
2. Conor Pass
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5.0 based on 676 reviews
A scenic stretch of land surrounded by rugged coastline.
Reviewed By MartletwyOnTour - Wales, United Kingdom
Talk about 'WOW'! The drive up heading north/south was steady and pleasant and then we got to the pass itself which is indeed narrow and right on the cliff edge! My friend who was driving loved it and the challenge - I just looked right away from the sheer drop alongside us! Completely worth it though of course because as soon as we reached the car park at the summit of the road path, the views back across the valley were quite simply breathtaking! Then a pleasantly steady descent down into Dingle to steady the nerves!!
3. Slea Head Drive
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,200 reviews
Scenic drive from Dingle Town to the Dingle Peninsula and back.
Reviewed By Scotlandmac - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Loved this area, along with Connemara, our favourites of a week's driving tour. As a big Ryan's Daughter fan, I was thrilled to visit, again after 25 years, this area made famous in the film.Some wonderful coastal views, all feels more open and quieter than the R of K, much shorter of course. Glad we made the 2 hour + journey from St Finan's Bay to enjoy it all again. Some fine archaeological sites too. Highlight is the small spectacular beach of Dunquin. Last time, we also got over to Great Blasket island, a fine trip in itself.
4. Coumeenoole Beach
5. Dingle Oceanworld
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 992 reviews
A large aquarium filled with countless species of marine life.
Reviewed By Thors-other-hammer
Who doesn't love an aquarium? I've been to a good few of them at this stage and this is up there as a really good one. Great for families or anyone looking for an interesting hour or so.
6. Gallarus Oratory
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4.5 based on 1,593 reviews
Ancient church built over 1,000 years ago.
Reviewed By WeDreamOfTravel - Texas, United States
Amazing original, 7th-century oratory. No mortar was used to construct it; the stones are perfectly fitted together to create the dry and solid structure that has stood the test of time. The area is very peaceful and away from towns. A parking lot and a small visitors' center welcome guests before they proceed along the walkway to the oratory. With only one window and one doorway, the cosy inside of the oratory is rather dark and free from distractions outside, perfect for someone praying inside 1,400 years ago. If you are in this area of Ireland, this is a spot you should consider adding to your itinerary. It's not every day we can enter a 6th century building that is in such fabulous condition.
7. Kilmalkedar Church
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4.5 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By Steambush - Great Barrington, United States
It was late In the day. We’d just come from the Gallarus Oratory, and we decided to fin the Kilmalkedar Church in the recommendation of a woman at a gift shop some 20 miles back. It was quite a moment, being there late in the day. No commercial solicitation. Alone entirely. Sun setting low in The sky over the ocean and Mountains. The ogham stone, sun dial, old Large cross, and Latin lettered stone (inside the structure) are remarkable, some dating back to 600 AD. It was a most solemn experience. Beautiful.
8. St James' Church
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4.5 based on 332 reviews
St James' Church, Dingle with its adjacent graveyard, is situated on some 2 acres of sloping ground, on the north east side of the Main Street of Dingle town in County Kerry, Ireland. It is a living church, a constituent member of the worldwide Anglican Communion and a member of the Tralee and Dingle Union of Parishes. People of all ages, nationalities and faiths are welcome to visit or attend Sunday service which is in accordance with the Church of Ireland tradition. Throughout the year, St James' Church also hosts a programme of diverse cultural from traditional music to concerts to exhibitions, lectures and films. Many famous artists have performed here especially during the annual recording of RTE Other Voices TV series. Planning permission has been granted for restoration works which will see this historic building and graveyard preserved and enhanced as a valuable community resource in the 21st century. The Friends of St James' are actively fundraising for this.
Reviewed By mlc-Chelsea
When in Dingle, don’t miss the concert series produced by Eoin Duignan. In season, it’s on 3 times/week, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, early evening at the St. James Church. The night we attended, the musicians were profesionnal - top notch, with Eoin himself on the pipes, Jon Sanders on the guitar and a duet of sisters from the Blasket Islands singing traditional melodies. It was a special treat. You can buy tickets at various venues in town and they post announcements in the windows of shops such as Dingle Record Shop on Green Street so you know what musician is featured in the upcoming concert.
9. Dingle Distillery
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4.5 based on 467 reviews
Producing award-winning Dingle Whiskey, Dingle Original Gin and Dingle Vodka since 2012. Distillery Tours available.. Tour times 10:00, 11:30, 13:30, 15:00 and 16:30. Covid-19 restrictions mean tour spaces are currently limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. Please be advised persons under 12 years old are not permitted on site. Suggested Duration: 45 min - 1 hour
Reviewed By didrike2020
Went to this tour and tasting along with my girlfriend. It’s different from others we’ve been to as this distillery makes gin, vodka and whiskey. We got to sample some whiskey almost right away and then our guide David took us for a tour in the distillery to show us the steps in the process of making whiskey. You can tell that David is really passionate about making these spirits and his enthusiasm is contagious. The way he talked about the drinks they produce reveals that Dingle Distillery is really proud of what they’re doing, as they should be. In the end we tasted vodka and gin which was way better than i thought it would be. Would recommend this tasting to anyone!
10. Fahan BeeHive Huts
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4.0 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By nic_cox - Dublin, Ireland
This might be the best place in Ireland to have a cup of tea ... incredible views, beehive huts , Aodhan the owner is great craic and yip I may have to give up lamb. If you’re in the area definitely make time to stop.
