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The Top 14 Castles in Kerry

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 14

beautiful castles to choose from in Kerry. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 2, 2025

Muckross House

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An impressive sight is the Muckross House with its garden, which is known far beyond the borders of Ireland. The impressive structure is part of Irish architectural history, but is …

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Ross Castle

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Ross Castle sits in a bay on Lough Leane. It is likely that the Irish chief O'Donoghue Mór built it in the 15th century.
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Minard Castle and Beach

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The ruins of Minard Castle stand in ruins on a beautiful bay with a sandy beach. If that is not a perfect photo motif! Listen to the waves rolling onto …

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Ballybunion Castle

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Ballybunion Castle (also called Castle Bale Bonan) was built at the beginning of the 16th century. Today's ruin looks back on a long history. The castle sits enthroned on a …

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Cahersiveen

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The bustling town of Cahersiveen is also considered the secret capital of the Iveragh Peninsula. On Main Street you will find small shops, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants. You will also …

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Beautiful green scenery wherever you look

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You walk relaxed on a meadow path through the green landscape that is so typical for Ireland. The Garfinny River flows nearby and you can let your gaze wander over …

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Ballycarbery Castle Ruins

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THE epitome of a ruined castle.

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Killelton Church Ruins

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A nice ruined Medieval church dating back to the 9th/10th Century AD.

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McCarthy Mór Castle

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The McCarthy Mór Castle was built in the end of the 13th century.
Cromwells troops destroyed it in 1635.
From here you have a nice view over Lough Leane.

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Lislaughtin Abbey Ruins

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Take the lane off to the west between the red topped cream pillars to explore Lislaughtin Abbey, a Franciscan Friary dating from the late 15th century. There is an information …

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The Top 14 Castles in Kerry

Muckross House

Ross Castle

Minard Castle and Beach

Ballybunion Castle

Cahersiveen

Beautiful green scenery wherever you look

Ballycarbery Castle Ruins

Killelton Church Ruins

McCarthy Mór Castle

Lislaughtin Abbey Ruins

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