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LIR CAFE

KENMARE PLACE

KILLARNEY ICE CREAM

HIGH STREET

KILLARNEY HORSE & CARRIAGE TOURS

BOMBAY PALACE

INDIAN RESTAURANT COLLEGE STREET KHAO ASIAN STREET FOOD HIGH STREET FAMILIES

KILLARNEY RIDING STABLES DENJOE’S FASTFOOD

NEW STREET

GOLDEN NUGGET

RESTAURANT FOSSA

SPOGLER’S CONTINENTAL CONFECTIONERS

GLEBE PLACE

PETIT DELICE

FRENCH CAFE & BAKERY HIGH STREET

WE RECOMMEND

HOP ON - HOP OFF TOUR OR SHUTTLE

The Big Red Bus is unique way to experience Killarney town. Hop on - Hop off, double decker, 5 stops, guided tour or shuttle service.

www.killarneytour.com : tel: 087 250 8122

WATERBUS TOUR OF THE LAKES

Water Bus Cruise Killarney’s beautiful lakes in comfort whatever the weather with the M.V Pride of the Lakes. Sailing Times 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:30, 4:00 from Ross Castle.

www.killarneylaketours.ie : tel: 064 66 32638

O’SULLIVAN’S OUTDOOR STORE

Supplying all your outdoor needs: cycling, walking, camping and outdoor wear. Centrally located in New Street.

tel: 064 6626927

KILLARNEY RIDING STABLES

Killarney Riding Stables Offering trekking & trail riding in Killarney National Park for 1, 2 and 3 hours taking in views of Ross Castle & Ross Island and beautiful views of Killarney lakes and Mountains for the casual visitor.

www.kerrytrailride.com : tel: 064 66 31686

MUCROS CRAFT SHOP

Mucros Craft Shop is located within the Walled Garden Centre of Muckross House. It is a popular shopping venue with traditional weaving, glassware, pottery and clothing.

www.muckross-house.ie : tel: 064 66 70147

NAILS BY ANITA

Nails by Anita offers manicures and pedicures using quality products. Anita ensures all her customers have a great pampering experience and leave relaxed, with fabulous nails!

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Killarney Falconry and Kerry Falconry offer hawk walks in the Kerry countryside.

www.killarneyfalconry.com www.falconrykerry.com

THE DUNGEON

The Dungeon Bookshop and newsagent features Kerry’s largest collection of secondhand books, as well as confectionery, postage and art supplies.

tel: 064 663 6536

CELTIC JEWELLERS

R&C McCormack’s Celtic Jewellers offers beautifully designed pieces in solid gold, silver and Connemara marble, inspired by Irish landscapes and legends.

www.celticdublin.com

PITCH N PUTT

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club located on Lewis Road is minutes from the town centre. An ideal venue for some outdoor family fun.

www.deerparkpitchandputt.com

tel: 087 7823138

KILLARNEY BREWING TOUR

Killarney Brewing Company on the Muckross road is one of the most popular attractions in the town. The Brewery is open for guided tours on Tuesday – Saturday at 3.30pm, 5pm, 6.30pm. The hour long tour is entertaining and informative. The tour includes a tasting of all of the current range plus some seasonals and special brews that are only available on site. The tour is hugely popular and not to be missed if you have an interest in great tasting beer. Book online

www.killarneybrewing.com

KILLARNEY SHUTTLE BUS

Affordable Day tours in Killarney. The original hop on/hop off Killarney Shuttle Bus tour is the best way to go to see all the main attractions.

www.killarneyshuttlebus.com : tel: 087 138 4384

KENNEDY’S PET FARM

Our all-weather pet farm & playground is perfect for a family day out located just 5 miles from Killarney on the Cork road.

www.kennedyspetfarm.com : tel: 087 231 0983

RENT A BIKE

O’Sullivan Cycles Renting bicycles to visitors to Killarney for three generations. Located at High Street, New Street, Beech Road (opposite the Tourist Office) and on the Muckross Road (opposite

Randles Court Hotel). www.killarneyrentabike.com : tel: 064 663 1282

OUTLET SHOPPING

Killarney Outlet Centre is conveniently located in the centre of the town. Merchandise is offered at discounts of between 30% - 70% off R.R.P., delivering huge savings on Designer Wear and Branded Goods all year round.

www.killarneyoutletcentre.com : tel: 064 66 36744

JAM CAFE, DELI, BAKERY

Sit and relax in Jam Cafe or take away for a picnic in the park. All food is traceable from farm to fork. Freshly prepared by a skilled team of artisan bakers and chefs...

www.muckross-house.ie : tel: 064 66 70147

RING OF KERRY TOUR

Ring of Kerry Full Day Bus Tour is a tour of the world famous Ring of Kerry. Take our luxury coach on a 180km circuit of the county.

www.killarneytour.com : tel: 087 250 8122

DENJOE’S FAMILY RESTAURANT

Den Joes & Take-Away serving Killarney since 1986, they only serve the best food, at the best price, with the best service, to our customers. ALL the food is 100% Irish sourced and the mouth-watering flavour is unique. A firm family favourite at 12 New Street.

www.apache.ie : tel: 064 66 33827

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Buddies is 8000 square feet of fun, consisting of a cafe with full menu, an exciting and fun filled play frame, toddler area with crazy car track, ball pit, slide and cozy corner, junior area with 3 lane astra slide, dizzy discs, ball cannon, sports area and much more!!!

www.buddies.ie : tel: 064 66 39080

CINEMA

Killarney Cineplex is a five screen cinema located on East Avenue Road in Killarney town centre.

www.cinemakillarney.com

LIR CAFE

Lir Cafe the perfect hang-out for coffee lovers and stowark Tea drinkers and everyone in between. The Lir Cafe has gathered together an eclectic mix of Locals , Tourists, Lap-Top Geeks and avid book readers. Kenmare Place

www.lircafe.com : tel: 064 66 33859

MUCKROSS GARDEN RESTAURANT

An ideal venue for those who wish to enjoy a relaxing meal in the scenic surroundings of Killarney National Park. Set on the lakeside grounds of Muckross House against the spectacular backdrop of Torc and Mangerton Mountains, the Garden Restaurant is a modern, 170-seat, self-service restaurant.

www.muckross-house.ie : tel: 064 66 39354

SHEAHAN’S PHARMACY

Call in to Sheahan’s of Main Street for all your pharmaceuticals and cosmetic needs. Three generations of the Sheahan family have been serving visitors to Killarney since 1953. Founded by Donal, now run by son Liam and his son Paul. 34 Main Street, Killarney.

www.kerrypharmacy.ie : tel: 064 66 31113

PORTWEST

Killarney’s largest outdoor store, stocking Helly Hansen, Regatta, Craghoppers, Berghaus, Montane and many more big-name brands.

www.theoutdoorshop.ie: tel: 064 7764200

SPAR

Located in the town centre, Gleeson’s Spar supermarket and deli for all your convenience shopping needs. College Square.

CLIMATE

The weather can vary so much in one day that it is advisable to bring at least a light rain jacket for your visit. Influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, the Irish weather usually brings mild winters with temperatures in the coldest months of January and February which sometimes can fall below freezing; however this is not a regular occurrence. The warmest periods occur between May and September and the best part is the 18 hours of sunlight each day.

FREE WIFI

Killarney offers a free Wi-Fi service in the town centre which also ranges through some of the main streets. Connecting through BitBuzz, you can access free Wi-Fi for 30-minute intervals while in range of the town centre masts. All mobile devices are suitable to connect to this service.

CURRENCY

The currency of Ireland is Euro. Foreign exchange bureaus are widely available in most banks, tourist information offices, and airports. The below debit/ credit cards are widely accepted in Irish stores: Visa,Visa/ Debit, MasterCard and American Express.

PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS

A valid passport is the only form of identification required for entering Ireland. You do not need a visa to land in Ireland if you are visiting from the European Economic Area.

ELECTRICITY

The standard domestic electrical supply is 230 volts AC (50 cycles). To use small appliances, you may need a plug adaptor to 3-pin flat or 2-pin round wall sockets. For standard commercial and industrial requirements 3 Phase 410 volts (nominal voltage) AC (50 cycles) is available. For larger commercial and industrial requirements, Medium Voltage connections at 10kv and 20 kv, and High Voltage connections at 38kv and 110kv are available.

COUNTRY CODE

The international dialling code for

Ireland +353 Northern Ireland +44

BUSINESS HOURS

General opening hours of most shops are Monday to Saturday.........09:00am - 6:00pm and some shops are open on Sunday.......................12:00noon - 6:00pm Some of the larger stores offer late opening on Thursday and Friday until.................9.00pm

Opening hours are extended in the summer months of June – September; a variety of shops stay open late Monday through Sunday. Banking opening hours are Monday to Friday .......... 10:00am - 6:00pm

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An Post is a major commercial organisation providing a wide range of services which include: postal, communication, retail and money services. Services, Post Office Savings Bank, Investment Products, Prize Bonds, Billpay, Postal Money Orders, Sterling Drafts, Western Union, Passport Express, Stamps, DSFA Payments, Parcel Services and Courier Post. AIB Banking Services: Bank Card Lodgements, Bank Card Withdrawals, Credit Card Payments, Personal Paper Lodgements, Business Deposits, One Direct, Postal Services, EuroGiro, PostPhoto, Top Up, Postbank.

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS

Emergency Services ................112 or 999 Killarney Garda Station ..........064 66 71160

South Doc (Out of hours) ..............1850 335999 Killarney GP Surgery ...............064 66 32656

GPs Opening Times

Monday to Friday ......................9:00 to 5:30 Saturday ........................................9:00 to 12:30

HOSPITALS

Kerry University Hospital, Tralee tel: 066 71 84000 ..................................................................................... Bon Secours Hospital, Tralee tel: 066 71 49800

LIBRARY

Located in Rock Road Killarney, just off High Street, Killarney Library has a wide variety of services. Its opening hours are Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat ...............10:00am - 5:00pm Tues and Thurs .................... ..10:00am - 8:00pm tel: 064 66 32655

CHURCH SERVICES

St Mary’s Cathedral

Saturday Vigil .................................................6:15pm Sunday .............8:00am 10:30am 12:00 noon

Weekdays ..................................10:30am 6:15pm Mass of MemorialMondays......................6.15pm

Month’s Mind (Remembrance Mass) Fri .............6.15pm .....................................................................................

Church of the Resurrection

Saturday Vigil .................................................7:30pm Sunday ............................................................ 11:00am Weekdays .........................................................9:30am .....................................................................................

Church of the Holy Spirit (Muckross Church)

Sunday and Holy Days ................................9:30am .....................................................................................

Franciscan Friary

Weekday Masses ....................8:00am 10:00am ..................................................................................... Bank Holiday Mass .................................... 10:00am Community Mass Mon ............................ 10:00am (prior to Morning Prayer)

Saturday ............................................................7:00pm Sunday .................. 8:30am 10:00am 11:30am

St Mary’s Church of Ireland

Sunday ...................................................9.30 11:00am .....................................................................................

The Methodist Church

Services Weekly ............................................11:00am

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