Location: Killarney
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Things to do in Killarney, Province of Munster: The Best Sacred & Religious Sites
Forget fashionable footwear, only your most comfortable shoes will cut it in Killarney. It's a walking town, and every trail is a history lesson. Journey on foot through Ireland's first national park, 26,000 acres of woodlands, sandstone mountains and low-lying lakes. When your feet wear out, take in Killarney National Park via boat from Ross Castle. And because there are more hotel beds in Killarney than in any other Irish town or city (besides Dublin), you'll always have a place to rest your head (and feet).
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1. St. Mary's Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 611 reviews
This imposing Catholic church is the city's best known architectural landmark.
Reviewed By vbyrne2010
We attended Vigil Mass in the Cathedral. Mass well attended. Celebrant was a young priest and gave a lovely homily. Beautiful Cathedral.
2. St. Mary's Church of Ireland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
The Church was built in 1870s on the site of former churches. It is thought to be the ancient site of the early churches from which the town gets its name "Church of the Sloes" in Irish is Cill Airne (Killarney). This church is noted for its matching set of vibrant stained glass windows, its organ (the church's acoustic is fabulous) and its decoration. It is situated between the Hotel sector and the main shopping area. Many visitors pop in to see the beautiful interior, to pray and light a candle, or for our free concerts which take place in the summer season. The concert programme features visiting choirs and orchestras from around the world. These concerts are free; we invite donations after the concert for our Restoration Appeal. Occasionally there is a ticketed concert (available on the door) to raise money for other causes. All concerts are advertised on the notice board (and our Facebook page) and all start at 8pm. We are especially proud to host each year the Spraoi Chiarrai concerts that feature local young Irish musicians who are being given their first taste of public performance. They play traditional Irish music on traditional instruments. The local Schools of music and dance also have concerts; it can be quite never wracking for these young people as it is their first time in public. This is the Church of Ireland building (not to be confused with the Roman Catholic Cathedral also called St Mary's on the other side of town).
Reviewed By Anniebannie1981 - Cork, Ireland
It's wasn't my first time to Killarney, but it was my first time to visit this Church today. I was the only person visiting this amazing church. Loved the stained glass windows and the tranquility that was inside the walls of this lovely church, which is located off the Main Street in Killarney. A Holy Well of St Mary is located across the street and was something that I had never seen before, and this church also had a number of visitor leaflets and a place to light a candle. Would recommend and hopefully will visit again the next time I visit the welcoming place of Killarney.
3. Aghadoe Church and Round Tower
4. Franciscan Friary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By nancyhC4635FQ
I loved this church, the Mass was relevant and timely even for us as Americans visiting. It lasted about 40 minutes. The church is beautiful and historic worth a visit if you are interested in church architecture and art.
5. Killarney Methodist Church
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By wonder-luster - Singapore, Singapore
We attended the 9am service and the congregation was really very small. Roadside parking was plentiful at that time and free on Sundays. The preacher and church people were a friendly bunch and made us feel welcome. My husband even became one of the scripture reader for the service. The preacher, a retired doctor, connected immediately with my daughter who is a medical student but in any case, he is a very friendly man who made all of us at home. I will visit again if I am in Kerry.
6. Muckross Abbey
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4.5 based on 1,421 reviews
Reviewed By irishjess - Ireland, null
As part of our staycation in Killarney we done some of the tourist attractions, the abbey was one what a beautiful piece of history and so well kept .. well worth a visit . Even the deer was so friendly.
7. Prince of Peace Church
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
