Top Things to do in County Kerry
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What to do and see in County Kerry, Province of Munster: The Best History Museums
Discover the best top things to do in County Kerry, Ireland including The North Kerry Museum, Musaem Chorca Dhuibhne, Blennerville Windmill, Kerry County Museum, Muckross Traditional Farms, Valentia Heritage Centre, Celtic and Prehistoric Museum, Listowel Military Museum, An Diseart, Kerry Bog Village Museum.
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1. The North Kerry Museum
2. Musaem Chorca Dhuibhne
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
A small museum with displays on the geology, archaeology and history of the Dingle Peninsula, as well as changing temporary exhibitions. With artefacts on loan from the National Museum of Ireland, as well as those sourced locally, this is where you will get a good idea of how people lived in the area from the time of the first known settlers in the late Mesolithic. The museum text is displayed in Irish (Gaelic) and English, and translations are also available in German, French, Polish and Norwegian. The museum has been involved in the Museum Standards for Ireland Programme (MSPI), managed by the Heritage Council, and is a Fully Accredited Museum. Interactive touch-screen displays are available on topics of the Irish Language (learn a few words!), Ogham stones (with fun games included) and the Early Medieval Period - with so many sites from that time to be found in the area. The café/bookstore has many book choices for those learning Irish, and for children
3. Blennerville Windmill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 338 reviews
Reviewed By T8667AKkimb - Dublin, Ireland
Myself and my family had such an enjoyable tour of this windmill. We were aged from 2 to 60 and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Donal was our tour guide and not only was he a fountain of knowledge he was so funny and great with my 5 year old daughter. The tour is very interactive which keeps it engaging. There are some lovely photo opportunities afterwards of the windmill aswell as a lovely miniature train tracks. Would highly recommend a visit.
4. Kerry County Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 448 reviews
LOCATED in the Ashe Memorial Hall adjacent to Tralee Town Park, we offer a fascinating introduction to the Kingdom’s distinctive history and heritage. Winner of many prestigious awards, the Museum offers a wide range of permanent displays and special exhibitions. CASEMENT IN KERRY: A REVOLUTIONARY JOURNEY commemorates Roger Casement’s landing in Banna in 1916, one of the significant events of the Easter Rising to happen outside of Dublin. Countless artefacts on display in the MUSEUM GALLERY illustrate the turbulent history and fascinating archaeology of the county. You can even dress up as Tom Crean, Kerry’s most famous explorer, in the ANTARCTICA EXHIBITION. Become an archaeologist in the museum’s exciting tactile exhibition BONE INVESTIGATORS. Travel back in time and relive life in Tralee in 1450 in the MEDIEVAL EXPERIENCE. Dress up in costume and stroll through the reconstructed medieval streets and houses complete with the sounds and smells of the era - a treat for all the family!
Reviewed By W5832SIhughm
Engaging, well thought out, clear and concise overview of Irish History. The interactive exhibits were limited by Covid-19
5. Muckross Traditional Farms
6. Valentia Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
7. Celtic and Prehistoric Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By terryfZ857GO
My husband and I happened across this amazing museum as we were walking through the beautiful countryside. We were captivated by the prehistoric tools, weapons, and sculptures. The owner was friendly and allowed us to take our time seeing Stone Age, Bronze Age, Celtic Iron Age, and Viking artifacts. We saw an enormous Woolly Mammoth skull and a Cave Bear skeleton as well as a fossilized dinosaur egg nest. The gift shop was full of lovely local handicrafts, as well as beautiful items from the owner's travels. I highly recommend this gem of of a museum. The price was so reasonable and the exhibits were fascinating.
8. Listowel Military Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
A must see location when you visit Listowel on holidays,shopping or business. Ladies if you are visiting Listowel for a shopping trip why not let your partner or family come to our museum we are directly opposite the Tae Lane Boutique and the museum is open 1030/1730 Tuesday/Saturday all year. We have a fabulous display of military/historical items and memorabilia WW1 to present time.
9. An Diseart
10. Kerry Bog Village Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 328 reviews
Reviewed By Tomloo - Blackwood, United States
Such a great walk through history. Owner and workers were so welcoming and helpful. Great displays, Irish coffee was delicious and the gift shop was great.
