Title: Things to Do in Ballingeary in 2026 | Expedia.com [Ballingeary Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Ballingeary.dx10715)[Hotels in Ballingeary](https://expedia.com/Ballingeary-Hotels.d10715.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ballingeary](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballingeary.d10715.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Ballingeary](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ballingeary.d10715.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ballingeary Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Ballingeary.d10715.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Ballingeary ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ballingeary Types of activities [Ballingeary Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Ballingeary.dx10715) ![Breathtaking beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182128/e0e8c593-f4f7-4a9e-8cc6-0676060f2557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Breathtaking beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182128/e0e8c593-f4f7-4a9e-8cc6-0676060f2557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Misty sunrise & solitude ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182128/1b259541-6c7b-48f5-aa12-3c6e720c105b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182128/0cfbde35-4128-43f7-bebf-602ac4d99f50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Holy Well ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182128/747df0f4-d7fd-45ff-ba18-0602b8587b08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Ballingeary must see attractions ### 1\. Killarney National Park Killarney National Park is a wonderful expanse of mountains and lakes in Ireland’s southwestern corner. It has a mix of flora and fauna spread out across its dense woodland and mountain peaks. Enter the Victorian mansion of the Muckross House, Gardens and Traditional Farms for updated information from its visitor center. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Killarney-National-Park-Killarney.d6090214.Vacation-Attraction) ![Muckross Abbey showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090219/08de8e51-5ac3-4d4c-ad6d-82041667fac0.jpg) ### 2\. Ross Castle Whether arriving by boat after your trip through the Gap of Dunloe or by land along the Kerry Way, find historic Ross Castle standing serenely over beautiful Lough Leane. See a very well-preserved example of a medieval castle from outside and in. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Ross-Castle-Killarney.d6090217.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ross Castle which includes a river or creek, chateau or palace and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090217/ec0b8e28-9be3-46e9-9bca-40487cb27e14.jpg) ### 3\. Muckross House At Muckross House visit a beautiful aristocratic home, wander through extensive gardens and learn about traditional farming culture. Explore a grand estate with many different perspectives of Ireland’s history. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Muckross-House-Killarney.d6090223.Vacation-Attraction) ![Muckross House featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090223/433db01e-c90f-45c8-9b55-b691038cde2e.jpg) ### 4\. Gap of Dunloe Look for a spot where two rocky walls rise up on either side of a narrow road winding out to the green horizon and you will have found the Gap of Dunloe. This breathtaking glacial valley cuts through the mountain range of the MacGillicuddy Reeks to the west and Purple Mountain to the east. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Gap-Of-Dunloe-Dunloe-Upper.d6090225.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gap of Dunloe which includes a bridge, a river or creek and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090225/f0079f7b-23c6-49dc-b551-80b71e8398d1.jpg) ### 5\. Bantry House Visit Bantry House for an impressive collection of art, lavish furniture, paintings and tapestries. Many of these treasures were collected from around the world by the second Earl of Bantry. The earl's travels also inspired Bantry House's garden. Italianate in style, the garden features a number of terraces, providing spectacular views of a wisteria-encircled fountain, the sea and Whiddy Island. The garden also features the Hundred Steps, a steep staircase which provides a great view of the house. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Bantry-House-Bantry.d6090199.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bantry House and Garden featuring a park, a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090199/6b3d7ff5-e432-4b23-b155-ed4062269bee.jpg) ### 6\. Muckross Abbey Once a monastery where monks whispered their daily prayers, now a fascinating site of mossy ruins, find Muckross Abbey deep in Killarney National Park. Wander through rooms with a turbulent history of violence and destruction. You can now sit peacefully among the trees and flowers that grow around them. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Muckross-Abbey-Killarney.d6090219.Vacation-Attraction) ![Muckross Abbey featuring interior views, a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090219/90d69e27-cd20-4311-bbcf-6b4095c11512.jpg) ### 7\. Torc Waterfall Follow the sounds of the rushing stream and reach a forest clearing to find Torc Waterfall. Here the fresh, clear water of the Owengarriff River crashes over ancient rocks, sending spray up into the cool air. The waterfall is over 65 feet (20 meters) high. After rainfall, which is frequent in this area, it is even more impressive. Stand, watch and be mesmerized by the rushing water passing through a narrow rocky gap between leafy green. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Torc-Waterfall-Killarney.d6156978.Vacation-Attraction) ![Torc Waterfall which includes forest scenes and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156978/0132c233-e364-4a3c-b01d-024154fc12f7.jpg) ### 8\. St. Mary's Cathedral Step inside Killarney Cathedral, one of the largest churches in Ireland, to find a peaceful, beautiful church with gorgeous stained glass, carrying living history on its walls. Also known as St. Mary’s Cathedral or the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, this is an important landmark in Killarney and one that brings pride to its citizens. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/St-Marys-Cathedral-Killarney.d6090211.Vacation-Attraction) ![Killarney Cathedral showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090211/bb0b85b9-1da7-4d2d-8bb8-3b4e22a35d10.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Ballingeary | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Paint a Metal Miniature](/things-to-do/paint-a-metal-miniature.a2772270.activity-details): $19 | | Top 5 things to do | [Paint a Metal Miniature](/things-to-do/paint-a-metal-miniature.a2772270.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Paint a Metal Miniature](/things-to-do/paint-a-metal-miniature.a2772270.activity-details) | | With kids | | ## What to do in Ballingeary --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Ballingeary? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Ballingeary #### St. Finbarr's Oratory Learn about the local history of Gougane Barra when you take a trip to St. Finbarr's Oratory. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/St-Finbarrs-Oratory-Ballingeary.d968437453232844800.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Ballingeary ![Closeup of Drombeg Stone Circle on a green meadow in summer, County Cork, Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174288/8556097d-951e-4893-a6b2-c335d7fe68bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ballyvourney ![Breathtaking beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182128/e0e8c593-f4f7-4a9e-8cc6-0676060f2557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gougane Barra ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ballingeary worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Ballingeary? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Ballingeary? ### Is three days enough to stay in Ballingeary? ### What are some activities to do in Ballingeary with kids? ### What to do in Ballingeary for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Ballingeary? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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