You don't need to build yourself a time machine to journey into the past — just check out Irish Famine Cottages. This open-air museum lets you walk through history and find out what life was like many years ago.

You'll soon see why this Ventry open-air museum is popular with travelers. If you're looking for more to explore, Slea Head, Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium, and Ventry Beach are in this area as well. They won't take very long to get to from Irish Famine Cottages.

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Brennan Court Guest Accommodation

Castletroy

$607

per person

Nov 15 - Nov 19

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Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)

9/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)

The only thing was someone smoked in the non smoking living room.

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

Luxury Lodges in Doolin Village

$2,638

per person

Nov 23 - Nov 29

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Minneapolis (MSP) to Shannon (SNN)

10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)

Clean and upscale. Beautiful location w incredible views of beach and town

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Shannon Oaks Apartments

$812

per person

Dec 27 - Dec 31

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Roundtrip flight included

New York (NYC) to Shannon (SNN)

7/10 Good! (22 reviews)

It was good place and we enjoyed our stay

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024

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Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach

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Dingle Sightseeing Private Tour For Slea Head Drive

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Exhilarating Rib experience - Dingle sea safari

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