Ballinskelligs Castle Tours

Photo by Niki McDonagh
Photo by Niki McDonagh
Photo by Michelle Carpentier
Photo by Michelle Carpentier
There's much we can learn about the past from exploring old ruins. Travel back through history and ponder days gone by at Ballinskelligs Castle.

This once-important structure is on the to-do lists of many travelers to Ballinskelligs. But Ballinskelligs Castle isn't the area's only highlight. Waterville Golf Links, Waterville Beach, and Ballinskelligs Abbey are some other worthwhile sights close by.

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Killaloe Hotel & Spa

Killaloe Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
per person
Oct 6 - Oct 12
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (200 reviews)
Lovely hotel in a beautiful setting. Large comfortable room and a good breakfast.

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

The Lake Hotel Killarney

The Lake Hotel Killarney

4 out of 5
Castlelough
per person
Oct 6 - Oct 12
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Wonderful property, super helpful staff. Great view from the room (5th floor). Restaurant very nice, with good food and service. On/site parking. No hesitation in recommending.

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

8 Bedroomed House Steeped in History

8 Bedroomed House Steeped in History

2 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Oct 6 - Oct 12
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Shannon (SNN)
No reviews

Popular places to visit

Spectacular views while driving the Ring of Kerry!

Skelligs Chocolate Co.

Enjoy an outing to Skelligs Chocolate Co. during your stay in Ballinskelligs. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the golf courses.

Skelligs Chocolate Co.
Beautiful blue flag beach

Derrynane Bay Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Derrynane Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Caherdaniel. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Derrynane Bay Beach

Ballinesker Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ballinesker Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Ballinskelligs. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Ballinesker Beach

Ballinskelligs Abbey

Learn about the local history of Ballinskelligs when you take a trip to Ballinskelligs Abbey. Amble around the area's seaside, or seek out its golf courses.

Ballinskelligs Abbey

Siopa Chill Rialaig

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Siopa Chill Rialaig in Killbarly. Amble around the area's seaside, or seek out its golf courses.

Siopa Chill Rialaig

Waterville Golf Links

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Waterville at Waterville Golf Links. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars.

Waterville Golf Links

Best Lodging Options Near Ballinskelligs Castle

Butler Arms Hotel

Butler Arms Hotel

4 out of 5
New Line Road, Waterville, Kerry
Butler Arms Hotel
New Luxury 5* Beachside Lodge with Sauna - 4 beds ensuite - Spectacular Location

New Luxury 5* Beachside Lodge with Sauna - 4 beds ensuite - Spectacular Location

Kerry
New Luxury 5* Beachside Lodge with Sauna - 4 beds ensuite - Spectacular Location
Luxury Seaside Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Waterville, Ring of Kerry

Luxury Seaside Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Waterville, Ring of Kerry

Kerry
Luxury Seaside Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Waterville, Ring of Kerry
5* holiday home overlooking Lough Currane Free Wifi Near Hogs Head Golf Course

5* holiday home overlooking Lough Currane Free Wifi Near Hogs Head Golf Course

Waterville
5* holiday home overlooking Lough Currane Free Wifi Near Hogs Head Golf Course
Seagull Cottage B&B

Seagull Cottage B&B

4 out of 5
Seagull Cottage, Portmagee, Portmagee, County Kerry
Seagull Cottage B&B
The Royal Valentia Hotel

The Royal Valentia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Market Street, Knightstown, Valentia Island, Kerry
The Royal Valentia Hotel
Valentia Skellig Rooms

Valentia Skellig Rooms

2 out of 5
17 Glór Na Farraige, Valentia Island, KY
Valentia Skellig Rooms
Quinlan & Cooke Boutique Townhouse

Quinlan & Cooke Boutique Townhouse

3.5 out of 5
3 Main Street, Cahirciveen, County Kerry
Quinlan & Cooke Boutique Townhouse
Traditional style Cottage in a quiet location close to the Kenmare Bay

Traditional style Cottage in a quiet location close to the Kenmare Bay

Coad Caherdaniel
Traditional style Cottage in a quiet location close to the Kenmare Bay
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