Dunloe Upper Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

I loved the place. Despite its popularity and horse drawn tourist carts it has atmosphere. There's an attractive bleakness about it that was like a magnet for us.
I loved the place. Despite its popularity and horse drawn tourist carts it has atmosphere. There's an attractive bleakness about it that was like a magnet for us.
There are several stone bridges along the way that tourists can't get enough of, The Gap of Dunloe is a narrow mountain pass forged between the MacGillycuddy Reeks and Purple Mountain by glacial flows. The river running through the gap is the river Loe from where the Gap gets its name. The Gap begins at Kate Kearney's Cottage. The road, narrow in many places, winds through the pass and descends into The Black Valley passing five lakes, Coosaun Lough, Black Lake, Cushnavally Lake, Auger Lake and Black Lough. Within easy walking distance from Kate Kearney's cottage is a picturesque old bridge known as the 'Wishing Bridge'. It is said that wishes made here really do come true! The Gap is approximately 11 km from north to south. You can hire a jaunting car (horse drawn wagon) to travel through the Pass and take a boat back to Killarney from Lord Brandon's cottage at the other end.
The gap of Donloe is one of the best hidden secrets in Ireland. The road passes through some beautiful scenes and Ireland's highest mountains. The narrow roads make it almost impossible for two way pass through keeping the crowds away. The best way is to drive tiny car or take a horse carriage ride. #trovember #hiddengems #kerry #ireland
Amazing hike with plenty of places to take a photograph
Silver Birch House

Silver Birch House

3.5 out of 5
Dunloe Upper County Kerry
The price is Rp7.715.474 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
Rp7.715.474
Rp8.756.968 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Dunloe Upper. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Killarney National Park and Gap of Dunloe are located ...
We had a great stay, the house was a perfect base to cycle the gap. Definitely use the directions from the host, not from Expedia.

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2024

Silver Birch House
The Lake Hotel Killarney

The Lake Hotel Killarney

4 out of 5
On The Lake Shore Killarney Kerry
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Gorgeous view, Great rooms and service

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

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The Lake Hotel Killarney
Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa

Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Kenmare Square Killarney Kerry
The price is Rp2.381.745 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp2.381.745
Rp2.703.280 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (872 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, spotless rooms with everything you’d need. Walkable to shops, bars and restaurants. Perfect central location. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend and definitely will stay here again

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa
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Silver Birch House

Silver Birch House

3.5 out of 5
Dunloe Upper County Kerry
Stay at this cottage in Dunloe Upper. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Killarney National Park and Gap of Dunloe are located ...
We had a great stay, the house was a perfect base to cycle the gap. Definitely use the directions from the host, not from Expedia.

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2024

Silver Birch House
Park Place Apartments

Park Place Apartments

4 out of 5
High Street Killarney Kerry
Stay at this apartment in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (590 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

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The Reserve at Muckross

The Reserve at Muckross

4 out of 5
Muckross Road Killarney Kerry
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Killarney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (173 reviews)
The rooms were beautiful, clean, spacious, well laid out

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

The Reserve at Muckross
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Popular places to visit

Gap of Dunloe showing a river or creek, tranquil scenes and a bridge

Gap of Dunloe

As pretty as a postcard and only reachable by slow travel, this pass gives you time to breathe the clear air and see the beauty of every wildflower.

Gap of Dunloe

Dunloe Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Dunloe Upper at Dunloe Golf Course. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Dunloe Golf Course

Things to do

From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour

From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour

Rp782.916
per adult
From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour
Bike depot and Killarney National Park

Self-Guided Bike Tour of Killarney National Park, Muckross Gardens & Waterfall

Rp391.458
per adult
Self-Guided Bike Tour of Killarney National Park, Muckross Gardens & Waterfall
Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

Rp2.094.301
per adult
Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick

Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick

Rp1.084.138
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour from Limerick
Deros Ring of Kerry-Award Winning Tours

Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park

Rp1.076.510
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park
Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs from Kenmare.

Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs from Kenmare.

Rp3.268.676
per adult
Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs from Kenmare.
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