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The Blackthorn HouseHouse · 10 ydExplorer Tom Blackthorn House in Killarney would order a double chipper with extra gravy for its pilasters. It’s been renovated so many times it’s lost its original personality but kept its good taste. A handy spot to stretch your legs and your imagination.
CourtneyHouse · 14 ydExplorer Tom Courtney in Killarney would win the lotto and immediately buy a bigger hat to match its canted window. It’s a terraced house with a pub front, so it’s basically a party animal trapped in stone. Walk past slowly like you're in a film, because that oriel window is doing a lot of work.
Holy well in KillarneyHoly well · 194 ydExplorer Tom This holy well in Killarney got paved over by some fancy new shop, but locals swear there’s a tunnel straight to the pub cellar underneath it all. It’s basically a secret door that nobody has found yet because everyone is too busy shopping. Practise your Irish on it, it won't correct you.
Kerry 2nd Brigade of the Irish Republican ArmyMemorial · 272 ydExplorer Tom Kerry 2nd Brigade of the Irish Republican Army would post “Still standing, still strong” on social media with a picture of a cloud that looks suspiciously like a rifle if you squint hard enough. It’s a memorial to a group with some serious local pride, and they definitely know how to keep a secret or two. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me.
Ladys WellHoly well · 273 ydExplorer Tom Ladys Well in Killarney sits in the town hall car park, which is where every good story goes to die of boredom. The whole parish argued about who owned it, but it’s just a well with coins and a slate roof. Walk past slowly like you're in a film.
Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty MemorialMemorial · 339 ydExplorer Tom The Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty Memorial in County Kerry thinks the road leading to it is a personal insult to its dignity and posture. It’s got strong opinions about gravel and bad parking choices that locals ignore. Mind the nettles, they're the real guards here.
Jaunting ToursHeritage attraction · 345 ydExplorer Tom Jaunting Tours claims it took forty-seven cups of tea to build the first car, but I suspect it was actually just one very strong brew and a lot of stubborn Irish determination. It’s where you go when you want to feel like a local without having to ask for directions in Gaelic. Ideal stop for a big stretch and a bigger yawn.
Red Deer of IrelandSculpture · 396 ydExplorer Tom Red Deer of Ireland stands there looking like the mother-in-law who designed it finally got her own monument. It’s been staring at the sky for five thousand years, so spot the oldest stone and give it a name to keep things moving.
Ginkgo470 ydExplorer Tom This Ginkgo in County Kerry thinks Dublin tourists are loud and wear too many hats. It’s been around longer than their excuses for being late. Sit on a wall near it and pretend you're in a painting.
Giant Sequoia658 ydExplorer Tom A Giant Sequoia in County Kerry would tell teenagers the 1800s were all about slow fashion and no Wi-Fi. It’s definitely not from here, but who cares? Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.
Circular WalkWalking route · 1382 ydExplorer Tom Circular Walk in County Kerry hosted a dance last year that went too far because someone spilled punch on the grass and everyone slipped simultaneously. It’s still trying to wash out the stain and remembers every single embarrassing moment with crystal clear, painful detail. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.
River WalkWalking route · 1704 ydExplorer Tom River Walk had an escape plan involving a jaunting car and a very confused horse, which is why it's always wandering off. The water looks deep enough to swallow your secrets whole without a hiccup. Take the long way round, it deserves the effort.
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