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





Description
This self-guided cycle tour of Killarney National Park, including Muckross Abbey & Gardens, and Torc waterfall, affords you maximum flexibility to enjoy Ireland's most unique landscape. Take safe, comfortable, well-maintained bikes to tour at your leisure. Avail of the map and information material provided to enrich this experience.
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Itinerary
Killarney National Park's main attraction, this beautiful house was built in 1839-1843. Queen Victoria stayed here. The gardens are world renowned for their spleandour and grandeur.
Built by the local Chieftan, McCarthy Mor, for the Franciscians in 1448 it remained for centuries an important center of religious culture untill sacked by Cromwell in 1652. A visit there today is an enchanting and spellbinding experience.
Gushing mountain falls, especially after rainfall, this attraction never fails to disappoint. A short path leads to this natural wonder.
Step back in time to Ireland in bygone years. Experience how everyday life was for the Irish centuries ago. Farming and household skills of yesteryear are on display. This is a functionng farm as worked before the time of mechanisation.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(259)
It was very easy to get bikes. They gave us a map and talked to us about the route we should take. The bikes were in good condition and was a very good idea. We would not have been able to see everything if we were just walking, and the roads were perfect to use the bike. I highly recommend renting a bike if you are doing the Muckross Abbey, Muckross House, and Torc Waterfall route. The bike place was perfectly located for the rental and was not too far from the first destination.
Phenomenal experience - all the guys working there were so helpful, fun, informative and highly entertaining ! The bikes were fabulous and so easy to operate. And the route was very pleasant and enjoyable ! Highly recommend renting here and doing this activity if you’re visiting the area!
Friendly and fun staff. They are ready to give lots of tips to make the most of your cycle around the park.
Service was quick and the staff were friendly and engaging, making the whole process easy. Being so close to Killarney National Park was a huge plus, especially riding with kids. Easy to reach the sights without a long trek beforehand. Would definitely recommend for families looking to explore the park by bike.
Save yourself and book directly through their website! Booking.com was more expensive and had limitations booking direct did not have. I was glad I looked first. Fantastic staff, orientation and pickup/drop off experience. The route they recommend helps you see all the major sites. The trails are easy and paved. The people who checked us in/out were funny and helpful. Highly recommended.
Great value for money.
We rode the electric mountain bikes up to Ross- castle. There we took a small boat that took us across the lakes. On arrival we ate something small at lord Brandon cottage (only pay cash) and drove the bite or Dunloe. The bikes could handle the steeper slopes without any problems. Definitely recommended to do this day trip.
Instructions were clear. Maps were extremely helpful. Gavin was friendly. Location was central to Muckross House, Muckross Abbey, Ross Castle. The park is pleasant, scenic, and well-paved for bicycles.
Cycling around Muckross was fantastic. The tourers are great bikes and our child loved her bike. The location and parking at the bike rental was perfect and the lads were really helpful. Following the map provided we went to the Abbey, Torc waterfall and the Torc loop walk, cooling off with a swim in Muckross lake and a super lunch at Muckross house. A day I will long remember with a big smile.
I would highly recommend recommending running bikes from this company. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The best part is that their shop is right across the street from the trails. So, you don’t have to bike on the at all. Beautiful sites to see on this ride. Very easy. We rented the regular pedal bikes and had a great time.



