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Welcome to Kerry

Known the world over for its rugged natural beauty, artistic culture and warm hospitality, Kerry is a place where visitors, businesses and communities can truly thrive. Whether you’re planning a visit, exploring opportunities to work in Kerry, living in Kerry or thinking of relocating, you’ll find a county rich in heritage, innovation and connection.

As the year unfolds, Kerry shines in every season. Our celebrated coastline and national parks offer space to breathe, explore and dream, while our vibrant towns, creative communities and thriving businesses are always ready to welcome you — all year round.

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Be Inspired!

Whether you’re planning action-packed school holidays, festival-filled weekends, or relaxed outdoor escapes, Kerry has something for everyone. From beach days and forest trails to lively summer festivals and family adventures, you’ll find endless ways to make memories. There’s so much more to this magical place than you might expect — from rich culture and welcoming communities to creative, innovative local industries.

Stories from Kerry

Grounded in heritage yet open to ideas, Kerry is a place to gain and share perspective. Keep exploring the county with our latest blogs. Read All Blogs

Sustainability
AquaTerra Boat Tours Ireland’s First Blue Flag Marine Tourism Boat

A major milestone for sustainable tourism in Kerry has been achieved as AquaTerra Boat Tours celebrates receiving a prestigious Blue Flag award for its marine tourism vessel, Skellig Bounty . Run by family business owners Elizabeth Mc Cooey and Brendan Curtin, AquaTerra has become the first marine…

Events
Catch of the Day: From Dingle to London to New York

There are some stories in Kerry that continue to be shared long after the moment itself. One of these is the Dingle Sturgeon Story of 1966, which now forms the basis of the theatre production Catch of the Day . Set in a Dingle pub, the show follows tourists who become part of a retelling of the story…

Festivals
North Kerry Stories: Exploring the Town of Writers and Storytellers

Tucked along the banks of the River Feale in North Kerry, Listowel has long held a special place in Ireland’s storytelling tradition. Often referred to as the “Literary Capital of Kerry,” the heritage town has produced generations of celebrated playwrights, poets and authors whose works continue to…