Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Dunloe Upper February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Dunloe Upper](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunloe-Upper-Hotels.d810953079198593024.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Dunloe Upper Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Dunloe-Upper.d810953079198593024.Car-Hire-Guide)[Dunloe Upper Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunloe-Upper.d810953079198593024.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Dunloe Upper ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Dunloe Upper Types of activities [Dunloe Upper travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunloe-Upper.dx810953079198593024) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/810953079198593024/0234c22b-f317-4f27-ba06-8c2e5b61a72d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/810953079198593024/0234c22b-f317-4f27-ba06-8c2e5b61a72d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/810953079198593024/f135719b-1cfc-4645-8a93-5e80e70f3559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/810953079198593024/3011c102-a371-43ca-80d8-5b0f8b05ac70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Amazing hike with plenty of places to take a photograph](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/810953079198593024/1fb5d2a6-92eb-4489-b68c-a43dbd68c3fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Dunloe Upper Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Dunloe Upper has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Dunloe Upper, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Dunloe Upper with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Dunloe Upper Dunloe Upper is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Dunloe Upper, and make it a breeze to explore Dunloe Upper and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Dunloe Upper to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Dunloe Upper, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Dunloe Upper. #### Dunloe Upper attractions Dunloe Upper has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Dunloe Upper to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Dunloe Upper. Looking for things to do in Dunloe Upper can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Dunloe Upper or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Dunloe Upper attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Killarney National Park Established in 1932 to protect one of the country’s most precious natural habitats and stretching over 25,000 acres, Ireland’s first national park was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1982, an award given to areas that demonstrate a balanced relationship between people and nature. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Killarney-National-Park-Killarney.d6090214.Attraction) ![Muckross Abbey showing a castle, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090219/08de8e51-5ac3-4d4c-ad6d-82041667fac0.jpg) ### 2\. Ross Castle Whether arriving by boat after your trip through the Gap of Dunloe or by land along the Kerry Way, find historic Ross Castle standing serenely over beautiful Lough Leane. See a very well-preserved example of a medieval castle from outside and in. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ross-Castle-Killarney.d6090217.Attraction) ![Ross Castle which includes a river or creek, chateau or palace and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090217/ec0b8e28-9be3-46e9-9bca-40487cb27e14.jpg) ### 3\. Muckross House At Muckross House visit a beautiful aristocratic home, wander through extensive gardens and learn about traditional farming culture. Explore a grand estate with many different perspectives of Ireland’s history. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Muckross-House-Killarney.d6090223.Attraction) ![Muckross House showing a castle, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090223/433db01e-c90f-45c8-9b55-b691038cde2e.jpg) ### 4\. Gap of Dunloe Look for a spot where two rocky walls rise up on either side of a narrow road winding out to the green horizon and you will have found the Gap of Dunloe. This breathtaking glacial valley cuts through the mountain range of the MacGillicuddy Reeks to the west and Purple Mountain to the east. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gap-Of-Dunloe-Dunloe-Upper.d6090225.Attraction) ![Gap of Dunloe showing a river or creek, tranquil scenes and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090225/f0079f7b-23c6-49dc-b551-80b71e8398d1.jpg) ### 5\. Muckross Abbey Once a monastery where monks whispered their daily prayers, now a fascinating site of mossy ruins, find Muckross Abbey deep in Killarney National Park. Wander through rooms with a turbulent history of violence and destruction. You can now sit peacefully among the trees and flowers that grow around them. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Muckross-Abbey-Killarney.d6090219.Attraction) ![Muckross Abbey which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090219/90d69e27-cd20-4311-bbcf-6b4095c11512.jpg) ### 6\. Torc Waterfall Follow the sounds of the rushing stream and reach a forest clearing to find Torc Waterfall. Here the fresh, clear water of the Owengarriff River crashes over ancient rocks, sending spray up into the cool air. The waterfall is over 65 feet (20 meters) high. After rainfall, which is frequent in this area, it is even more impressive. Stand, watch and be mesmerized by the rushing water passing through a narrow rocky gap between leafy green. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torc-Waterfall-Killarney.d6156978.Attraction) ![Torc Waterfall which includes forest scenes and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156978/0132c233-e364-4a3c-b01d-024154fc12f7.jpg) ### 7\. St. Mary's Cathedral Step inside Killarney Cathedral, one of the largest churches in Ireland, to find a peaceful, beautiful church with gorgeous stained glass, carrying living history on its walls. Also known as St. Mary’s Cathedral or the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, this is an important landmark in Killarney and one that brings pride to its citizens. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Marys-Cathedral-Killarney.d6090211.Attraction) ![Killarney Cathedral featuring heritage elements, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090211/bb0b85b9-1da7-4d2d-8bb8-3b4e22a35d10.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Dunloe Upper | Number of things to do | 84 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [An Epic Scavenger Hunt: O' My Killarney: Roving Through!](/things-to-do/killarney-scavenger-hunt-o-my-killarney-roving-through.a2570920.activity-details): £10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Killarney Hop - On, Hop - Off Tour](/things-to-do/killarney-hop-on-hop-off-tour.a1161590.activity-details)[From Killarney: Day Trip to Dingle](/things-to-do/from-killarney-day-trip-to-dingle.a5013223.activity-details)[1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-ring-of-kerry-rail-tour.a181653.activity-details)[Killarney: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Killarney National Park](/things-to-do/killarney-hop-on-hop-off-big-red-bus-in-killarney-co-kerry.a47301386.activity-details)[From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-killarney-ring-of-kerry-mountain-road-1-day-bus-tour.a4771078.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.](/things-to-do/killarney-national-park-horseback-ride-co-kerry-guided-1-hour.a999270.activity-details)[Killarney Highlights Walk – Castle Lake Carriage Ride](/things-to-do/horse-carriage-ride-through-killarn.a3513843.activity-details)[Killarney National Park Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/killarney-national-park-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a50677342.activity-details)[Ross Castle and Copper Mines Self Guided Walking Audio Tour](/things-to-do/ross-castle-and-copper-mines-self-guided-walking-audio-tour.a50678932.activity-details)[Kayak to Innisfallen island. Killarney. Guided. 21⁄2 hours.](/things-to-do/kayak-to-innisfallen-island-killarney-guided-21-2-hours.a3513770.activity-details) | | With kids | [Killarney Hop - On, Hop - Off Tour](/things-to-do/killarney-hop-on-hop-off-tour.a1161590.activity-details)[From Killarney: Day Trip to Dingle](/things-to-do/from-killarney-day-trip-to-dingle.a5013223.activity-details)[1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-ring-of-kerry-rail-tour.a181653.activity-details)[Killarney: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Killarney National Park](/things-to-do/killarney-hop-on-hop-off-big-red-bus-in-killarney-co-kerry.a47301386.activity-details)[From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-killarney-ring-of-kerry-mountain-road-1-day-bus-tour.a4771078.activity-details) | ## What to do in Dunloe Upper --- ### Popular places to visit ![Gap of Dunloe showing a river or creek, tranquil scenes and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090225/f0079f7b-23c6-49dc-b551-80b71e8398d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gap of Dunloe 4.5/5(23 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gap-Of-Dunloe-Dunloe-Upper.d6090225.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunloe-Golf-Course-County-Kerry.d6174026.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Dunloe Upper ![Muckross House featuring a garden, heritage architecture and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090223/521dc055-7567-4a55-b425-aa463eec096d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Killarney ![Glencar showing road cycling, mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174891/fc9c94b9-ab17-41b5-b132-867ac7efdb3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Glencar ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app