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Ross Castle Killarney

There are great walking / cycling paths around Ross Castle

Ross Castle Killarney

A visit into Ross Castle is recommended take the Guided tour of the Castle; here you can also walk the Mining trail to Ross Island and the old Copper Mines. Copper was first mined in Killarney 4000 Years ago. Opening Hours
11 March - 27 October Daily 9.30 - 17.45
Average length of visit: 1 hour
Last admission 45 minutes before closing
All groups of 10 people or more must be pre-booked

Admission Fees
C Adult: €6.00
Sen/Group: €4.00
Child/Student: €2.00
Family: €14.00

Ross Castle and Mangerton Mountain in the Background

Ross Castle Aerial Views

Ross Castle and Ross Island, copper was mined here over 4,000 years ago.
Today you can see some of the more recent mine shafts, one which has a green shade from the copper below.

Take a walk to the Copper Mines, Governors Rock & Library Point

Mining Hut at Ross Island