beaches kerry

Rossbeigh is a gorgeous beach located just five minutes drive from Glenbeigh, a small tourist village located on the Ring of Kerry. Drive along the sea front until you find the perfect parking space where you can walk down the rocks/path to meet the long sandy shore.
The beach has some great waves and is patrolled by lifeguards at designated times during the summer months.
If you’re bringing the kids be sure to have a bucket and spade on hand and you can...

Located southwest of Ventry on the Dingle Peninsula, is this very popular Blue Flag Beach.  Access to the beach, can be gained just outside Ventry Village. When you arrive you can relax on the sandy strand, explore the small dunes or bring the dog for a walk in the extensive wet grasslands!...

Maherbeg is one the many sandy beaches to be found on the Maharees Peninsula. It can be found in Castlegregory, which is located on the north side of the Dingle Peninsula, halfway between Tralee and Dingle.
Stroll along the vast coastline and let the magnificent waves crash at your feet. Wander around the secretive dunes or if you more energetic do a spot of surfing!
The area is renowned for its great watersports! Check out more about the area ...

This Blue Flag sandy beach can be found close to the harbour in the little fishing village of Fenit. The area is a designated natural heritage area important for flora and fauna.
The beach is just a short distance from the Tralee town, which is famous for its August festival, The Rose Of Tralee. 
You can watch the big ships come in and out of the harbour or perhaps you’d like to pay Tralee's very own aqurium, Tralee Ocean World, a visit....

Located just 7km from Tralee town, Banna is a gorgeous beach offering you the perfect place to relax and get away from it all!  Why not paddle in the clean waters or take a leisurely stroll along the strand.
The dunes at Banna are protected and are a designated area of conservation, Loads of rare plants and animals can be found around here – perfect for the wildlife enthusiast!...

Ballyheigue is a beautiful blue flag beach in North Kerry. The Beach runs from the village of Ballyheigue for 3km south. The beach ends at Black Rock, the outlet from Lough Akeragh.
This is a popular beach that is patrolled by lifeguards throughout the bathing season. In peak season you might prefer to go to Ballyheigue as it is generally not as busy as neighbouring beaches....

Ballybunion is known throughout the world for its fine beaches, warm waters and glorious views!
There are two commonly used beaches in Ballybunion, known as Ballybunion North and Ballybunion South.
These beaches are accessed by large, very steep concrete pavements and they are divided by a cliff. On this cliff you'll find the ruins of a very old castle. Unlike most beaches, Ballybunion has a history behind its beaches. The beach to the left of the castle is called the "Men's...

Derrynane Beach is a really wonderful stretch of white sandy shore, reaching as far as two rocky areas, which act as a border to the beach.
This Blue Flag Beach is renowned for its waves - perfect if you fancy doing a spot of surfing. If you are at the beach for the day, why not walk along the shore or perhaps you’d prefer to explore the park that lies just behind Derrynane beach....

Where an Inch is a mile - well as a matter of fact the beach is three miles long. Located on the main Killarney to Dingle Road, Inch beach has been a holiday makers favourite for years now!
The beach is actually a sand spit, which juts into the sea between Dingle Harbour and Castlemaine Harbour. It might even look familiar as it was the place where Ryan’s Daughter was famously filmed.
You’ll have to park on the sand so be careful of the tides. There is a very popular...

Situated just west of the harbour, Ballinskelligs beach can be found in South Kerry’s very own Irish speaking area, Ballinskelligs. The beach itself is actually a designated Natural Heritage area.
If you don’t fancy lying on the beach all day why not head across to Valentia Island, which is just a short drive from here. You can take a cruise from here to the famous Skellig Islands.
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