Kenmare is a charming, pituresque town nestled among the Caha mountains hence its Irish name Néidín meaning little nest. It is situated 12 kilometers from "Fishermans Cove" at the head of the Kenmare Bay where the Roughty river flows into the sea. The town was awarded the "Irelands tidiest small town" award in 1996 and the "Kerrys tidiest small town" award in 1997.It was also chosen by "The Irish Tourist Board" to become Kerrys first Heritage town,which inspired the construction of a Heritage Centre where the Tourism Office is located. Kenmare enjoys a well-deserved reputation for its excellent cuisine,due to it's geographical location fresh seafood is served in most restaurants. Kenmare's night life includes a night club and many Pubs where local musicians perform traditional Irish music regularly. Kenmare has inspired many Craft workers and Lace, Knitwear, Jewelery, Pottery, Wooden Crafts, Needlework and Paintings are created locally.

    The town boasts many outdoor activities and facilities:
  • Kenmare Golf Clubs scenic 18 hole seashore course.
  • A 9 hole pitch & putt course for those with a more casual attitude.
  • The areas breath-taking scenery can be experienced in all it's glorious splender during the many local hill and countryside walks organized by Kenmares well established Walking Club.
  • Enjoy the exhilarating watersports in the crystal clear waters of Kenmare Bay as you soak up the golden rays, at the Pier in the town.
  • Explore the natural wonders of Kenmare bay on its safari cruises which leave the pier daily.

    Some of the Towns Historical sites include:

  • Kenmare Stone Circle which is over 3,000 years old consists of 15 stones arranged in a circle.
  • The original Kenmare Suspension Bridge constructed in 1840 was the first of it's kind in Ireland,and was later replaced in 1932 by the present bridge.
  • The towns Catholic Church
  • Cromwells Bridge
  • Kenmare Pier
  • The 250 year old Kenmare Cemetary.
  • "Our Ladys Well" a centre of local devotion.
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