Our BnB hostess suggested we drive through Ballasheen Pass, sheep on mountains, green valleys, so many stone walls, very narrow twisty roads. Turned before Waterville, stopped in Sneem for Mullin’s Family Ice Cream which was delicious then on towards Kenmare, ocean not very visible except at turnouts. Moll’s Gap and Ladies view were gorgeous with beautiful views of Looscaunagh Lough, be sure to stop and soak the view in from a turnout and then on to Killarney.

We actually covered the route over 2 days. On day 1, we drove from Kinsale to Kenmare and spent a night. En route we were able to visit the attractions in / around the Killarney National Park(Muckross/Torc/Ross etc.) leisurely including a walk in the beautiful Gap of Dunloe, which is otherwise impossible to fit into a rushed day trip. On Day 2, we made an early start from Kenmare (gaining a headstart over the buses and tour groups), and drove clockwise along the route finally spending a night in Dingle town after. The route offers a diverse mix of scenery and landscapes. We made several stops including Sneem, Staigue Fort, Carrols Cove, Derrynane Hse and Beach, Portmagee (incl a minor detour into Valentia island). An enjoyable experience overall. We didn't have time to include Skellig Michael, where you need at least another dy to such an itinerary.

We were staying in Kinsale and driving along the coast and visiting different towns and places of interest over the weekend. So many fantastic places to eat, the seafood was off the scale ! Everyone was so friendly and the views are remarkable. What a beautiful place.

We tried to follow the suggested route in a Rick Steves guidebook, but found that we liked stopping here and there and taking a different turn, so there really is no right or wrong way to travel here, except of course if you don't visit. We had fun pulling to the side of the road and admiring the views whenever we pleased, climbing the forts along the way, and enjoying nature at its finest. So, make a rough plan for the day, pack some food and drinks, and stop at the places that speak to you.

Driving the full Ring of Kerry will take you 3+ hours - driving on winding and sometimes very narrow roads. There are many points along the way to stop and take pictures - the pictures don't do the views justice! Plan exra time for the stops - they are worth it!

We went there as a tour group. Along the way on the bus, we continually see beautiful views. We stopped at a few places for photos. We also stopped for lunch breaks. Lunch was great, I had Shepard’s pie. It was like paradise. Views from the restaurant were great.