Tralee and County Kerry: A short guide of what to do in the place of our Digital Nomad Conference!

Tralee is not only the place for our highly anticipated Digital Nomad Conference: it is also County Kerry’s largest town! Located a mere 3h 30m from Dublin by car and 3h 50m by bus, the picturesque gem has a population of around 23,000 people and is surrounded by so many captivating attractions that you would need more time to explore everything!

Fortunately, we took the time to choose a few for you—not only in Tralee but in Kerry itself (the famous Ring of Kerry included!). Beaches, cliffs, pubs, historical sites: the county has an abundance of treasures waiting to be discovered. Have a look:

What to do in Tralee:

For a delightful breakfast or a refreshing ice cream, go to the enchanting Yummy Cafe, a visual treat perfect for your Instagram moments! For a classic Irish experience, visit Kirby’s, a legendary establishment good for pints and a feed. There, you can find everything from traditional Irish steak to veggie options. The Greyhound, Betty’s, Baily’s Corner, and Paddy Mac’s Pub are some options for cosy pubs.

Venture just 10 minutes from Tralee to the village of Spa, where Spa Seafoods awaits: a deli-style shop and bar with sea views! There, you can get not only fresh seafood but classic fish and chips. Ah, they have takeaway options too!

Tralee Aqua Dome

This can be very interesting if you are coming from a warm place: Tralee has one of the best indoor water parks in the country. It features swimming pools, saunas, flumes, and slides, not only for families but for anyone who fancies a fun day, no matter if it is cold and raining outside.

What to do near Tralee:

Beaches

First and foremost: there is no beach in Tralee Town, but they are a few minutes’ drive from there. The closest ones are Banna Beach (a 20-minute drive) and Camp Beach (a 20-minute drive). But the most impressive ones are in Ballybunion (a 30-minute drive).

Banna Beach stretches 10 kilometres along Tralee Bay and is the best for the ones who want to surf for the first time (yes, there’s a surf school there!), swim, stroll, or simply rest under the sun and stare at the Dingle Peninsula, the dunes, and the Atlantic Ocean. Ah, and don’t worry: there are accessible car parks, clean toilets, and outdoor showers there!

Camp Beach, on the other hand, is quieter, so you won’t face problems parking your car. But it is still close to restaurants and pubs, as Camp Village is nearby. You can swim there, but there are no lifeguards.

A bit further, Ballybunion hosts Men’s Beach (the largest), Ladies’ Beach, and Nun’s Beach (yes!). The three of them are surrounded by cliffs (there is even a Cliff Walk). Summer months can be busy, so plan accordingly.

Blennerville Windmill

Step back in time with a visit to Ireland’s largest working windmill. Constructed in 1800, it’s visible from miles away, as it is 21 meters high. With tickets starting from 6 Euros for students, it is open until 5:30 pm, Monday to Sunday. If you stay until the evening, you may catch a beautiful sunset.

Unmissable Things to Do in County Kerry:

Ring of Kerry

The Ring of Kerry is surely the best-known and most beautiful driving and cycling route in the entire country. Embark on a journey along the 179km circular route that can take up to 7 to 10 hours to complete by car if you make many stops, and 2.5 hours if you don’t stop anywhere.

Be prepared to explore mesmerizing mountains, beaches, rural coastal towns, and villages. The famous Killarney National Park, Ladies View, Ross Castle, Muckross Abbey, Torc Waterfall, The Kerry Cliffs, and Moll’s Gap are all part of the route.

The initial and end points are in the city of Killarney, which is also the meeting point for private tours if you don’t have a car. If you do, you can find the map and more information about the way here.

Killarney National Park

Although some of its points are already part of the Ring of Kerry, this park is so huge (over 102.9km²!) that it is an attraction in itself. It offers a blend of impressive castles, historical sites, and landscapes in which you can immerse yourself strolling, cycling, or driving.

Some of them are the Ross Castle, a medieval gem built at the end of the 15th Century and one of the last castles to surrender to Oliver Cromwell’s Roundheads; and the Muckross House, from 1843 and with 65 rooms in a Tudor style.

Beyond that, did we mention the stunning landscapes that you can contemplate while doing some of the easy walks over there? Is there any doubt that this park has to be on your list?

Dingle Peninsula

With breathtaking views, such as the Conor Pass (one of the highest mountain passes in Ireland at 410m above sea level!), the Slea Head Drive (which is a 46km route that can take up to 2 hours to finish and is as beautiful as the Ring of Kerry), and the Blasket Islands, the Dingle Peninsula is an awe-inspiring beauty in Kerry.

The closest town to there is Killarney, and you can stay overnight in the charming Dingle town. If the peninsula is on your list now, find out how to reach it via this link.

Did you miss our previous events? 

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While we are finalizing the location and lineup, we guarantee an unforgettable experience packed with networking, learning, and the craic that only Ireland can offer.

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