Killarney Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Explore Killarney’s landmarks on the Big Red Bus. Hop on/off at Ross Castle, Muckross House, Torc Waterfall, and more. Discover local folklore with expert guides.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ross Castle - Built in the 15th century by one of the O’Donoghue-Ross chieftains, Ross Castle was the last stronghold in Munster to hold out against Oliver Cromwell. It was eventually taken by General Ludlow in 1652. Also there are the remains of one of Europe’s oldest copper mines which date back to 2400BC. Take a walk around the island and see…
What's Included
  • Professional Tour Guide
Additional Information

Tickets are not timed, they are a day-pass and passengers can get on an off the bus at any time during the day between 9.30am-5.30pm. See Killarney like never before on the Big Red Bus. Our hop-on/hop-off tour takes in all of Killarney’s most treasured landmarks: from the breathtaking panoramic views and trails at Ross Castle on the banks of Lough Leane…

Location
Mission Road
Find our Bus Stop behind Killarney Plaza Hotel. The bus stop is 200 metres from Discover Ireland Tourist Office
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Cgolfchick
Jun 16, 2025
Great way to get around to see the sites in Killarney! - Great way to get around to see the sites in Killarney!! The drivers were nice and knowledgeable! The bus arrived close to the publish schedule, even with heavy traffic. It was a nice way to see the area on a very rainy day.
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Penny_l
May 16, 2025
Bus driver kept to the... - Bus driver kept to the schedule. Very informative. Great way to see sights in and around Killarney. Muckross House estate well worth a visit!
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Debinaz
Apr 29, 2025
Don't fight the traffic - The bus went to the busy stops in the Park. No worries about finding a parking place or fighting the traffic. Each stop was announced and the driver told us about the timetable. The driver was funny, kind and caring. There was a lady who could not understand she was on a tour bus. She had her luggage and thought she was going to the airport...The driver kindly took her to the express bus stop and even carried her luggage for her. He waited for us when we were a little late....
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Steveward2018
Apr 28, 2025
Hits all the main spots - Runs once per hour starting at 9:30 downtown. It hits all the main spots. But you need to stay an hour each time you get off.
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Nessa_r
Jun 12, 2025
A great way to see top Killarney sights. - Be there on time for departure! We enjoyed this activity but almost missed the first bus by a minute. The driver will not wait for late family members. I’ve on the bus the ride was comfortable and the stops were enjoyable.
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Michael_k
Jun 2, 2025
Lost at Ross Castle - I think the red bus needs more bus stop flags indicating where they pick up people outside of mission street. For those that decided to walk from one stop to another.
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Georsadd_g
Jun 2, 2025
Very convenient if you're... - Very convenient if you're visiting the national park without a car. The pick-up at each stop was mostly on time, and our driver was helpful—he even let me leave my larger bag on the bus. The Ross Castle stop could be better timed, though; you don’t really need a full hour to explore the area, and the castle tour schedule doesn’t align well with the bus pick-up time.
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Mark_i
Jun 1, 2025
Happy hopping on and off. - Pat our driver was great. Gave us good advice on where to spend time. We enjoyed all of the stops especially the fall, the castle and Muckross house where we had a wonderful lunch.
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Rick_m
Apr 26, 2025
Great way to explore Killarney National Park - At the time we travelled the pick up point had been changed as the normal stop was under construction. Finding the new pick up point was not well marked or communicated. And, with the red double decker bus in the shop, it was even more difficult
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Lisa_t
May 31, 2025
Not a normal hop on hop off experience. - The bus makes one continuous loop. If you get off it is a minimum of one hour to get back on. The driver Pat was a tad bit grumpy, If you are merely looking for transportation that is less expensive than a cab ride it fits your needs otherwise I would not recommend.
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From $18
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).