The Laurels Pub

Buckey's is the bar of the Arbutus Hotel in Killarney and is named after its founder. It is a good place to catch some traditional Irish music as there are nightly sessions very …

O’Connor’s is a good spot for a pint and some craic. Entertainment varies from live music and theatre to whiskey, gin or beer tasting nights. They have a loft upstairs where they serve traditional Irish pub …

An traditional wood-lined bar with whiskey and beers. There are traditional music sessions during the week and DJs at the …

This warm traditional pub provides hearty home-made food and musical entertainment. Popular with both tourists and …

Kate Kearney, a reputed witch, was famous for her wicked brews, and now her legacy lives on in her cottage. Situated at the entrance to the magnificent Gap of Dunloe, the cottage offers full bar facilities and bar food as well as crafts for sale. During the Summer months they organise traditional entertainment every …

McSorley’s is a popular choice for music lovers, attracted by great live bands and DJs. There is a nightclub and traditional music in the main bar. It is open every night during Summer. They also provide accommodation upstairs, so you don't have to go far to have …

The Killarney Grand Hotel provides traditional music sessions or live gigs in its bar until 11pm. Then, it turns into a disco club with DJs staying until late …

Bunkers Bar and Restaurant is situated in Killorglin, along the Ring of Kerry. Here you can eat some wholesome food and a homemade dessert to get ready for your road trip. Sports and races are shown on the TV's big screen during the day and live music entertainment takes place at …

Baily’s Corner is on Castle Street, the bustling main shopping street in the historic centre of Tralee. During the day it’s the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of Kerry’s county capital, at night it's great to enjoy the banter of a typical Irish …

Spillane’s is a long established bar and restaurant situated on the scenic Maharees Peninsula, very close to the sea. Here you'll find a bit of everything: hamburgers, steaks, seafood, pizza and, of course, Guinness …

The Munster Bar is just outside Tralee's city centre and is another traditional pub: there's always a sports match being shown on the screen, dark beer and Irish food are served all day, and traditional music sessions are occasionally …

O'Grady's is a family-run B&B with an Irish pub and plenty of rooms. It's in the centre of Killorglin town, which makes it a good place to make a stop if you're driving on the Ring of …

Larkin's is nestled in the heart of Kerry between the McGillycuddys Reeks and the Dingle Peninsula. With a cosy pub, comfortable accommodation and an old world restaurant, Larkins is the place to plan your Kerry …

Fertha Bar and Restaurant located on the Ring of Kerry and close to free car parking. Known locally for serving traditional meals in a friendly setting, it also offers lighter options like salads and wraps. Also, remember to ask if there are any live music nights this …

The owners of John Benny's Pub are musicians and often host traditional music sessions. While you enjoy the music, you can grab a bite of delicious pub food and try the local beer, the Tom Crean’s Premium Irish Lager. If you prefer something darker, they serve Guinness beer as …

P. F. McCarthy's is an old, popular Irish pub in Kenmare with a wide range of speciality draft beers, but serving all kinds of drinks. Thursday nights are livened up by artists playing traditional Irish music, but also rock, folk and original songs. They also have a beer garden for the warmer …

Opened since 1899, Dick Mack's is a pub and brewery that has been awarded "Best Whiskey Bar of the Year" in 2016. The brewery is open for tours and it has a courtyard where you can enjoy some outdoor live …