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Kylemore Abbey
Child friendly
romantic
Local Authentic
Child friendly
romantic
Local Authentic
Child friendly
romantic
Local Authentic
Child friendly
romantic
Local Authentic
Child friendly
romantic
Local Authentic
Child friendly
romantic
Local Authentic
1 hour - half day

Kylemore Abbey

Experience serenity and heritage in the Connemara hills at the iconic Kylemore Abbey. Historic Benedictine abbey with Victorian gardens and lakeside walks in Connemara.

Kylemore Abbey

A Lakeside Legacy

Originally a 19th-century castle turned Benedictine monastery, Kylemore Abbey is one of Ireland’s most photographed sites — complete with Victorian walled gardens, woodland walks, and Gothic chapel.

What to See and Do

Tour the restored abbey rooms, explore six acres of gardens, and visit the cathedral-like chapel. Don’t miss the tea house and craft shop run by Benedictine nuns.

Fun Fact

Kylemore’s garden is the largest walled garden in the west of Ireland.

Local Insight

Visit early morning for magical reflections in the lake — perfect photo op.

Tip

# Travel Tips  
- Parking is free and entry tickets can be booked online with Real Ireland Discount.  
- Bring walking shoes for garden and woodland paths.  
- Allow 2 – 3 hours for full experience.

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