Muckross Friary

 
3mi/5km south of Killarney in a lovely woodland setting, we come to Muckross Friary (15th C.: National Monument), one of the best-preserved Franciscan abbeys in Ireland. The church, with a massive central tower, contains a number of tombs. The very beautiful cloister is surrounded by arcading in different architectural styles, and in the center is a huge yew (a tree frequently found in monasteries, since it provided good wood for carving). Three flights of steps lead to the monastery rooms on the upper floor.

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Address: Killarney National Park, Muckross House, Killarney , Ireland
Hours:
June 15 to September 1: 10am-5pm
Tips: Last admission 45 minutes before closing.
Guides: Interpretive sessions sometimes available.

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