Visit Innisfallen Island

From$20
60 minutes – 90 minutes
Killarney, Ireland

Full description

Innisfallen Island is a real hidden gem in Killarney. The monastery on Innisfallen was founded in the 7th century making it older than the monastery on Skellig Michael. Innisfallen is a magical place, with beautiful flora and fauna, if your lucky you might even see some of the Sika deer that live on the island. Ruins of a 12th century Augustinian Priory & Romanesque Church are still on the Island today for you to explore. There is limited access permitted to the island daily so be sure to book your place.

Included / Excluded

  • Boat Trip to Innisfallen Island

Itinerary

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Innisfallen Island is 1.5 km from Ross Castle, a monastery was founded here in 640 AD making it older than the monastery on Skellig Michael! Ruins of a 12th century Augustinian Priory & Romanesque Church are still on the Island today. Our tours leave daily on our traditional red boats at Reen Pier (near Ross Castle) from 10am-5pm daily and last 1-1.5 hrs. Boats leave every hour on the hour Explore this magical island & learn about its vast history.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Not a good experience.

They cancelled at the last minute. They could have provided other options for that time or had another boat. You should always have a plan B.

Liefie2000Aug 5, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Quick trip from Ross Castle- worth it!!

Gorgeous, mystical island with beautiful monastery ruins. Take the boats from behind Ross castle with no reservations. Hike around, see the deer and ruins

840courtneyjJul 1, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Tour didn't happen

Well, the tour we booked through Viator didn't happen. The local guide there told us that the boats we booked were no longer running and we were never notified. We called and spoke with Corey and he assured us of a refund and to find out what happened with our tour but we have yet to receive either the refund or the explanation. We just visited the island using the boats provided by the site and they were fantastic. Do not book this tour through Viator.

Carly_JJun 28, 2025VIATOR

Experience not just see

An amazing experience and place to experience. Not just see but experience. Mike with Ross Castle Boat Tours was excellent with his knowledge and captain skills.

Tiffany_HJun 10, 2025VIATOR

Untrustworthy, not reliable

This business cancelled our booking the day of our trip for “maintenance.” There was no one at the dock. I was promised a refund, but 2 weeks later and I have not heard from the business nor have I received my refund. This business is shady and untrustworthy. DO NOT BOOK AHEAD OF TIME. We used a different boat tour company that was operating off the docks at the castle, and they were lovely and gave us a great deal to take us to the island. DO NOT USE THIS BUSINESS.

elizabethhJ9657JYApr 28, 2025TRIPADVISOR