Causeway can be explored through its traditional streetscape and the history of its development. In the Architectural Conservation Area, rows of houses, varying roof pitches and different plot widths create a varied architectural composition. Anyone interested in local architecture will find an ever-changing overall picture here.
Architecture and History
In the early 19th century, Causeway developed as a group of buildings around its crossroads. After the Famine, the village continued to grow in all directions; this development saw the construction of a new courthouse and a police barracks. Together, these stages show the transformation from a group of buildings at a crossroads into an expanding village.
The local Church of Ireland and its associated rectory were also located to the southwest, some distance from the village.
Getting Around Causeway
TFI Local Link Kerry route 274 runs via Tarbert, Ballylongford, Asdee, Ballybunion, Ballyduff, Causeway, Ballyheigue, Ardfert and Tralee. In Causeway, the bus stops opposite the post office. Check the timetable, times and stop arrangements before travelling, as service details may change.
Causeway Community Playground is a community playground in Causeway. If you plan to visit, confirm the specific playground details locally before your trip.
When choosing a holiday rental in Causeway, it is worth deciding what you want to focus on: Causeway’s streetscape and history, or a broader stay in County Kerry.
County Kerry as a Wider Travel Destination
The wider destination of County Kerry offers other cultural attractions, each with its own focus. The Blasket Centre in Dunquin is a heritage centre and museum that tells the story of the Blasket Islands and the Irish-speaking community that lived there until the mid-20th century. Refurbished interactive exhibitions and a fully accessible cliff-top viewing platform are among the centre’s visitor facilities.
Another historical attraction is the Gallarus Oratory, a state-owned National Monument in the care of the Office of Public Works. It can be accessed directly and free of charge via a public OPW path. Check access information again before travelling.
For scenery and driving, County Kerry offers a different perspective: the Iveragh Peninsula is the largest of Kerry’s Atlantic peninsulas, extending 60 kilometres from the mainland into the ocean and measuring 32 kilometres across. The Ring of Kerry is a scenic circular drive around the peninsula; check road conditions and seasonal traffic before setting out. Killarney National Park covers 10,000 hectares of lakes, mountains and forests. Its three main lakes lie in a broad valley within the park.
Discover more destinations: Brandon, Dingle, Ballyheige, Knight's Town, Mastergeehy, Caherdaniel, Beaufort, Ballylongford
For the wider travel overview: County Kerry.
