This is one of my favourite places in Ireland and I have been fortunate enough to visit it on four occasions in the past twelve years. The Gallarus Oratory lies in isolated splendour in quiet fields beyond Dingle Town. Its shape has been likened to that of an upturned boat, and it is the only one of its kind still... more

Best site on the Dingle peninsula by far. Amazing preservation of one of the most unique ancient buildings to be found in Ireland. Well worth the couple of euros which includes very informative audio visual presentation at the visitor centre.Very helpful and friendly staff there too. more

It is worth the side trip to veer off the usual Dingle ring road and see the Gallarus Oratory. It is a fine stone structure built somewhere between the 6th and 9th centuries. But, when you get to the site, avoid the visitor's center. This center is not a government visitor's site but is a private tourist business...bit of a... more

Unique structure over 1000 years old. In lovley rural setting. This church was never repaired and is the only one intact in Europe dating back 1000 years.Well worth a visit. Audio Video on site gives good overview of Church and surrounding historical sites. Good local information service at this site. Visit takes about 30 minutes. Camera a must here. more