Other West Cork Attractions

Other West Cork attractions that can be incorporated into your tour.

Whale Watching
Spend the afternoon cruising the clear coastal waters off West Cork, the feeding ground for over 24 species of whale and dolphin. Commonly seen Fin, Humpback and Minke whales put whale watching in Ireland on a par with the best in the world.

Lough Ine
Bernard will join you on a guided walking tour around enchanting Lough Ine, Europe's largest seawater lake. Surrounded by forested hillside, its outstanding natural beauty and stunning coastal views will never leave you. Rekindle your energy in a visit to a local hostelry, a perfect end to a memorable afternoon.

Cape Clear Island Excursion
A wonderful excursion to the Irish (Gaelic) speaking Island of Cape Clear includes a stunning 35-minute boat journey through Carbury's Thousand Isles, a tour with a local guide to explain the history and culture of the Island, a guided walk taking in the most beautiful scenery imaginable and a visit to an Island pub to be entertained by a local Shanachie (Irish storyteller) or musician.

Sea Kayaking
Expert Jim Kennedy, Ireland's first Level 5 Sea Kayak instructor, will guide you on an exciting journey suitable for all levels of experience from beginner to advanced. Improve your skills while enjoying the coast from sea level. Explore bays and inlets, discover caves and sea arches, and view seal colonies and other marine life in a safe, relaxing atmosphere.

Golf
Play unique and challenging Golf Course’s set amongst breathtaking landscapes in Irelands beautiful and relaxed Southwest. We have carefully selected the regions true hidden gems virtually unknown to the outside world.

Mizen Head
A sparsely populated peninsula of outstanding rugged beauty, Mizen is Ireland's most southerly point and at its lonely ocean swept head stands the Mizen Head Signal Station and Visitor Centre.

Skibbereen Heritage Centre
A multimedia interpretive centre, the Skibbereen Heritage Centre houses the Great Famine Commemoration Exhibition outlining one of the most tragic periods of Irish History in a part of Ireland that was one of the worst effected.

The Ring of Beara
Half in Kerry and half in Cork, the Ring of Beara - the Beara Peninsula is Ireland in a nutshell, with a landscape that is beautiful, magical and full of rugged charm.

Dun na Sead Castle
Dun na Sead Castle is a beautifully restored 13th century castle located just outside Skibbereen, set high on a hill overlooking the gleaming harbour. The castle was restored in 2005 and opened to the public by its owners the McCarthy Family. Opening times are from June 1st to September 30th, from 11am to 6pm daily. 

Blarney Castle Estate, Cork
Situated 8 km from Cork City, this historic castle is most famous for its stone which has the traditional power of conferring eloquence on all who kiss it. The stone is set in the wall below the battlements and to kiss it one has to lean backwards (grasping an iron railing) from the parapet walk. In the grounds of the castle you can find the Rock Close, restored stableyard and old farm machinery, Blarney lake and wildlife, arboretum and gardens, garden walk and woodland walks.

The English Market, Grand Parade, Cork
Located in the heart of Cork city, you will find a variety of shops selling everything from bread, cheeses, poultry, meats, olives and fish. The Market has been in existence since 1788. The elegant 19th century fountain at the centre of the marked was made locally by W.R. Harris of great Georges Street and was once the main source of water supply for the traders. There is a café and restaurant located on the first floor overlooking the market where you can sit and savour the atmosphere of Cork city.

The Queenstown Story
Once described as the saddest place in Ireland', the Port of Cobh was the embarkation point for the millions that left the country throughout the 19th Century. Today the compelling Queenstown Story exhibition in the town, tells their sad tale.

Muckross House
The Muckross Estate forms the core of the fabulous Killarney National Park and at the heart of this is Muckross House, a fabulous Victorian country mansion set amid the wonderful scenery of Killarney's lakes.

The Ring of Kerry
One the most famous and popular road circuits for tourists in the South West of Ireland, the Ring of Kerry, traverses the coastline of the Inveragh Peninsula, with a great many tourist sites along the way