There is so much to do & see in
Kinsale!
We’ve created a list of a few of the highlights below, but we can help you curate your dream trip, with special tips and secret spots - just get in touch and we’ll make a plan just for you.
Adventures on your doorstep...
Adventures on your doorstep...
Visit Charles Fort
Charles Fort is a star fort located on the water’s edge, at the southern end of the village of Summer Cove, on Kinsale harbour.
Charles Fort is a classic example of a late 17th-century star-shaped fort and it has been associated with some of the most momentous events in Irish history.
Take a Harbour Cruise
Hop on board the 'Spirit of Kinsale' for a spectacular tour of Kinsale harbour. The Kinsale Harbour Cruise will give you a very different view of Kinsale and its beautiful natural harbour.
Go for aWalking Tour
Kinsale Heritage Town Walks provide the ideal way to explore this unique town which has been at the centre of Irish history. Take an insightful walk with Dermot Ryan who has degrees in Archeology and History and was rated Ireland Best Tour Guide by the Irish Independent.
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Lusitania Museum & Old Head Signal Tower
The Old Head Signal Tower is just over 200 years old. It was built during the Napoleonic wars in response to the threat of a French invasion. There were 81 such towers with line-of-sight visibility from one to the next.Kinsale.
Treat yourself to a Spa Day
Kinsale Hotel & Spa have created monthly Wellness Days that help you to escape everyday stressors and revitalise yourself through exercise, great food, relaxation and pampering. And if that doesn’t align with your scheudle you can still spend a relaxing day, have a massage or facial and hang out in the pool, steam room, sauna, and jacuzzi. There’s also a stunning walk along the river through a beautiful old woodlands - just at the back of the hotel.
Adventure on the Ocean
From surfing to paddle boarding to kayaking, Atlantic Offshore Adventures is the place for all of your water adventures. They also provide Easter and Summer Camps in Kayaking (Dock Beach) and Surfing (Garrettstown Beach). You can choose from weeklong options to daily drop-ins to suit your holiday stay in Kinsale.
