10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Province of Munster That You Shouldn't Miss

March 5, 2022 Augustus Redeker

Discover the best top things to do in Province of Munster, Ireland including Eask Tower, Banna Strand, Slea Head Drive, Dingle Peninsula, Skellig Michael, Sheep's Head Peninsula, Coumeenoole Beach, Terra Nova Fairy Garden, Nano Nagle Place, Blennerville Windmill.
Restaurants in Province of Munster

1. Eask Tower

Carhoo Hill, Dingle Ireland http://www.discoverireland.ie/Arts-Culture-Heritage/eask-tower-and-hill/49002
Excellent
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5.0 based on 255 reviews

Eask Tower

Reviewed By macbethLivingston

Unbelievable views of lovely Dingle Bay and sheep to accompany you along the 30-minute climb! Wear washable shoes as you’ll need to clean them with a hose (provided by gate keeper Mary) after walking in sheep droppings!

2. Banna Strand

Banna, Tralee V92 E395 Ireland
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5.0 based on 525 reviews

Banna Strand

Reviewed By GalwaayGalwaygirl34 - Galway, Ireland

Visited this beach while away.Such a beautiful beach , we walked for a long while , the beach is kept spotlessly clean loved it

3. Slea Head Drive

Ireland +353 87 264 8646 http://www.ireland.com/en-gb/itineraries/wild-atlantic-way/killarney-to-slea-head
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,200 reviews

Slea Head Drive

Scenic drive from Dingle Town to the Dingle Peninsula and back.

Reviewed By Scotlandmac - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Loved this area, along with Connemara, our favourites of a week's driving tour. As a big Ryan's Daughter fan, I was thrilled to visit, again after 25 years, this area made famous in the film.Some wonderful coastal views, all feels more open and quieter than the R of K, much shorter of course. Glad we made the 2 hour + journey from St Finan's Bay to enjoy it all again. Some fine archaeological sites too. Highlight is the small spectacular beach of Dunquin. Last time, we also got over to Great Blasket island, a fine trip in itself.

4. Dingle Peninsula

Ireland
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5.0 based on 821 reviews

Dingle Peninsula

Reviewed By pupumann0 - Ballycastle, United Kingdom

Cant believe this is my first review of anything dingle related - it truest must be on everyone’s bucket list - the peninsula is very rugged and rural full of beautiful vistas and landscapes and peppered with ancient ogham stones cairns and clachan! And around every corner a wonderful country pub or eatery ! Go south out of Dingle as road is narrow and mostly people use this clockwise road route ;-) slea head is a highlight look out for off road historic sites We visited the group if ogham ancient stones at Colaiste Ide just outside Dingle town at Ventry ! A true highlight not to be missed is the visit to the blanket island interpretive Centre , amazing design very thought provoking and a place for mindfulness and delicious home made food in their cafe mmm rhubarb crumble :-) Everywhere you drive there are remnants of old so photo opportunities everywhere ! No wonder they filmed Star Wars there ! Just go !

5. Skellig Michael

Ballinskeillig Bay Ireland +353 66 947 6306 [email protected] http://www.skelligexperience.com/skellig_michael.html
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5.0 based on 736 reviews

Skellig Michael

Reviewed By Yonderluzt

First, you need to book this well in advance. They only allow so many visitors per day. I won't comment on the tour companies because I only have experience with one (and it was good). Some days the weather is too rough to land boats. Because the trips are booked full weeks in advance, you can't reschdue for another day. That being said, if you get a reservation, and if the weather cooperates, this is well worth the trip. There are a lot of steps, so being in decent shape helps, but I wouldn't call it trecherous by any means. There are plenty of videos that give a good idea of what to expect. Watch them and take that into consideration if you have young children or folks who particularly don't like heights, or jumping on and off a rolling deck, into consideration. IMHO the trip is well worth it.

6. Sheep's Head Peninsula

Bantry Ireland http://www.thesheepsheadway.ie
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5.0 based on 509 reviews

Sheep's Head Peninsula

Reviewed By 223aineb

This was a walkers paradise. It was worth the long drive on the narrow road to the end of the peninsula. Some short walks as well as more challenging for the avid walker.

7. Coumeenoole Beach

Dingle Ireland
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5.0 based on 261 reviews

Coumeenoole Beach

Reviewed By placestothank

Beautiful beach in all weathers, great for swimming on a sunny day and walking (down to) on in stormy weather.

8. Terra Nova Fairy Garden

Dromin, Kilmallock, Limerick V35 V389 Ireland +353 86 065 8807 [email protected] http://www.terranovagarden.com
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5.0 based on 195 reviews

Terra Nova Fairy Garden

The Garden is Now Closed for the 2020 Season. Terra Nova Garden is a dynamic space full of the unexpected. Home to an exotic Thai House with tropical plantings, a magical woodland where pixies, fairies and other elementals live in shady places, sensational seasonal plantings throughout the garden, a Hobbit Tea House based on Bilbo’s Bag End and Ireland’s Largest Fairy Gift Shop. Become part of the adventure that has been enthralling visitors for over 20 years. Terra Nova - Past Winner of Best Garden in Ireland. Open daily 11am - 5pm (last entry at 4pm) until August 30th. Booking essential. 10am - 4pm to book your visit

Reviewed By christinecR7062MV - Sixmilebridge, Ireland

What a wonderful way to spend a few hours!. Tucked away in the Co. Limerick countryside, this magical fairy garden is a little peace of Heaven! The gardens are immaculately kept and the fairy story propels you to another world ! The added bonus of complimentary refreshments at the end of your adventure is very a lovely way to finish your journey....very competitive priced and should definitely be on your staycation itinerary !

9. Nano Nagle Place

Douglas Street, Cork T12 X70A Ireland +353 21 419 3580 [email protected] http://www.nanonagleplace.ie
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5.0 based on 422 reviews

Nano Nagle Place

Nano Nagle Place is a restored walled convent with beautiful hidden gardens and graveyards, the fab Good Day Deli garden café and design & book shop in the centre of bustling Cork city. Our state of the art heritage centre tells the extraordinary story 18th century Cork and how Nano Nagle worked tirelessly to educate the poor of the city. History, heritage, culture, great food & coffee, stunning architecture & landscaping and a very warm welcome await! Come and explore all that's good in Cork!

Reviewed By L8627DKchristinet

Just had a delightful visit to Nano Nagle Place. Even though we had to queue for lunch it was so worth the wait. The menu was amazing and the food delicious. Coffee is top class. After lunch we had a guided tour through the fascinating museum and rooms that Nano used to frequent. The interactive slides and videos are very interesting and informative. The gardens hold lots of surprises including water features and beautiful spaces. A lovely, peaceful oasis in the middle of Cork City. Well worth a visit.

10. Blennerville Windmill

Blennerville, Tralee Ireland +353 66 712 1064 http://www.discoverireland.ie/Arts-Culture-Heritage/blennerville-windmill/15650
Excellent
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4.5 based on 338 reviews

Blennerville Windmill

Reviewed By T8667AKkimb - Dublin, Ireland

Myself and my family had such an enjoyable tour of this windmill. We were aged from 2 to 60 and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Donal was our tour guide and not only was he a fountain of knowledge he was so funny and great with my 5 year old daughter. The tour is very interactive which keeps it engaging. There are some lovely photo opportunities afterwards of the windmill aswell as a lovely miniature train tracks. Would highly recommend a visit.

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