Location: Bantry
Top Things to do in Bantry
Top 10 Things to do in Bantry, Ireland
Bantry (Irish: Beanntraí, meaning "(place of) Beann's people") is a town in the civil parish of Kilmocomoge in the barony of Bantry on the coast of West Cork, County Cork, Ireland. It lies at the head of Bantry Bay, a deep-water gulf extending for 30 km (19 mi) to the west. The Beara peninsula is to the northwest, with Sheep's Head also nearby, on the peninsula south of Bantry Bay.
Restaurants in Bantry
1. Sheep's Head Peninsula
Overall Ratings
5 based on 407 reviews
Reviewed By Ulysses2012 - Ireland
We enjoy the Sheeps Head Peninsula every time we visit West Cork. It's a dramatic landscape best enjoyed by car, which then gives you the freedom to stop along the way and walk at different points.
There are several small villages that you pass through with good eating options.The loop can be completed in a day by car but if you'd like to avail of the many walking routes on offer, you can spend several days enjoying the area. One of the walking routes, the Sheeps Head Way, has 200 kilometres of trails through rugged landscape with coastal views.
From Kilcrohane village you can drive to the tip of the Peninsula and enjoy the scenery and views in Bernie's tea room. A walk from the tea rooms takes you to a light house viewing point with the great expanse of the Atlantic Ocean before you.
The peninsula is peaceful and unspoilt, with some of the most beautiful scenery the Southwest has to offer.
2. Bantry House & Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 548 reviews
Bantry House and Garden is a stately home in southwest Ireland situated right on Bantry Bay with panoramic views of the bay and the caha Mountains. The estate is owned by Egerton and Brigitte Shelswell-White and is managed by their daughter Sophie and her partner Josh. It has been in the family since the 1700s. The house contains original furniture and objects d'art. The garden is laid out over 7 terraces with a Fountain, large wisteria circle and 100 steps leading up to the woodland. The house, garden and tearoom is open to the public daily from easter to october. The estate hosts weddings, music festivals and fairs. We have a separate review page for our B&B accommodation.
Reviewed By Anne E - Gloucester, United Kingdom
Visited on a lovely. Lovely Gardens still in restoration. Wonderful view of House, Gardens & Bantry Bay & beyond.
Had an excellent tour of House & saw on going projects. Had some tasty broccoli soup & brown bread in tea room ( original kitchen).
Most of all was the tour was so personal no ropes stopping you going into rooms you could get up close to everything. The family were present & available for questions & extra information. They were wonderful.
Highly recommended.
3. Bantry Tourist Office
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By Lisa B - Paris, France
Large, well stocked mine of local information, staffed on the day we visited by two very lovely enthusiastic ladies who went out of their way to give us brilliant ideas on what to see!Thank you for your recent review and apologies for the delay in responding. We look forward to welcoming you back again to Ireland and Bantry.
4. Kealkill Megalithic Stone Circle and Standing Stones
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Caroline D - Cork, Ireland
My Daughter and I decided to visit the Kealkil stone circle as we were in the area. I must say it was hard enough to find. It would be more a summer attraction. We ventured along and we were glad we had our wellies on as the ground was wet and soggy. It is a very steep hill so not for the fain hearted. we eventually found it and it was amazing. The views were fantastic. We enjoyed our trip but maybe if er go back it will be in better weather.
5. Bantry Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By deMJ - Southern Ireland
Set up around the Main Square and side streets, live music, An enormous selection of fresh and organic foods, fruit and vegetables from all over Ireland and Europe.
Many other stalls of interest, Fair days are held of the first Friday of every month.
Other offerings include:= shoes, clothing, fresh fish, freshly cooked foods, Greek olive outlet, home made pies, coffees, artisan breads, books, pictures and paintings, fishing tackle, tools and machinery, furniture, carpets and rugs, with many other stalls and outlets. Not to be missed for the atmosphere and the chance of a bargain or three.
6. Allihies Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Sydney
Awesome sites of the Beara Peninsular, which in our opinion is better then the more popular drives up the coast. The beach is surrounded by colourful houses which sets the scene, another plus is the coaches tend to avoid this area, which has to be a good thing.
7. St. Brendan's Church
Overall Ratings
4 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By letterkennycaint - Letterkenny, Ireland
This beautiful old church was built in 1818, and it's Church of Ireland. It was designed by Henry Edward Kendall, and it's gothic style. It's situated in the centre of town, just off Wolfe Tone Square. Bantry claims an ancient connection with St Brendan, who was the first person to discover America.
8. Whiddy Island Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By IainMcKie - Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom
Whiddy Island by ferry from Bantry, an Irish adventure! We had travelled for a book event part of the local Literary festival. Once there you are greeted by a fully stocked pub serving substantial meals. Great views, take your camera and enjoy a stroll.
9. St. Finbarr's Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By H4772NMrogerh - Aberaeron, United Kingdom
My main reason for visiting is the church office situated at the rear of the church. Here the church records of christenings weddings and funerals are available for inspection for family history research. Unfortunately like many Irish records there are gaps which makes getting back very far difficult
10. Bantry Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By dustylin - Belfast, United Kingdom
Couldn't believe the museum was closed on a bank holiday weekend when there were a lot of people about. Visited as part of a genealogy holiday and hoped for some information to help. Luckily the local shopkeepers and bookstore were helpful and informative.
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