Location: Rosscarbery
Top Things to do in Rosscarbery
Top 10 Things to do in Rosscarbery, Ireland
Rosscarbery or Roscarbery is a town in County Cork, Ireland. The town is on a shallow estuary, which opens onto Rosscarbery Bay. Rosscarbery is in the Cork South–West constituency, which has five seats.
Restaurants in Rosscarbery
1. Smuggler’s Cove Adventure Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Smugglers Cove is a family run outdoor centre for all ages. From the pirate themed adventure golf, Smugglers timber maze, fully floodlight golf driving range, coffee shop, and spectacular viewing deck are all available on site all year round. From the middle of July to the middle of September we open Ireland's largest corn maize maze, which is a big hit for all the family. There is ample parking available in our 3 parking areas.
Reviewed By Ceara O - Enniskeane
Absolutely brilliant attraction for reasonable price. Went with my partner, my 6yr old son & his friend. We had such a laugh playing crazy golf all be it frustrating and fun. We did the maize maze last year and spent hours running around to find all the clues. Well worth while to pass away a few hours. Staff are excellent and very helpful. The driving range is great. You can belt away 30 balls for €2 great anger management.
2. Cork Whale Watch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 299 reviews
Colin Barnes is Ireland's longest established and best known whale watch operator, and has been enthralling whale watchers and wildlife enthusiasts in West Cork since 2001. Cork Whale Watch offers wonderful opportunities to observe marine wildlife in West Cork. These productive coastal waters provide critical feeding habitat for a diversity of species including cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises), seals and sea birds, along with prolific fish life.If you've seen natural history documentaries on whales from anywhere in Co. Cork or Waterford, the chances are it was filmed from the MV Holly Jo. Among Colin's contributions are: RTE's "Wild trials", "Wild Journeys", "Living the Wildlife" and in recent years Colin has worked with both BBC Autumnwatch and Winterwatch and BBC Seasons to film large whales off the Cork coast. As a former fisherman of 40 years experience observing whales in West Cork, Colin may not have letters after his name, but those that do, know who to contact if they need to find, film or carry out research on whales and dolphins along the Cork coast. Colin has contributed to and co-authored scientific publications on both fin and humpback whales in collaboration with Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG), and contributes to the All-Ireland Cetacean Sighting Scheme, by reporting sightings data to IWDG. Colin is a rare breed of conservationist, who has evolved from the fishing industry, his passion and understanding of local marine ecosystems is second to none. Colin is available for longer filming and research charters year round.
Reviewed By Josefin W - Dublin, Ireland
We had been longing for this trip for many months so when it finally happened we were extremely excited. We kept our expectations low as we knew that seeing whales might be unpredictable. There were however dolphins everywhere and we got to see a humpback whale.
Colin was amazing as our guide! He explained everything in great detail and always answered our e-mails promptly.
We would def recommend Cork whale watch!
A massive thank you to Colin and the team for this amazing experience!
/Josefin & Rossa
3. Inchydoney Beach
4. Casey's Pub
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Michael F - Cork, Ireland
This is a fabulously friendly Irish pub where customers have friendly conversations with the staff and the local patrons. It is family run and has a warm convivial atmosphere as it does not have the distraction of a Television.
It had a glowing fire burning and visitors from England and Europe chatted with the Irish customers of different ages. Mary the bar owner is a great source of local history and tradition with a deep knowledge of the historic Drombeg Stone circle nearby.
It served a top class pint of Guinness and also has an excellent selection of Irish Whiskeys.
I feel it is a must see experience for anyone visiting the Glandore area.
10 out of 10
5. Owenahincha Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By Nitsua2012
We normally park the car in Roscarbery out side Nolans Bar or the Market House Restuarant. From here walk down the town to the main road and turn left heading towards Warren Beach by Warren Road. There is plenty of wildlife in the estuary to view at your leisure. We normally stroll the length of Warren Beach and take the cliff path on the left hand side of the beach which leads you over to Ownahincha strand and follow the through to Little Island Strand. At this stage you can retrace your steps...but feeling adventurous, take the coast road at the end of the strand and make your way to The Long Strand. There's cafe at the start of Long Strand with outside tables, great for a quick refreshment before or after walking the length and back of the strand. We then retrace our steps back to Rosscarbery for some light refreshments. Overall, this is a 10 mile walk...but the one of the best costal walks in West Cork. Hope you
6. Drombeg Stone Circle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 353 reviews
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Sydney
These stones from megalithic times are very interesting. An easy drive to them, and plenty of parking, no one around during our visit. awesome piccies to be had.
7. Nolans Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By Reamonnt - Dublin, Ireland
Nolan's is a nice old style Irish pub serving good quality food at reasonable prices. I had lovely corned beef and cabbage washed down with a Guinness while the parsnip soup Im told is quite good. Its a place I could relax the hours away if time permitted. Also the staff were friendly nice people
8. West Cork Model Railway Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 352 reviews
As Ireland's only Model Village, the West Cork Model Railway Village in Clonakilty, Co. Cork is a fully scaled handmade model of the old West Cork Railway Line with fully working trains and the towns that the railway served during the 1940s. Take a spin on our iconic Road Train through the beautiful town of Clonakilty. Indoor and outdoor play areas. Relax and enjoy a cup of coffee/tea in our cafe or visit our Gift Shop in an authentic train carriage.
Reviewed By James B - Cork, Ireland
My wife, my 2 year old and I visited the Model Railway Village recently and were very impressed by it. It’s really well built and out small one loved watching the trains and of course the big highlight was the train ride around the lovely Clonakilty. I’d really recommend this if you have small kids, they’ll love it.
9. The Lagoon Activity Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By orf65 - Dublin, Ireland
This wonderful activity centre is a must, for all ages! Such a wonderful place, nestled in the most picturesque lagoon in Rosscarberry. Kayaks, peddle boats, canoes, wind Surfing, stand up paddle boats. The peddle boats were hired for €13, for an hour of fun and enjoyment. Life jackets are available for all ages, in this safe environment. Staff are attentive and welcoming. Lovely coffee, ice creams, snacks available also in the centre. Such an enjoyable experience. We will definitely return!
10. Michael Collins House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Michael Collins House is a History Museum in Clonakilty, Cork dedicated to Irish revolutionary hero, Michael Collins. Learn about the 'Big Fella' himself and his life story entwined with the history of the fight for Irish independence. Discover the local patriots who went before Collins and dedicated their lives to an independent Ireland, influencing the path which Collins would later take. Through guided tours, interactive displays, audio visuals, artefacts and information boards Irish history is brought to life and presented in an easy to understand and personal manner, suitable for all the family.
Reviewed By magpieok - London, United Kingdom
I hadn't expected such a fine memorial to Michael Collins and really enjoyed all it had to show us... I particularly liked the video in the last room (13 min's.) which summarised everything you needed to know well enough for all to understand. I love the letters written to his fiancé Kitty; showed the human side much more than the military man often shown in photographs. The house itself was nicely done with lots of replicas of his possessions and things of the time. I think it was nicely done although probably a bit a bit lacking in actual belongings. But definitely worth a visit for all historians. School children would gain a lot from the history displayed there. There was a small souvenir shop with interesting books and other items.
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