Location: Clonakilty
Top Things to do in Clonakilty
Top 7 Free Things to do in Clonakilty, Province of Munster
Clonakilty (/ˈklɔːnæˌkɪltiː/; Irish: Cloich na Coillte, Clanna Chaoilte), sometimes shortened to Clon, is a town in County Cork, Ireland. The town is located at the head of the tidal Clonakilty Bay. The rural hinterland is used mainly for dairy farming. The town's population as of 2016 was 4,592. The town is a tourism hub in West Cork, and was recognised as the "Best Town in Europe" in 2017, and "Best Place of the Year" in 2017 by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Clonakilty is in the Cork South–West (Dáil Éireann) constituency, which has five seats.
Restaurants in Clonakilty
1. Con and Maura's Bar Clonakilty
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Authentic local bar in the middle of lovely Clonakilty town. Open music sessions, mostly trad, every Friday and Saturday night. Visiting musicians welcome to join in. Have a chat with the locals and the bar staff to find out what else is going on in town.
2. Birthplace of Michael Collins
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By DUN01170 - Dublin, Ireland
This is a hidden gem. The approach signposting is a little wayward, but the end justifies the journey! The temptation to refurbish or reconstruct has been resisted. It is easy to understand the layout of the buildings and understand how a strong farming family like the Collins lived. The events of the final days of the farmhouse are well presented. Do remember to visit the 4 Alls just up the road to see the beautiful Seamus Murphy memorial to Michael Collins.
3. An Teach Beag
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
4. Inchydoney Beach
5. Shanley's Piano Bar
6. Mick Finns Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Friendly Local bar, serving tasty food 7 days a week. Great atmosphere for all live sporting occasions shown on our 7 screens. Regular weekend entertainment complimented by an expansive choice of Cocktail, Gin & Wine menus.
Reviewed By JosephPlunkett
Visited Finns twice while on a short staycation in Clonakilty and surrounding areas. With the new regulations regarding the need to have food in bars it ticked all the boxes. The Buffalo wings were a perfect accompaniment to my pint of creamy Guinness, whilst my wife was full of praise for the nachos. Went back for a full meal the following evening and the gougons are highly recommended. Felt very safe in this new era of socialising with hand sanitiser on entry and well spread out tables. Staff could be seen sanitising regularly also. Will return and recommend .
7. Temblebryan Stone Circle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
