Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Skibbereen

We've collected top 10 mentioned things to do in Skibbereen from other articles such as Ireland Before You Die, themaritime.ie, Fodor's Choice, including activities with kids, adult only attractions, cheap and free events

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Skibbereen

Bantry House(Teach Beanntraí)
Bantry House(Teach Beanntraí)
4.4 (814 ratings)4.5 (613 ratings)
Traditional B&B in an 18th-century mansion offering full Irish breakfast and a billiards room.
Bantry House, Bantry, Ireland
Nature & ParksHotelIndoor lodgingArchitectural BuildingsGardens
Mentioned by cork-guide.ie
Cork Museums | Places To Visit in Cork
"Bantry House in West Cork is a very historic house contains an important collection of tapestries, paintings, furniture and artefacts. Bantry House is the ancestral home of the Earls of Bantry, still lived in by their descendant Egerton & Brigitte Shelswell-White, and their family. About 1820 Richard, the first Earl of Bantry, enlarged the house by adding the two drawing rooms."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in County Cork
"One of Ireland's most famed manors is noted for its picture-perfect perch, on a hillock above the south shore of Bantry Bay. The fine…"
Garnish Island
Garnish Island
4.8 (90 ratings)4.5 (691 ratings)
Famous for its gardens & old military tower, this island in a sheltered harbor is accessed by ferry.
Ireland
IslandNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in County Cork
"This horticultural miracle of an island was created in the early 20th century when the island's owner commissioned architect Harold Peto to design a garden on the then-barren outcrop. Topsoil was shipped in,... Top ChoiceFort in Kinsale"
Mentioned by clonakilty.ie
Things to do in Clonakilty
"Visit For: Horticulture, Scenery, Wildlife.Distance: 1 Hour (64KM) From Clonakilty to Ballaghboy Cable Car. Transport to the Island: Short ferry from Glengarrif Pier. (Photo: @marblesbanana)"
Waterfall Alpaca Farm
Waterfall Alpaca Farm
4.7 (110 ratings)4.5 (32 ratings)
Waterfall Farm, Drimoleague, Co. Cork, P47 TD70, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksFarms
Mentioned by Cork Beo
Five Open Farms for you and your family to enjoy in Cork this weekend
"This one is slightly different to the other options on the list but come on who doesn't want to go walking with alpacas?. This special farm allows you take an alpaca for a 40 minute walk while walking along a trail that runs past gorgeous fields, forestry and past the stunning waterfall. As well as the alpacas you can visit the rescued rabbits, donkeys, Shetland ponies, hens, cats and fogs."
Mentioned by Cork Beo
Ten amazing activities you can do in Cork from April 26th
"West Cork's adorable alpaca walk is a must for this summer's bucket list. Waterfall Alpaca Farm in Castledonovan, near Drimoleague, is a magical place where you can visit the cutest of furry mammals and even take them out for a hike. The nature-loving owners even rent out cabins for those who want the full wild experience."
Glenview Gardens
Glenview Gardens
4.6 (247 ratings)4.5 (100 ratings)
Desert, Enniskeane, Co. Cork, Ireland
GardenNature & Parks
Sherkin Island
Sherkin Island
4.7 (71 ratings)4.5 (187 ratings)
Picturesque island accessible by ferry, for picnics, beach recreation & natural sightseeing.
Co. Cork, Ireland
IslandNature & Parks
Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
Camping in Cork: 11 of the BEST Campsites in 2021
"Sherkin Island is situated very southwest of Cork and a perfect location if you want to go camping without getting disturbed, especially since the island has a population of around 111 people. To get to the island, you can take a 10 minute ferry from Baltimore harbour. Silver Strand tends to be where people pitch up for a night."
Mentioned by clonakilty.ie
Things to do in Clonakilty
"Visit For: Art, Walking Trails, Retreat.Distance: 40 Minutes (43KM) From Clonakilty to Baltimore Pier. Transport to the Island: 10 Minute Ferry from Baltimore Pier. (Photo: @sallyannewade)"
Heir Island
Heir Island
4.8 (25 ratings)5 (32 ratings)
Co. Cork, Ireland
IslandNature & Parks
Mentioned by clonakilty.ie
Things to do in Clonakilty
"Visit For: Cookery Classes, Sailing Classes, Retreat.Distance: 45 minutes (45KM) from Clonakilty to Cunnamore Pier. Transport to the Island: Short ferry from Cunnamore Pier (Photo: @heirislandretreat). Click here for google maps directions from Clonakilty."
Carriganass
Carriganass
4.4 (100 ratings)4.5 (15 ratings)
Co. Cork, Ireland
CastleSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by themaritime.ie
Historic Attractions near Bantry, West Cork - The Maritime Hotel
"Located on the outskirts of Kealkill village, the castle played a dramatic role in one of Irish History’s most exciting stories. In 1602, the castle’s owner, Donal Cam O’Sullivan Bere, led his followers past its gates on a march to Leitrim that would see him join the Flight of Earls from Ireland; that flight itself marked the end of Gaelic civilisation in Ireland. During the summer, the castle is open every day from 9am until 5pm."
Drombeg Stone Circle
Drombeg Stone Circle
4.6 (866 ratings)4.5 (410 ratings)
Well-known megalithic ruins with 13 surviving stones, an ancient cooking pit & sea views.
Drombeg, Glandore, Co. Cork, Ireland
Historical place museumSights & LandmarksAncient RuinsMysterious Sites
Mentioned by themaritime.ie
Historic Attractions near Bantry, West Cork - The Maritime Hotel
"This stone circle is also known as ‘The Druid’s Altar’ and is a recumbent stone circle consisting of 17 (of which only 13 remain) closely spaced stones, situated near the village of Glandore. The circle is located on the edge of a rocky outcrop and has good views over the sea."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in County Cork
"On an exposed hillside, with fields falling away towards the coast and cattle lowing in the distance, the Drombeg stone circle is superbly atmospheric. Its 17 stones, oriented towards the winter solstice sunset,..."
Mara Farm
Mara Farm
4.4 (11 ratings)
Old Light House Rd, Croha West, Co. Cork, Ireland
CafeSights & LandmarksFarms
Cape Clear Island
Cape Clear Island
4.8 (65 ratings)4.5 (162 ratings)
Over 100 people inhabit this small, serene island with coastal walks, scenic views & ferry service.
Co. Cork, Ireland
IslandNature & Parks
Mentioned by clonakilty.ie
Things to do in Clonakilty
"Visit For: Bird Watching, Whale Watching, Culture.Distance: 40 Minutes (43KM) From Clonakilty to Baltimore Pier. Transport to the Island: 40 minutes ferry from Baltimore Pier. (Photo: @cape_clear_island)"

Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Skibbereen

Cape Clear Island
Cape Clear Island
4.8 (65 ratings)4.5 (162 ratings)
Over 100 people inhabit this small, serene island with coastal walks, scenic views & ferry service.
Co. Cork, Ireland
IslandNature & Parks
Mentioned by clonakilty.ie
Things to do in Clonakilty
"Visit For: Bird Watching, Whale Watching, Culture.Distance: 40 Minutes (43KM) From Clonakilty to Baltimore Pier. Transport to the Island: 40 minutes ferry from Baltimore Pier. (Photo: @cape_clear_island)"
Carriganass
Carriganass
4.4 (100 ratings)4.5 (15 ratings)
Co. Cork, Ireland
CastleSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by themaritime.ie
Historic Attractions near Bantry, West Cork - The Maritime Hotel
"Located on the outskirts of Kealkill village, the castle played a dramatic role in one of Irish History’s most exciting stories. In 1602, the castle’s owner, Donal Cam O’Sullivan Bere, led his followers past its gates on a march to Leitrim that would see him join the Flight of Earls from Ireland; that flight itself marked the end of Gaelic civilisation in Ireland. During the summer, the castle is open every day from 9am until 5pm."
Waterfall Alpaca Farm
Waterfall Alpaca Farm
4.7 (110 ratings)4.5 (32 ratings)
Waterfall Farm, Drimoleague, Co. Cork, P47 TD70, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksFarms
Mentioned by Cork Beo
Five Open Farms for you and your family to enjoy in Cork this weekend
"This one is slightly different to the other options on the list but come on who doesn't want to go walking with alpacas?. This special farm allows you take an alpaca for a 40 minute walk while walking along a trail that runs past gorgeous fields, forestry and past the stunning waterfall. As well as the alpacas you can visit the rescued rabbits, donkeys, Shetland ponies, hens, cats and fogs."
Mentioned by Cork Beo
Ten amazing activities you can do in Cork from April 26th
"West Cork's adorable alpaca walk is a must for this summer's bucket list. Waterfall Alpaca Farm in Castledonovan, near Drimoleague, is a magical place where you can visit the cutest of furry mammals and even take them out for a hike. The nature-loving owners even rent out cabins for those who want the full wild experience."

Best Islands to Visit near Skibbereen

Cape Clear Island
Cape Clear Island
4.8 (65 ratings)4.5 (162 ratings)
Over 100 people inhabit this small, serene island with coastal walks, scenic views & ferry service.
Co. Cork, Ireland
IslandNature & Parks
Mentioned by clonakilty.ie
Things to do in Clonakilty
"Visit For: Bird Watching, Whale Watching, Culture.Distance: 40 Minutes (43KM) From Clonakilty to Baltimore Pier. Transport to the Island: 40 minutes ferry from Baltimore Pier. (Photo: @cape_clear_island)"
Garnish Island
Garnish Island
4.8 (90 ratings)4.5 (691 ratings)
Famous for its gardens & old military tower, this island in a sheltered harbor is accessed by ferry.
Ireland
IslandNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in County Cork
"This horticultural miracle of an island was created in the early 20th century when the island's owner commissioned architect Harold Peto to design a garden on the then-barren outcrop. Topsoil was shipped in,... Top ChoiceFort in Kinsale"
Mentioned by clonakilty.ie
Things to do in Clonakilty
"Visit For: Horticulture, Scenery, Wildlife.Distance: 1 Hour (64KM) From Clonakilty to Ballaghboy Cable Car. Transport to the Island: Short ferry from Glengarrif Pier. (Photo: @marblesbanana)"
Heir Island
Heir Island
4.8 (25 ratings)5 (32 ratings)
Co. Cork, Ireland
IslandNature & Parks
Mentioned by clonakilty.ie
Things to do in Clonakilty
"Visit For: Cookery Classes, Sailing Classes, Retreat.Distance: 45 minutes (45KM) from Clonakilty to Cunnamore Pier. Transport to the Island: Short ferry from Cunnamore Pier (Photo: @heirislandretreat). Click here for google maps directions from Clonakilty."

Popular Gardens in Skibbereen

Bantry House(Teach Beanntraí)
Bantry House(Teach Beanntraí)
4.4 (814 ratings)4.5 (613 ratings)
Traditional B&B in an 18th-century mansion offering full Irish breakfast and a billiards room.
Bantry House, Bantry, Ireland
Nature & ParksHotelIndoor lodgingArchitectural BuildingsGardens
Mentioned by cork-guide.ie
Cork Museums | Places To Visit in Cork
"Bantry House in West Cork is a very historic house contains an important collection of tapestries, paintings, furniture and artefacts. Bantry House is the ancestral home of the Earls of Bantry, still lived in by their descendant Egerton & Brigitte Shelswell-White, and their family. About 1820 Richard, the first Earl of Bantry, enlarged the house by adding the two drawing rooms."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in County Cork
"One of Ireland's most famed manors is noted for its picture-perfect perch, on a hillock above the south shore of Bantry Bay. The fine…"
Liss Ard Estate
Liss Ard Estate
4.7 (137 ratings)4.5 (69 ratings)
Tranquil country resort offering an upscale restaurant & sprawling gardens, plus fishing & kayaking.
Castletownsend Rd, Russagh, Skibbereen, Co. Cork, P81 NP44, Ireland
HotelNature & ParksCorporate entertainment serviceCountry houseHoliday accommodation serviceWedding venueGardensPoints of Interest & Landmarks
The Ewe Experience
The Ewe Experience
4.6 (325 ratings)4.5 (417 ratings)
N71 Kenmare Road, Glengarriff, Co. Cork, Ireland
Natural history museumNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in County Cork
"More than 20 years in the making, this interactive sculpture garden is imaginative, thought-provoking and humorous, with nature and art working together to provide an unforgettable walk in the woods."

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