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Kinsale

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Located at the estuary of the Brandon River, the historical fishing town of Kinsale nestles against hills that act as a natural shield against the open sea. Two forts once protected the town's harbor against enemy invasion, and today they count among the country's best-preserved examples of coastal military defenses. Beyond the harbor area, Kinsale features a network of narrow streets flanked by small shops, fine restaurants, and cozy pubs known for their warm atmosphere and live-music nights. To get the feel of the place, take a stroll through the winding alleyways of the compact city center. Plan your visit to Kinsale and other destinations in Ireland using our Ireland trip planner.
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Top Kinsale tours

Skip the Line: Jameson Experience in County Cork Ticket BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $28
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Shore Excursion From Cork: Including Blarney Castle and Kinsale BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $74
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Charles Fort
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
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Old Head Golf Links
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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James Fort
4.1
Duration: 2 hours
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Kinsale Regional Museum
4.3
Duration: 1 hour

Side trips from Kinsale

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Fota Wildlife Park
Carrigtwohill
4.5
Duration: 4 hours
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Gleninchaquin Park
Kenmare
4.5
Duration: 4 hours
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Cobh Cathedral
Cobh
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Duration: 1h 30 min
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Garinish Island
Glengarriff
4.6
Duration: 3 hours

Hidden gems in Kinsale

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Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
St Multose Church
4.1
Duration: 2 hours
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Blacks Brewery
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
Kinsale Nature and Maritime Walking Tour
5.0
Duration: 2 hours

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Kinsale Ghost Tours
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Boat Tours & Water Sports
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Kinsale Food Tours
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Kinsale RIB Tours
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min

Museums in Kinsale

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Old Head Signal Tower and Lusitania Museum
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes
Kinsale Pottery and Arts Centre
4.8
Duration: 3 hours
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Irish Veterans Museum
5.0
Duration: 30 minutes
The Boathouse Gallery
5.0
Duration: 1 hour

Shopping in Kinsale

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Kinsale Silver
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Granny's Bottom Drawer
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
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The Canvas Works
5.0
Duration: 30 minutes
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Giles Norman Photography Gallery
4.9
Duration: 30 minutes
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