Where to Stay: Kinsale has an excellent range of all kinds of Irish Tourist Board registered and approved accommodation. This includes hotels and guesthouses, hostels, town and country homes, farmhouses and self-catering accommodation.

Where to Eat & Drink: The West Cork coast, with its many small harbours, is famous for fish and seafood, while the quality of the local meat, vegetables and dairy produce available is second to none. Kinsale chefs pride themselves on their reputation. When you have sampled our hospitality and food you will return time and time again.

What to Do: Kinsale is a top class centre for sailing and watersports activity. There are three golf courses including the world-famous Old Head course. Field sports are well-represented with horse riding, clay bird shooting and archery all available close to the town. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, how about a sauna in the leisure centre, a historical walking tour, a pottery lesson, or a tour by taxi?

Historical Kinsale: Kinsale was the site of a battle in 1601 that was a turning point in Irish history. For over 300 years it was a garrison town and port of consequence, leaving a legacy of Georgian and Victorian architecture.