Kinsale Village and Charles Fort
Moderate Activity
Shopping Opportunities
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Kinsale
The delightful village of Kinsale boasts a broad and picturesque harbor, the 17th-century star-shaped Charles Fort, a medieval church, and a wealth of well preserved, 18th-century houses. Explore independently the labyrinth of narrow lanes, taking in Kinsale's seaside beauty and relaxed vibe. Peruse the quaint boutiques, have a hot chocolate in a riverside café and gain a deeper appreciation for what is considered one of the most stylish resorts on the southwest coast of Ireland.
Charles Fort
Fill your camera with images of this pristine, star-shaped fort with extensive fortified walls. The fort was a British artillery stronghold named for Charles II, King of England, Scotland, and Ireland, when it was constructed between 1677 and 1682. The fort continued in military use until 1922.
What you will see along the way:
Gaze out the window on your scenic drive through the Irish countryside, with its rolling hills, expansive farmland and colorful houses. After your visit to Kinsale, your return drive back to Cobh gives you another wonderful chance to enjoy the picture-perfect landscapes of fields and hedgerows.
Points of interest
Kinsale
Schedule
Exceptional Value
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Moderate Activity
Shopping Opportunities
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Kinsale
The delightful village of Kinsale boasts a broad and picturesque harbor, the 17th-century star-shaped Charles Fort, a medieval church, and a wealth of well preserved, 18th-century houses. Explore independently the labyrinth of narrow lanes, taking in Kinsale's seaside beauty and relaxed vibe. Peruse the quaint boutiques, have a hot chocolate in a riverside café and gain a deeper appreciation for what is considered one of the most stylish resorts on the southwest coast of Ireland.
Charles Fort
Fill your camera with images of this pristine, star-shaped fort with extensive fortified walls. The fort was a British artillery stronghold named for Charles II, King of England, Scotland, and Ireland, when it was constructed between 1677 and 1682. The fort continued in military use until 1922.
What you will see along the way:
Gaze out the window on your scenic drive through the Irish countryside, with its rolling hills, expansive farmland and colorful houses. After your visit to Kinsale, your return drive back to Cobh gives you another wonderful chance to enjoy the picture-perfect landscapes of fields and hedgerows.
Points of interest
Kinsale