Family things to do near Ahakista, Co. Cork

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Ahakista Air India Plane Disaster Memorial

Open dates vary · Check official times Ahakista · Cork 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesA memorial garden and sundial that honour the memory of the victims of the 1985 Air India disaster can be found in Ahakista in County Cork.

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Heron Gallery Café and Gardens

Open dates vary · Check official times Ahakista · Cork 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesHeron Gallery Café and Gardens in Ahakista is on the Sheep's Head Peninsula near Bantry in West Cork.

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Dooneen Pier

Open dates vary · Check official times Cork 16 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesJust under 2km from Kilcrohane, Dooneen Pier is a deep water harbour ideal for fishing as there are plentiful supplies of mackerel.

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Beicin Loop

Bantry · Cork 25 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesEasy 2.5km harbour walk in Bantry featuring local birdlife, seals, and old railway history.

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Cinemax Bantry

Open dates vary · Check official times Bantry · Cork 24 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCinemax Bantry provides the opportunity to avail of an evening of quality time with family, or relaxation with friends.

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Bantry Bay Boat Hire

Open dates vary · Check official times Bantry · Cork 25 min drive Check price
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Why it matchespart of the Wild Atlantic Way from a different perspective, enjoying the picturesque scenery and natural birdlife or wildlife, it’s not uncommon to spot dolphin and seals.

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Sheep's Head - Mass Path

Open dates vary · Check official times Kilcrohane · Cork 2 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesSheep's Head - Mass Path is a 4.5 km linear walking trail graded Moderate.

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Carraig Abhainn Gardens

Open dates vary · Check official times Durrus · Cork 14 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesEnhanced by the woodland setting and surrounding mill stream, river and spectacular waterfall, Carraig Abhainn Gardens is an oasis of peace and serenity in the heart of West Cork.

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Aiteall

Fri 23 Oct 2026 – Sun 25 Oct 2026 · Times vary by day Bantry · Cork 24 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesEnjoy concerts, workshops and pop-up gigs featuring singer-songwriters in Bantry.

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Sheep's Head - Funeral Path Loop

Open dates vary · Check official times Kilcrohane · Cork 10 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesSheep's Head - Funeral Path Loop is a 3.5 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.

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Hillside Walks

Open dates vary · Check official times Bantry · Cork 14 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesHillside Walks are located 12km south west of Bantry on the shores of Bantry Bay, County Cork.

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Sheep's Head - Coomkeen Loop

Open dates vary · Check official times Durrus · Cork 14 min drive Check price
AgesNo specific child age guidance is statedAllow2-3 hoursSettingMostly outdoorBookingCheck opening details

Why it matchesSheep's Head - Coomkeen Loop is a 6.8 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.

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