Desmond Castle Tours

The kids will love the stories and intrigue that go with Desmond Castle. Peer up at this grand structure and help open their eyes to its colorful history.

This fortified complex is located in Kinsale, a place that has so much going for it! Charles Fort, Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse, and Kinsale Golf Club are other fine attractions close by when you're done at Desmond Castle.

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Castlemartyr Resort

Castlemartyr Resort

5 out of 5
Price was $1,696, price is now $1,297 per person
$1,297
per person
Oct 25 - Oct 31
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Cork (ORK)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (566 reviews)
Property was beautiful and well maintained, it was quiet and great place to rest for a couple of days before flying home.

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Luxury Country Mansion in West Cork

Luxury Country Mansion in West Cork

2.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $5,051, price is now $4,039 per person
$4,039
per person
Oct 25 - Oct 31
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Cork (ORK)
No reviews
Hayfield Manor

Hayfield Manor

5 out of 5
South Parish
Price was $2,117, price is now $1,712 per person
$1,712
per person
Oct 25 - Oct 31
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Cork (ORK)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (611 reviews)
Very nice people and organized a car for us to go to Lough fyne

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Popular places to visit

I said hello to a 16" cutthroat trout here. He liked a small gold nymph fly.

James Fort

You can find out about the history of Kinsale with a visit to James Fort. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

James Fort
Charles Fort which includes a bridge, tranquil scenes and heritage architecture

Charles Fort

Now a national monument with exhibition center, this 17th-century military stronghold has witnessed some of Ireland's most significant events.

Charles Fort
9/11 Remembered with planted trees for each Fireman lost. #Adventure

Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance

Learn about the local history of Kinsale when you take a trip to Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance

Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse

You can study the exhibits at Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kinsale Town Centre. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse

Saint Multose Church

You can learn about the history of Kinsale Town Centre with a stop at Saint Multose Church. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Saint Multose Church

Kinsale Rugby Club

Catch an event at Kinsale Rugby Club during your trip to Kinsale. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Kinsale Rugby Club

Best Lodging Options Near Desmond Castle

Old Bank House Kinsale

Old Bank House Kinsale

3 out of 5
11 Pearse Street, Kinsale
Old Bank House Kinsale
Perryville House

Perryville House

4 out of 5
Long Quay, Kinsale, Cork
Perryville House
Long Quay House

Long Quay House

3 out of 5
Long Quay, Kinsale, County Cork
Long Quay House
Actons Hotel

Actons Hotel

4 out of 5
Pier Road, Kinsale, Kinsale, Cork
Actons Hotel
The Glen Quarter

The Glen Quarter

3 out of 5
The Glen, Kinsale, Cork
The Glen Quarter
Trident Hotel

Trident Hotel

4 out of 5
World's End House, Lower O'Connell, St,Kinsale, Kinsale, County Cork
Trident Hotel
The Post House

The Post House

3 out of 5
23 Main Street, Kinsale, County Cork
The Post House
Garda House

Garda House

3.5 out of 5
6 Cork Street, Kinsale, CO
Garda House
The Old Dispensary

The Old Dispensary

3 out of 5
Green Hill, Lower O'Connell Street, Kinsale, County Cork
The Old Dispensary
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