James Fort Tours

Photo by Jason Karas
Photo by Jason Karas
Fascinated by historical ruins and the stories they leave behind? Take a walk back in time and uncover a few secrets of James Fort.

When you've finished at this Kinsale once-important structure, why not check out Charles Fort, Desmond Castle, and Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse? They're near James Fort and also a favorite with tourists.

Plan a trip to see James Fort

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Clayton Hotel Silver Springs

Clayton Hotel Silver Springs

4 out of 5
Price was $878, price is now $746 per person
$746
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 22
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Cork (ORK)
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Comfortable room, wedding venue was spectacular. Food in the Gallery restaurant and wedding reception was fantastic. Appreciated that everything for wedding was in one place. Staff courteous and helpful.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

The Dean Cork

The Dean Cork

4 out of 5
Price was $1,049, price is now $920 per person
$920
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 22
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Cork (ORK)
9/10 Wonderful! (611 reviews)
Very clean and staff was super friendly. Parking was a bit hard to find but they helped when we had questions. Food was amazing for our first Irish breakfast.

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City

4 out of 5
Cork City Centre
Price was $958, price is now $856 per person
$856
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 22
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Cork (ORK)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
clean hotel room friendly staff easy to navigate experience

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Popular places to visit

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

Charles Fort

4.5/5(38 reviews)

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

The Kinsale Museum

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

The Kinsale Museum

Saint Multose Church

After visiting Saint Multose Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kinsale Town Centre. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Saint Multose Church

Desmond Castle

Find out about the history of Kinsale Town Centre with a stop at Desmond Castle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Desmond Castle

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 lively bars.

Kinsale Rugby Club

Best Lodging Options Near James Fort

Old Bank House Kinsale

Old Bank House Kinsale

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

Actons Hotel

4 out of 5
Pier Road, Kinsale, Kinsale, Cork
Actons Hotel
Trident Hotel

Trident Hotel

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

White Lady Hotel

2 out of 5
Lower O'Connell Street, Kinsale, CO
White Lady Hotel
The Post House

The Post House

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

Perryville House

4 out of 5
Long Quay, Kinsale, Cork
Perryville House
The Glen Quarter

The Glen Quarter

3 out of 5
The Glen, Kinsale, Cork
The Glen Quarter
The Old Dispensary

The Old Dispensary

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

Long Quay House

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