1. Destinations
  2. >
  3. Ireland
  4. >
  5. Munster
  6. >
  7. County Cork
  8. >
  9. The Gearagh
  10. >
  11. Nearby attractions

18 Attractions to Explore Near The Gearagh

98610a04-2890-47a9-9150-ec536782af26
bb4fe366-19d2-4a66-a337-2cf2777f567d
252b52d3-5c12-403f-8911-68251dbf191a
9695c653-7d7a-4080-8a8b-a40fb94154aa

Top Activities Near The Gearagh

Filter By Date
//
Sort By
Vector image of nearby attractions

Attractions & Activities Near You

Checkout attractions and activities near your current location

All attractions near The Gearagh

98610a04-2890-47a9-9150-ec536782af26
Carrigadrohid castleCarrigadrohid Castle is situated on a rock outcrop in a wonderfully picturesque setting on the River Lee. Built in the 15th century by the MacCarthys of Muskerry. It is partially ruined building, whose charm is well worth a visit. It has been in ruins since the late 18th century. In later years, a local group has been formed with the aim of preserving the castle.
bb4fe366-19d2-4a66-a337-2cf2777f567d
Glenview GardensThis beautiful three-acre garden is full of surprises with amazing designs and fun for all the family with over ten unique gardens designs, including; Japanese, Chinese and Sunken White Gardens and a fairy woods. A wander over the birch mound leads to the walled kitchen garden. The kids will have great fun visiting the Hobbit House built right through the birch mound, searching for the fairy houses in the fairy woods, and playing with the Pygmy Goats and Birds.
252b52d3-5c12-403f-8911-68251dbf191a
Ballincollig Royal Gunpowder MillsBallincollig Royal Gunpowder Mills was one of three Royal gunpowder mills that manufactured gunpowder for the British Government. Located in Ballincollig near Cork city in Ireland, the powder mills were originally opened in 1794 as a private enterprise, before being taken over by the British Government during the Napoleonic Wars. Though ruined, many of the remaining structures of the mill site are afforded National Monument status.
9695c653-7d7a-4080-8a8b-a40fb94154aa
CastledonovanCastledonovan is a townland in Dromdaleague, which lies on a rock on the east bank of the River Ilen in the townland of the same name, in County Cork in Ireland. Approximately 60 feet in height, it sits on a large rock or outcropping, which forms the ground floor, close to the bank of the River Ilen. The Castle was divided into various chambers or rooms. One room was set aside in the old days for food for the garrison and another store room for gunpowder and shot.
d9587ea9-db05-47b0-9351-398dd6e283fd
Blarney Castle & GardensBlarney Castle is a medieval stronghold in Blarney, near Cork, Ireland. The castle originally dates from before 1200, when a timber house was believed to have been built on the site, although no evidence remains of this. Around 1210 this was replaced by a stone fortification. The castle is now a partial ruin with some accessible rooms and battlements. Tourists visiting Blarney Castle may hang upside-down over a sheer drop to kiss the stone, which is said to give the gift of eloquence.
4d962102-ba47-416a-b6e4-8d3ce902ee32
Michael Collins BirthplaceThis is a cottage and National Monument located in County Cork, Ireland. It was the birthplace of Irish revolutionary leader Michael Collins. The house is rectangular and single-storey, built of local stone. Michael John Collins, father of Michael, was an adept carpenter and made the furniture, doors and windowframes himself.
85ae2882-5acd-452f-931a-ab8a629672a9
CarriganassA majestic old castle on the outskirts of Kealkill village, in the heart of West Cork, played a dramatic role in one of Irish history. A 4-storey tower surrounded by a 14-foot-high outer curtain wall or bawn. The main tower is perched on a rock overhanging the Ouvane river, and has 4 corner turrets. The main entrance to the castle was via a gate in the north wall of the bawn, which had 4 corner towers, the main tower being set into the west wall of the bawn.
28ce906f-8442-4426-bb12-eb18b81566d0
Blarney Woollen MillsBlarney Woollen Mills was built in 1823. It was used mainly for spinning and weaving wool. They carved out a niche in tweeds, woolen worsted cloths, knitting wools and hosiery. A fire at Christmas in 1869 saw the destruction of the mill. It was re-built the following year and still stands to this day. Business declined in the mid-20th century, and Blarney Woollen Mills closed in 1973.
bee1ff1b-33cd-4e7a-9a7c-42bc0910de77
West Cork Model Railway VillageWest Cork Model Railway Village, a leading tourist attraction in the West Cork region, is tucked in along the Clonakilty stretch of the Wild Atlantic Way, over looking Clonakilty Bay. See fully operational trains and the towns that the railway served. This is a delightful way to whet the appetite for your visit to West Cork.
0721f940-4012-471a-aa05-46a8449554b0
Timoleague FriaryTimoleague Franciscan friary is located in a village on the bank of the River Argideen overlooking Courtmacsherry Bay. It was built on the site of an earlier church dedicated to St Molaga whose feast was celebrated here until the seventeenth century. The friary at Timoleague is one of the few early Franciscan friaries with substantial standing remains in Ireland. Located in a medieval village in County Cork, it stands on the banks of the Argideen River overlooking Courtmacsherry Bay.
20b38494-2ab3-4311-9bff-90c448a034d1
Kanturk CastleKanturk Castle is an impressive ruined mansion located about 1.5km from the market town of Kanturk in County Cork. The castle is a rectangular four storey high Tudor-style mansion made from limestone rubble from a nearby quarry. This fortified house was built in c. 1601 for MacDonogh McCarthy as a defence against English settlers during the Plantation of Ireland.
6686a643-46f7-425b-90c0-77b5f221bb33
KnockboyKnockboy is the highest point in County Cork and sits at an elevation of 706m. The mountain is composed of sandstone laid down in the Devonian period which was subsequently uplifted to form a mountain range, before being eroded into its present form by glaciers during the last ice age.The hike up to Knockboy mountain starts from the Priest’s Leap mountain pass monument at 519m.
d609ec34-2148-4e2e-82b7-dfa8bd0ec1f5
InchydoneyInchydoney is a small island off West Cork, Ireland, connected to the mainland by two causeways. The nearest town is Clonakilty. It has a Blue Flag beach. It is a popular tourist destination. There are two beaches, one either side of the Virgin Mary headland. In Summer there is a lifeguard station on the headland for three months.
92565c26-7dbf-4fe4-b2fa-e7344e0aee94
Inchydoney BeachThis vast, sandy beach is one of the most beautiful to be found along this stretch of the coastline. The beach has two separate sections, divided by the rocky Virgin Mary Headland. The swell here can be excellent and there are good opportunities for surfing. The beach is also popular with families who come here to play in the sand, picnic and hunt for shells or marine life in the rockpools around the headland.
fc2ee942-6a55-495b-aff0-4392f5ad420b
Priest's LeapPriest's Leap is a steep and nearly straight single-lane mountain pass between Coomhola Bridge and the village of Bonane east of the more winding road from Bantry to Kenmare in Ireland. Just below the summit of the 519 m high mountain with the same name, it is the highest pass road in Munster at 463m, crossing from County Cork to County Kerry.
fb6448bc-ca1e-4f32-8de2-825ee8ef811a
Mangerton MountainMangerton is a large mountain to the South of Killarney with great northern corries and superb views of the national park and the mountains of Iveragh and Beara. On Mangerton's north-western face lies a deep corrie lake called the Devil's Punchbowl, which is a popular scenic destination for hill walkers; although the mountain is often overlooked by walkers due to the proximity of its more scenic and accessible neighbour, Torc Mountain.
77aa0b1d-dd0b-4c5b-80b4-7e704b8b5d3f
OwenahinchaOwenahincha is a beach located in Rosscarbery in County Cork. It is a Blue Flag beach. It is an exposed beach and the sea can be quite rough at times. Public car parking and public toilet facilities are provided at the beach.
3f6c228e-4e81-4bf0-ac28-f13adb81bb1c
Long IslandLong Island, historically called Inishfada, is an island that lies south of Schull, County Cork, Ireland. It has a permanent population of no more than 10. The island is named for being 4.8 km long and only 0.8 km wide. It is the third largest of Carbery's Hundred Isles at 1.8 km2, after Sherkin Island and Clear Island. The island’s most distinctive landmark is Copper Point lighthouse at its eastern end, marking the entrance to Schull Harbour.

Map of attractions near The Gearagh


Top hotels near The Gearagh

img-alt
Castle Hotel MacroomThis Property Offers:
Breakfast
WiFi
14 Reviews
9
$186.95 per nightSelect

Know more about The Gearagh

8d4f5aa6-5db4-4543-a1fd-6ae9506c6c10
The Gearagh
The Gearagh is a submerged glacial woodland and nature reserve two kilometres southwest of Macroom, County Cork, Ireland. It is located at the point where the River Lee descends from the mountains and widens at an alluvial plain, and stretches for roughly five kilometres, bounded by the townlands of Toonsbridge, Illaunmore and Anahala.
Sign In To Continue...
Share : undefined

Download Travalour
travalour-logo
Download our app to discover & explore destinations and to meet travellers around the world
get-it-on-google-play