Bantry Bay, Ireland Cruise Port, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Cruises to Bantry Bay, Ireland | The Cruise Web
 

Bantry Bay, Ireland Cruise Port

The cruise port of Bantry Bay is a small, remote town located in southern Ireland. Surrounded by the Sheep’s Head hills and the Caha Mountains, this magnificent bay has one of Ireland’s most attractive seascapes. The town of Bantry is small but has a lot of charm to offer travelers. While exploring the town you’ll find narrow streets filled with old-fashioned, unique shops with goods you can’t find anywhere else, and picturesque views of the stunning harbor. Bantry is also the perfect location to visit other quaint and charming Irish towns; continue below for some of our recommendations of things to do when cruising to Bantry Bay, Ireland:
 
  • Ride through West Cork Towns: Bantry is an excellent starting point for exploring the surrounding quaint towns. After arriving in Bantry, hop in a motor coach for a beautiful scenic ride through the landscape. You can see some of the historical sites in Toormore, explore the attractive and lively town of Schull and drive through the artist village of Ballydehob on an immersive driving tour.
     
  • Explore the Beara Peninsula: This peninsula is one of the least developed, yet most naturally stunning peninsulas in all of Ireland. With the blue waters far below on one side, and the magnificent Caha Mountains on the other, this is paradise for artists and photographers.
     
  • Visit Bantry House and Garden: This stunning home and garden has belonged to the White family since 1739 and has been open to the public since 1946. Visitors can explore the historic house, stroll the lush gardens, and enjoy a formal tea in the tearoom.
     

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