Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Ireland  /  Province of Munster  /  County Cork  /  Clonakilty  /  Inchydoney Beach

Inchydoney Beach, Clonakilty

4.7
#1 of 6 in Beaches in County Cork
Beach Nature / Park
Enjoy coastal views along the smooth, sandy shores of Inchydoney Beach. This small island features beaches with a backdrop of dunes and was given the international Blue Flag award by the Foundation for Environmental Education. Head to this spot, just a short distance from Clonakilty, for a day of relaxation or recreation. The beach has its own surf school that welcomes both beginners and more experienced surfers. Meander along the seaside, take in rugged coastal views, and, if you would like to stay overnight, look into the nearby Inchydoney Island Lodge and Spa overlooking the shoreline. A visit to Inchydoney Beach represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Clonakilty vacation trip planner to plot your vacation.
Create an itinerary including Inchydoney Beach
map
Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
540 reviews
TripAdvisor
  • August 13, 2017
    That's a very nice spot! The bay is beautiful. The large beach has very soft sand. Although we were there on a sunny Sunday in the holiday season it was quite empty.  more »
  • August 13, 2017
    Too bad the weather not lenient, but the beach is gorgeous, huge, magnificent cliffs and ville le face around. Nice and romantic for a walk ... when the sun comes out!
    View original
  • August 9, 2017
    Beautiful coastal beach...stunning. Very busy but plenty of space for everyone. A lovely hard sand makes walking on it a pleasure. Good access too.  more »
View more on TripAdvisor »

Plan your trip to Clonakilty

  • Get a personalized plan

    A complete day-by-day itinerary
    based on your preferences

  • Customize it

    Refine your plan. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules

  • Book it

    Choose from the best hotels
    and activities. Up to 50% off

  • Manage it

    Everything in one place.
    Everyone on the same page.

Best things to do in Clonakilty

Popular
©
West Cork Model Railway Village
Clonakilty
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
©
Michael Collins Centre
Clonakilty
Visit for: 30​min
Fernhill Gardens
Clonakilty
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
Side Trips
©
Blarney Castle & Gardens
Blarney
Visit for: 2​h
©
Titanic Experience Cobh
Cobh
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
Gougane Barra National Forest Park
Gougane Barra
Visit for: 3​h
Hidden Gems
Room Escape Games
Clonakilty
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
Birthplace of Michael Collins
Clonakilty
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
Lios-na-gCon
Clonakilty
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
Nearby
DeBarras Folk Club
Clonakilty
Visit for: 2​h 30​min
An Teach Beag
Clonakilty
Visit for: 2​h 30​min
Con and Maura's Bar, Clonakilty
Clonakilty
Visit for: 2​h 30​min
Historic Sites
©
Temblebryan Stone Circle
Clonakilty
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
Parks
Lisselan Gardens
Clonakilty
Visit for: 2​h 30​min
Don't Miss a Thing. See & Do More.

Where to stay in Clonakilty

©
Browse hotels, guesthouses, and unique homes and book your stay on the world's leading accommodation sites.
Live like a local, find unique places to stay
Millions of travel reviews on TripAdvisor

Plans in Clonakilty by other users

8 days in Ireland BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA September, culture, beaches, historic sites, popular PREFERENCES: September, culture, beaches, historic sites ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular PACE: Medium 4 days in West Cork BY A USER FROM IRELAND September, relaxing, popular & hidden gems PREFERENCES: September, relaxing ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular & hidden gems PACE: Medium 1 day in Clonakilty BY A USER FROM IRELAND August, popular PREFERENCES: August ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular PACE: Medium 2 days in Clonakilty BY A USER FROM IRELAND October, popular PREFERENCES: October ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular PACE: Medium 26 days in Europe BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES September, culture, outdoors, relaxing, romantic, historic sites, museums, popular PREFERENCES: September, culture, outdoors, relaxing, romantic, historic sites, museums ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular PACE: Medium 2 days in Clonakilty BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM October, popular PREFERENCES: October ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular PACE: Medium 60 days in County Cork BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES August, culture, outdoors, relaxing, beaches, historic sites, museums, popular & hidden gems PREFERENCES: August, culture, outdoors, relaxing, beaches, historic sites, museums ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular & hidden gems PACE: Medium 17 days in County Cork BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES November, culture, historic sites, popular & hidden gems PREFERENCES: November, culture, historic sites ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular & hidden gems PACE: Medium 18 days in County Cork BY A USER FROM CHILE August, culture, outdoors, relaxing, historic sites, museums, shopping, slow & easy, popular & hidden gems PREFERENCES: August, culture, outdoors, relaxing, historic sites, museums, shopping ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular & hidden gems PACE: Slow & easy 14 days in County Cork BY A USER FROM CANADA September, outdoors, relaxing, beaches, popular & hidden gems PREFERENCES: September, outdoors, relaxing, beaches ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular & hidden gems PACE: Medium 27 days in Ireland BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM July, culture, historic sites, popular & hidden gems PREFERENCES: July, culture, historic sites ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular & hidden gems PACE: Medium 9 days in Ireland BY A USER FROM IRELAND July, hidden gems PREFERENCES: July ATTRACTION STYLE: Hidden gems PACE: Medium
View more plans