Bantry Travel Guide
Ireland
Bantry is a small town in County Cork, on Ireland’s south-west coast, with a population of 3,348. It sits in the country’s Atlantic-facing south-west, making it a practical base for exploring the surrounding coastal area.
Travellers arriving by air can use Bantry Airport. Nearby beaches include Tragumna, 23.9 kilometres away, and Owenahincha, 33.7 kilometres away, both in County Cork.
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Know before you go
Pays in EUR
Plug type Type G
Emergency 112
Dial code +353
Tipping: Tipping is appreciated in Ireland for good service, but it's not generally obligatory. Service charges are sometimes included in restaurant bills, so check before tipping.
Best time to visit Bantry
Jan
8°16Feb
10°19Mar
10°18Apr
13°17May
17°14Jun
18°19Jul
18°19Aug
18°22Sep
16°17Oct
14°20Nov
11°19Dec
9°21Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Bantry
Goleen Strand
17.2 km away
Tragumna
23.9 km away
Owenahincha
33.7 km away
Things to do in Bantry
Bantry House
historic site
1.2 km
Naval Air Station Whiddy Island
historic site
3.5 km
The Mariner Music Venue
music venue
0.5 km
Cinemax3
movie theater
0.5 km
Paddy Power
betting center
0.4 km
Bridewell Escape
music venue
0.4 km
Bantry Community Garden
arts and entertainment
0.4 km
Church of Saint Brendan the Navigator
anglican or episcopal place of worship
0.4 km
Getting there
Bantry Airport · 0 km
Frequently asked Questions
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