Unearth the Haunting Tales of Kinsale
Dive into the eerie past of Kinsale with captivating ghost tours that reveal the town's supernatural secrets and haunting tales.
Explore the chilling history of Kinsale with Kinsale Ghost Tours, where each shadow tells a story. Join an evening adventure and discover the town's supernatural secrets.
A brief summary to Kinsale Ghost Tours
- Guardwell, Kinsale, Town-Plots, Co. Cork, P17 D981, IE
- +353879480910
- Visit website
- Monday 9 pm-10 pm
- Tuesday 9 pm-10 pm
- Wednesday 9 pm-10 pm
- Thursday 9 pm-10 pm
- Friday 9 pm-10 pm
- Sunday 9 pm-10 pm
Local tips
- Dress warmly as the tours take place in the evening and can get chilly.
- Book your tickets in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons.
- Bring a camera to capture the hauntingly beautiful scenery, but be aware of possible orbs or anomalies in photos!
- Consider joining the tour with friends for a more enjoyable and thrilling experience.
- Stay afterwards to explore local pubs and restaurants, many of which have their own ghost stories.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are starting from the Kinsale town center, head south on Main Street towards the waterfront. Continue straight until you reach the junction at The Bulman pub. Turn right onto the Pier Road, following the signs for the old town. Walk along Pier Road until it becomes The Glen. Continue straight and take a left onto Town-Plots. Follow this road until you reach Guardwell, where Kinsale Ghost Tours is located. It will be on your right.
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Public Transport
From the Kinsale bus stop on Main Street, take the bus towards Cork City. Get off at the stop for Kinsale Golf Club. From there, walk back towards Kinsale along the main road, then turn left onto Town-Plots. Continue walking until you reach Guardwell, where Kinsale Ghost Tours is located on your right.
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Bicycle
If you are renting a bicycle in Kinsale, start from the town center and head south on Main Street. Turn right onto Pier Road and continue until you reach The Glen. When you reach Town-Plots, turn left and cycle until you arrive at Guardwell, where Kinsale Ghost Tours is situated on your right.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Essential places to dine
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Mario's Kinsale
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Bastion
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Saint Francis Provisions
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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The Collector
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