Things To Do

The seemingly endless sandy beaches stretching from Ballybunion to South Kerry has earned this part of the country the accolade of being Ireland's Gold Coast. Kissed by the Atlantic waves, Ballybunion is a town famous for golf and the raw beauty of its natural landscape.The superb location of the Cliff House Hotel allows both leisure and golfing guests to travel around the county with ease and explore it's history and culture, as well as visit many places of interest. As one of the most popular tourist destinations in Kerry, Ballybunion offers visitors a wide range of activities and attractions.

BALLYBUNION BEAN FESTIVAL

The Ballybunion Bean Festival is a unique local event celebrating sustainable food, community, and creativity. Developed as part of the Brilliant Ballybunion initiative, it highlights the role of beans as a climate-friendly food source.

Taking place at The Barna Way organic farm and woodland, the festival includes food, music, and community activities in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Date: 22nd August 2026
Location: Ballybunion, Co. Kerry

A unique event happening here in Ballybunion. Why not make a stay of it and enjoy some time by the sea?
Call 068 27777 to reserve your room.

LISTOWEL HARVEST FESTIVAL

One of Ireland’s most celebrated racing festivals, the Listowel Harvest Festival is a highlight of the social and sporting calendar. Enjoy a full week of top-class horse racing, fashion, entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere in the heart of North Kerry.

Date: 20th – 26th September 2026
Location: Listowel Racecourse, Co. Kerry

A fantastic event just a short drive from Ballybunion. Why not make an evening of it and enjoy an overnight stay with us?

Please note, availability is limited and all bookings must be made by phone. For further details, please call 068 27777

World-Class Links Golf

Located on the northwest coast of County Kerry, nestled among sand dunes with beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean, Ballybunion Golf Club is home to two exceptional world-class links courses: the Old Course and the Trent Jones Cashen Course. Each offers a thrilling challenge, where every hole, hazard, and shot is shaped by the beauty and power of nature.

www.ballybuniongolfclub.com - 5 min drive from the hotel

BALLYBUNION BEACHES

Ballybunion is home to some of Ireland’s most beautiful beaches, stretching along the Wild Atlantic Way with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and dramatic coastline. Both the Men’s Beach and the Ladies’ Beach are Blue Flag standard, offering clean, safe, and well-maintained surroundings.

Perfect for long walks, swimming, or simply relaxing by the sea, the beaches are a highlight of any visit to Ballybunion. The fresh Atlantic air and scenic views make it an ideal spot to unwind and take in the natural beauty of the area.

Location: Ballybunion, Co. Kerry – just a short walk from the hotel

A must-visit during your stay. Why not make the most of it and enjoy a relaxing break by the sea?
Call 068 27777 to reserve your room.

Cliff Walk

Breath in and feel the famous champagne air and enjoy the stunning views of the Atlantic and neighboring county Clare from the heights of Ballybunion Cliffs. Take your time and you will be sure to spot some dolphins lazing along the coast. Starts at your doorstep.

Sea Weed Baths

Collins’s Hot Seaweed Baths established in 1932 is situated on the Ladies Strand in Ballybunion and is a place where relaxation and rejuvenation are encouraged. Lie back in a bath of saltwater and serrated wrack freshly picked nearby in the wave-cut platform known as the Black Rocks and soak in the softness of the iodine and natural oils of the seaweed released into your seaweed bath. Relaxing in the seaweed is an old therapy for aches and pains and tired muscles and is a destressing experience for the body and combats the strains of the pace of modern day living. With your own private bathroom, it is recommended to soak for a half an hour and take in the sounds of the crashing waves of the Atlantic on the beach. Collins’s Hot Seaweed Baths has remained in one family for three generations. One of the four remaining authentic seaweed baths in the country. Tel: 068 27469. On the beach – 1 min walk from the hotel.

SWIMMING POOL & GYM

Located just a short walk from the hotel, the Ballybunion Health and Leisure Centre offers excellent facilities for those looking to relax or stay active during their visit.

The centre features a state-of-the-art gym, three swimming pools to choose from, as well as a jacuzzi and sauna—perfect for unwinding after a day exploring the area.

Location: 5-minute walk from the hotel

For more information, please visit: www.ballybunionleisure.ie

Surfing

Conquer those exciting Altantic waves or take a lesson how to go it with Ballybunion Surfing School.

www.ballybunionsurf.com

The Tinteán Theatre

Take in a show in the state-of-the-art theatre, the “home” of the North Kerry Art, Cultural and Heritage Society, which tours nationally and internationally with its traditional Irish dance productions.

www.tintean.ie - 4 min walk from the hotel

Bromore Cliffs

Take a twenty-minite walk or a quick drive to the breathtaking Bromore Cliffs just outside Ballybunion on the way to Beale Strand.

Micheal Flahive Bromore Cliffs Tel: 087 9502167 Email: flahivemike@eircom.net

Carrigafoyle Castle

Carrigafoyle Castle in Ballylongford – now a listed National Monument, was built by Connor Liath O’Connor at the end of the 15th century using a design borrowed from the Normans. The O’Connors of Kerry also built the Friary of Lislaughtin. St Lachtin was the first to preach Christianity in the area. Various internal rooms and staircases are accessible. There are no visitor facilities, but this need not detract from the medieval experience of seeing the castle.

20 min drive from the hotel

Heritage Town Listowel

Visit Listowel with its fantastic Writers and Lartigue museums, St John's theatre, great boutiques and famous pubs. Why not have lunch or dinner at our sister hotel in Listowel - The Listowel Arms Hotel - set in a historic Georgian building which dates back to 1792!

www.listowelarms.com - 9 miles from Ballybunion

Listowel Greenway

Explore the scenic Listowel Greenway, a 10km walking and cycling route connecting the heritage town of Listowel to the charming village of Abbeyfeale. This trail offers picturesque views of the North Kerry countryside, perfect for a day out.

Finuge Cultural Experience

Step back in time at the Finuge Cultural Experience, where you can visit a traditional thatched cottage for a magical evening of Irish music, song, dance, and storytelling – an authentic taste of Kerry’s rural heritage. A hidden gem just 9 miles from Ballybunion.

Group bookings welcome. Tel. 087 275 8254

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BALLYBUNION BEAN FESTIVAL

LISTOWEL HARVEST FESTIVAL

World-Class Links Golf

BALLYBUNION BEACHES

Cliff Walk

Sea Weed Baths

SWIMMING POOL & GYM

Surfing

The Tinteán Theatre

Bromore Cliffs

Carrigafoyle Castle

Heritage Town Listowel

Listowel Greenway

Finuge Cultural Experience

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