historic in Cork, Ireland

Ballycotton Lighthouse & Island

A black-and-white striped lighthouse on its own island, reachable by a short boat hop from the pier.

Worth the wander

Ballycotton Lighthouse has stood on Ballycotton Island since 1851, automated since 1991; a short ferry from Ballycotton Pier crosses to the island, and the village's cliff path gives free views of the lighthouse and bay from the mainland.

Quick answers

Cost: Free to view from the pier; guided boat tour to the lighthouse approx €27 adult / €16 child
Time and distance: Boat tour runs about 90 minutes, including a 10-15 min crossing each way
Parking: Free car parking in Ballycotton village

Find your way

Ballycotton, Co. Cork