Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Goleen October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Goleen Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Goleen.dx181306)[Hotels in Goleen](https://expedia.ca/Goleen-Hotels.d181306.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Goleen Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Goleen.d181306.Car-Rental-Guide)[Goleen Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Goleen.d181306.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Goleen ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Goleen Types of activities [Goleen travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Goleen.dx181306) ![Photo by alusoare.com](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ec3469d532d3a441c48b874fc6c9c893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by alusoare.com](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ec3469d532d3a441c48b874fc6c9c893.jpg) ![Photo by Our Global Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/edde3c4485ce9b213b1cba765f4fe210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Our Global Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/edde3c4485ce9b213b1cba765f4fe210.jpg) ![Photo by Suzanne Steenbergen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/85c296414fe13b75105db5e075caa36f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Suzanne Steenbergen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/85c296414fe13b75105db5e075caa36f.jpg) ![Photo by Suzanne Steenbergen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/87c6e2c90bae3b344a6d82aade26ec5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Suzanne Steenbergen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/87c6e2c90bae3b344a6d82aade26ec5b.jpg) ![Photo by Nigel Wheal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9540a637993f4c16a4f341d4b95ae8d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Nigel Wheal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9540a637993f4c16a4f341d4b95ae8d0.jpg) ## Goleen Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Goleen has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Goleen is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Goleen to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Goleen Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Goleen. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Goleen attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ## Recommended things to do in Goleen | Number of things to do | 2 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Fastnet Rock Lighthouse & Cape Clear Island tour departing Baltimore. West ...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fastnet-rock-lighthouse-cape-clear-island-tour-departing-baltimore-west-cork.a3146634.activity-details): CA $117 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Fastnet Rock Lighthouse & Cape Clear Island tour departing Baltimore. West ...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fastnet-rock-lighthouse-cape-clear-island-tour-departing-baltimore-west-cork.a3146634.activity-details) - [WAW Towns and Peninsulas Private Tour from Bantry](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/waw-towns-and-peninsulas-private-tour-from-bantry.a49043682.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | - [Fastnet Rock Lighthouse & Cape Clear Island tour departing Baltimore. West ...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fastnet-rock-lighthouse-cape-clear-island-tour-departing-baltimore-west-cork.a3146634.activity-details) | ## What to do in Goleen * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Goleen ![Three Castles Head](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7eea3c058f87753127e4cc9501f56ec7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Three Castles Head Learn about the local history of Goleen with a stop at Three Castles Head. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Three-Castles-Head-Goleen.d553248621532489124.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mizen Head Regarded as the most south-westerly point of Ireland, Mizen Head is famous for its jaw-dropping cliffs and provides one of the main highlights of a trip to County Cork. [](https://expedia.ca/Mizen-Head-Goleen.d6090195.Vacation-Attraction) #### Barleycove Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Barleycove Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Goleen. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Barleycove-Beach-Goleen.d553248621532489068.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Brendan the Navigator You can learn about the history of Crookhaven with a visit to St. Brendan the Navigator. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Brendan-The-Navigator-Goleen.d553248621562624261.Vacation-Attraction) #### Crookhaven Lighthouse After visiting Crookhaven Lighthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Goleen. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Crookhaven-Lighthouse-Goleen.d888720966673575936.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mizen Vision You can find out about the history of Goleen with a visit to Mizen Vision. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Mizen-Vision-Goleen.d6075860.Vacation-Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Goleen worth visiting? > Whether you're planning to experience the local charm and cultural hotspots or sample regional foods and go on outdoor adventures, there's no shortage of things to do in Goleen. ### How do I spend a day in Goleen? > Barleycove Beach and Three Castles Head are two great places to begin your getaway adventures. Be sure to check out the retail and dining options in Goleen while you're here too. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Goleen? > Barleycove Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Goleen and deserves a spot on every itinerary of the area. ### Is three days enough to stay in Goleen? > Three days will be enough time to check out many city highlights, such as Barleycove Beach, Three Castles Head and St. Brendan the Navigator. The average stay in Goleen is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your adventure, Kenmare isn't far away. ### What are some activities to do in Goleen with kids? > If you are after activities and sights for all of your group, we've got some great ideas for what to do in Goleen with kids. > > > > - [Fastnet Rock Lighthouse & Cape Clear Island tour departing Baltimore. West ...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fastnet-rock-lighthouse-cape-clear-island-tour-departing-baltimore-west-cork.a3146634.activity-details) ### What to do in Goleen for adults? > Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or fan of Mother Nature, there are plenty of things to do in Goleen for adults including Whyte Bookshop. ### Are there free things to do in Goleen? > One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Goleen is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without opening your wallet. 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