Getting Here and Around

Skibbereen is 85 km (53 miles) southwest of Cork City, a drive of an hour and 20 minutes on the N71, the main Bantry road. The town lies 33 km (20 miles) west of Clonakilty, about a half-hour drive. There is free parking on the street and in several parking lots. Buses depart from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place, but there's no local public transportation. For local excursions, contact Long's Taxis. Skibbereen is a designated hub of the National Cycle Network, with three signposted routes of one-day and half-day trips. Book a bike in advance from Roycroft Cycles.

Contacts

Roycroft Cycles. Ilen St., Skibbereen, Co. Cork. 028/21235; www.westcorkcycles.ie.

Skibbereen Cabs & Taxi Service. 55 Bridge St., Skibbereen, Co. Cork. 028/21258.