If you have time, visit James Fort the sister of Charles Fort. If you only have time for one, I would recommend Charles Fort.

great walk outside Kinsale that gives you great views right around the harbour

The ruins of James Fort are seconded by the views experienced on approach! Also there is a beach located nearby which is well worth a look!

Very large fort. We were free to roam. Good information available. View breathtaking from ramparts looking out to sea.

What better way to spend a few hours to explore our history - well worth a visit. At your service D & T.

have a drink in the dock bar,enjoy the beach,take in the views of charlesfort,its all good!

A walk around the fort could start or end at the Dock Beach or the footbath on the back end of the Castlepark Marina. For visitors, locals and dogs, alike a walk, run or stroll amidst the fort up and over the hills will bring you views of the bridge and marina, the inner/middle harbour and Kinsale town or a... More

Looking at the sea, walking the dog, walking with my child and his dad, close to the beach. Divine views and a sense of freedom I don't get anywhere else

James fort is sadly closed, but you can have a nice walk around the isthmus and a lovely pint in the Dock pub!. The dock beach is very secluded and family friendly worth a visit !