Walk the bamboo groves
Thirty species of bamboo, many of them giant, grow along romantic paths together with palms, tree ferns and other tropical plants that thrive in Glengarriff's mild Gulf Stream climate.
Bamboo Park
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About
A family-run exotic garden on the Glengarriff coast, where 30 species of bamboo grow alongside palms and tree ferns, with paths leading down to a private beach and views over the harbour.
Things to Do
Hunt out the stone pillars
Thirteen mysterious stone pillars of unknown age and origin stand in the garden. Parts of the grounds date to Lady Ardilaun's early-1900s garden, while the modern bamboo areas were created in 1999.
Shoreline walks and sea views
Paths wind down to the shoreline with lookout points over Glengarriff Harbour and Garnish Island, plus access to a private beach where you may spot seals in the bay.
Picnic and relax in a gazebo
Many gazebos are scattered through the park for quiet moments, and there is a picnic area for families. Buggy-friendly paths make it easy to explore with small children.
Tea, cake and plant sales
The on-site coffee shop serves tea, coffee and homemade cakes on a sunny terrace. There is also a small souvenir shop and bamboos, palms and tree ferns for sale.
Plan Your Visit
- Hours: Open daily all year; Google's current record lists 09:15-19:00, the park's website says 9am-7pm, and the local tourism office lists 9am-6pm - check before visiting as hours vary by season.
- Admission: Adults EUR 7, seniors EUR 6, students EUR 4, children free (per Glengarriff tourism office; the park's older website lists EUR 6/5/3.50, disabled EUR 1, groups of 12+ EUR 3.50).
- Parking: Free car and minicoach parking on site, at the main road entrance.
- Food: On-site coffee shop with tea, coffee and homemade cakes; bring a picnic for the designated picnic area.
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