Ballydavid: A Closer Look at the Foreigner Village
Ballydavid also known as the “town of the foreigners” because of the number of foreigners visit yearly. It is a village under the region of Ard na Caithne, Kerry County, Ireland. Geographically, it is located near the Gallarus Castle made during the 15th century by the Knight of Kerry and the historical Gallarus Oratory.
Best Time to Visit
Ballydavid has a lot of yearly activities to offer. The Kerry Blues Festival is a music festival held around June where it attracts tourist that makes the month the peak season for tourism. Hotel prices during this time are higher than usual. On the other hand, between September and November is the slowest season for tourism because of the chilly and humid wind. For a budget tour, it is best to visit between March and May where you can find some great deals.
What to Do & Area Attractions
You can try hiking at the 8th highest Brandon Mountain in Ireland following the track that leads to a huge cross at the peak. You can also enjoy cliff hiking at the Slea Head and afterward enjoy swimming in the turquoise beach water.
There are a lot of choices for booking Ballydavid hotels. An Riasc offers a unique intimate atmosphere in their rooms located at the mountain with a great Atlantic Ocean view at an affordable price. You can also try the Killfountain Farm built in stone around the 1800’s surrounded with farm-like atmosphere at a very affordable price. Both are located near the top tourist destinations, which makes it more accessible.