Ballydavid is a quiet fishing village on the shores of Smerwick Harbour with views of Mount Brandon to the east and the Three Sisters and Dún an Óir to the west. Tradition is strong in this Irish Speaking area. The unique currach used for generations by fishermen on the western seaboard is still built here. The village retains much of its traditional character and is within easy reach of Gallarus Oratory and Cill Mhaelcéadair, two of the best known archaeological sites in the area.