Blackrock
Cork
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Popular places to visit
Blackrock Castle
Have fun with hands-on science exhibits, visit an interactive theater and learn about Cork’s past while you explore this 400-year-old riverfront castle.
University College Cork
Situated by the banks of the River Lee, University College Cork is a gorgeous, ornate gothic structure with a rich reputation for academic excellence.
English Market
Shop for fresh produce from around the world and sample traditional Cork dishes at this historic food market inside a grand Victorian building.
Cork Opera House
Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Cork City Gaol
Experience the harshness of Irish penal life in the 19th century as you wander amid the cells of this architecturally impressive former prison.
St. Patrick's Bridge
Take in views of the River Lee from this 18th-century bridge and wander through Cork’s city center via one of the city’s most historic streets.
Things to do
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Cork: Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience
Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Top hotels in Blackrock
The Dean Cork
Super clean, and luxurious hotel. Right next to the train station, and many many food and bar options.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Imperial Hotel
The room was spotless, very nice location, in city centre, lovely bar area too
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Great hotel
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Large and comfortable apartment! Great location!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Pleasant staff. Hotel was clean. Neighborhood was decent
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The River Lee Hotel
Super hotel, excellent quality throughput and attentive staff.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Blackrock
South Parish
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Victorian Quarter
Victorian Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex while you're in town.
Huguenot Quarter
While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street while you're in town.
Shandon
Shandon is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bells of Shandon or Butter Museum.
Fairhill
When in Fairhill, you can plan a visit to Bells of Shandon and Murphy's Brewery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Blackrock
- Blackrock Castle
- Mahon Point Shopping Centre
- Cork Heritage Park
- Blarney Castle
- University College Cork
- English Market
- Blarney Stone
- Cork Opera House
- Cork University Hospital
- Port of Ringaskiddy
- Jameson Experience
- Ballymaloe House Cookery School
- Cork City Gaol
- Musgrave Park
- St. Patrick's Bridge
- Blarney Woolen Mills
- Titanic Experience Cobh
- Pairc Ui Chaoimh
- Cork City Hall
- Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
- Mercy University Hospital
- Victoria Hospital South Infirmary
- Cobh Heritage Centre
- Cobh Cathedral
- Turners Cross
- West Cork Heritage Centre
- Everyman Palace Theatre
- St. Colman's Cathedral
- St. Patrick's Street
- Elizabeth Fort
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- English Market
- Holy Trinity Church
- Mercy University Hospital
- St. Mary's Dominican Church
- Cork Courthouse
- St. Patrick's Bridge
- St. Anne's Shandon Church
- Murphy's Brewery
- Half Moon Theatre
- Cork Opera House
- Merchants Quay Shopping Centre
- Saint Peter and Paul's Church
- Saint Francis Church
- Crane Lane Theatre
- Trabolgan Holidays
- Crawford Art Gallery
- Cork Arts Theatre
- Leisureplex
