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Cork Holiday Guide
Exploring Cork on foot will open out to you interesting waterways, lively traditional bars, modern art centres, historical buildings, fascinating independent shops and some of the best restaurants that Ireland has to offer.
Shopping in Cork
Cork is a shopper’s delight, not least because it still has a number of thriving independent traders that help set its shopping district apart from the interchangeable chains that dominate many other cities. Taking a stroll through the winding alleys around Grand Parade and Patrick Street you will discover many quirky independent retailers offering vintage clothes, handmade crafts and bespoke jewellery. When the shopping becomes too much there are also plenty of atmospheric cafes to relax and discuss your purchases in.
Restaurants in Cork
Cork has the best foodie scene in the country and lovers of fine foods are spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out. It’s not just in restaurants, however, where Cork’s love of gastronomy comes to life: a trip to the English Market on Princes Street is enough to work up a hearty appetite in itself, with beautifully presented local produce (cheeses, ham, salmon, buttered eggs, sausages and artisanal breads) mingling with quality imports like olives and wines.
Views of Cork
Some of the finest views of Cork can be enjoyed from two historic buildings: Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Gaol. On Sundays the Elizabeth Fort Market Festival will reward you with more than stunning views: Irish crafts, gourmet food and entertainment are also hosted within its historic walls. The views of the west of the city, including Cork’s university, from the old Gaol make it well worth the bus or taxi ride out to it.
Sport in Cork
Páirc Uí Chaoimh is a 50,000 capacity stadium in Ballintemple. It is the home of the Cork Gaelic Athletic Association, so you can always catch live football here on match days or enjoy a tour of the grounds every Monday and Wednesday.
Nature in Cork
With the tranquil River Lea never far away Cork provides many chances to get away from it all, whilst never being too far away from the amenities of the city. Fitzgerald Park offers tranquillity and natural beauty in the heart of Cork, whilst Lough Park is set around a freshwater limestone lake teeming with wildlife just one kilometre south-west of the city centre.
Enjoy Cork
With a warm welcome on every corner, modern art galleries, cosy pubs, great restaurants, historic buildings, regular festivals and shops with a difference, Cork has certainly claimed its place as the ‘real capital of Ireland’ in the hearts of its many visitors.
Guide to Exploring Cork
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Rochestown Park Hotel
Rochestown Road, DouglasSituated in Douglas, this spa hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Douglas Golf Club and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cork City Hall and Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral. Pairc Ui Rinn and Christ the King Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Fota Island Hotel & Spa
Fota Island, FotaThis family-friendly Fota hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Barryscourt Castle, Fota Wildlife Park, and Fota House Arboretum and Gardens. Titanic Trail and Cobh Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Jurys Inn Cork
Andersons Quay, CorkLocated in Cork City Centre, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Custom House and Cork City Hall. Bells of Shandon and St. Anne's Shandon Church are also within 15 minutes.
Cork International Hotel
Cork Airport Business Park, CorkSituated near the airport, this hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Frankfield Golf Club and within 6 mi (10 km) of University College Cork and Cork City Hall. Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and Bells of Shandon are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Springfort Hall Country House Hotel
Doneraile Road, MallowThis family-friendly Mallow hotel is located in a rural location, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Ballybeg Priory, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kilcolman Wildfowl Refuge and Doneraile Wildlife Park. Mallow Golf Course and Doneraile Court are also within 6 mi (10 km).
The Metropole Hotel
MacCurtain Street, CorkLocated in the heart of Cork, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Everyman Palace Theatre and Cork City Hall. Bells of Shandon and St. Anne's Shandon Church are also within 15 minutes.
Clayton Hotel Cork City
Lapps Quay, CorkLocated in Cork City Centre, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Custom House, Cork City Hall, and Bells of Shandon. St. Anne's Shandon Church and Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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