Things to do in Cork
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Tours & day trips
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Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
Private & custom tours
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Food, drink & nightlife
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
With its richly decorated façade and opulent interior designs, this mid-19th century cathedral is one of Cork’s most instantly recognizable monuments.
Fitzgerald Park
Enjoy picnics on landscaped lawns, visit a city history museum and attend free summer concerts at this attractive riverfront park.
St. Anne's Shandon Church
Ring a set of famous bells, admire beautiful stained-glass windows and enjoy panoramic views of Cork at this striking 18th-century church.
Areas of Cork
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Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cork Opera House and English Market while you're in town.
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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.
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Wilton
When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Turners Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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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 St. Anne's Shandon Church.
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Fairhill
When in Fairhill, you can plan a visit to St. Anne's Shandon Church and Bells of Shandon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- University College Cork
- English Market
- Cork University Hospital
- Cork Opera House
- Pairc Ui Chaoimh
- Mahon Point Shopping Centre
- Cork City Gaol
- Blackrock Castle
- St. Patrick's Bridge
- Mercy University Hospital
- Cork City Hall
- Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
- Musgrave Park
- Turners Cross
- Fitzgerald Park
- Victoria Hospital South Infirmary
- Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium
- St. Anne's Shandon Church
- Merchants Quay Shopping Centre
- Pairc Ui Rinn
- Military Museum Collins Barracks
- Murphy's Brewery
- Everyman Palace Theatre
- Elizabeth Fort
- Crawford Art Gallery
- Glucksman Gallery
- Cork Courthouse
- Cork Arts Theatre
- Paul Street
- Cork Public Museum
- Holy Trinity Church
- Saint Peter and Paul's Church
- Saint Francis Church
- Red Abbey Tower
- Nano Nagle Bridge
- Shandon Steeple
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