Cork Tourist Information and Visitor Guide
Cork, the second city of the Republic of Ireland, is built on an island in the River Lee. Sometimes knows as Ireland's Venice, the city is characterised by its many bridges, large and small, that cross this mighty river. A bustling, friendly city that plays host to some great festivals, it is just a short drive to Blarney Castle and the Ring of Kerry renowned for its spectacular scenery.
Cork Highlights
- Cork City Gaol - unlock the past in a wonderfully preserved old gaol with life-sized wax figures from Irish history
- Foto Wildlife Park - take a walk on the wild side in Cork's fabulous wildlife park, with wallabies, cheetahs, penguins and a great nature trail
- Cork Opera House - over 150 years old, the Opera House offers a world-class programme of events across all disciplines in the performing arts
- Crawford Municiple Art Gallery - the collection comprises of works from 18th-century Irish and European painting and sculpture
- Triskel Arts Centre - a brilliantly conceived arts centre with a broad range of exhibitions from poetry to photography
- St Fin Barres Cathedral - built by William Burges at the end of the 19th century, St Fin Barre’s is on a site that dates back to the 7th century
- Cork Butter Museum - central to the history of Cork, this unique museum traces the craft of butter-making right back to the late 17th century
- The English Market - a must-visit for those with even a passing interest in gourmet food
Plan your visit to Cork
- Cork Hotels - view and choose a place to stay in Cork
- Cork Short Breaks - for short break ideas and offers
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