In Cork city, head for the island centre around St Patrick’s Street and the English Market, Shandon on the northside, and the Victorian Quarter on MacCurtain Street. Outside the city, Cobh, Kinsale and Blarney are the most popular trips.
Areas of Cork city to explore
- City centre: St Patrick’s Street, Oliver Plunkett Street, the English Market and Opera Lane for shopping, food and pubs.
- Shandon: the old northside quarter with St Anne’s Church, the Butter Museum and great views.
- Victorian Quarter: MacCurtain Street and around, packed with restaurants, bars and live music venues.
- The Mardyke: Fitzgerald Park, Cork Public Museum and UCC.
Places to go in County Cork
Cobh for its harbour and Titanic history, Kinsale for seafood, Blarney for the castle and gardens, Fota Wildlife Park for families, and West Cork for beaches and coast.
Wherever you end up, check what’s on in Cork for gigs, theatre and events.