What to do in Cork

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Cork has always refused to play second fiddle to Dublin, and it possesses plenty of its own big attractions, from Blarney Castle to Cork City Museum.

Blackrock Castle Observatory
Blackrock
View the stars and enjoy a historical view of the Port of Cork

St Finbarrs Cathedral
Finbarr Street
The historical monument of the city

Shandon Steeple/Butter Exchange
Shandon Street
Cultural centre with exhibitions and shops selling work from local artists 

Crawford Art Gallery
Emmett Place
Gallery offering local and International exhibitions

UCC
Western Road
Third level college dating back to the early 19th century with Ogham Stone exhibition and Honan Chapel

Fota Wildlife Park
Cobh
Ireland's premier wildlife attraction, with freely roaming animals for all the family to enjoy. Click here to view their site

Fota House & Gardens
Cobh
Fota's internationally recognized arboretum and gardens which are open all year round

The Old Midleton Distillery/Jameson Heritage
Centre Midleton
The Midleton Distillery is the Irish Distillers Group's most important distillery

Mahon Point Shopping Centre 
Mahon
Shopping centre offering a range of shops, restaurants, cafes, leisure facilities and a 13 screen cinema. Click here to view their site

Cork City Museum
Mardyke
Local artifacts and extensive silver collection dating back to the 16th century

Cork City Goal
Sundays Well
Old city gaol with daily guided tours of this historic building

Blarney Castle
Blarney
World renowned ancient castle - kiss the blarney stone and visit the woolen mills

Christmas in Cork
Looking for a Christmas Party Venue in Cork? Cork International Airport Hotel is the ideal party venue with private & corporate Christmas parties also available from only €10 per person. Please click here for more information on our Christmas Party Nights

Hen Parties in Cork
Planning your Hen Party in Cork? Within easy reach of Cork City with some great special offers, this Cork Hotel offers you the very best for you and your hens! Click here for more information on Hen Party Nights in Cork! 

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