Karolyn's Guidebook to Cork
Food scene
Quinlans Seafood Bar Cork
14 Princes StFabulous seafood restaurant
Market Lane
5-6 Oliver Plunkett StGreat menu and nice atmosphere
The Mutton Lane Inn
3 Mutton LnPerfect for a pint of Guinness
Jacobs on the Mall
30 S MallFabulous food and wine
Paradiso
16 Lancaster QuayHigh end vegetarian restaurant…. An unbelievable experience
The Bulman Bar & Toddies Restaurant Kinsale
Marina Market
Centre Park RoadO'Sho
13 Barrack StreetBlackrock Local Area
There are many nice places to see and walk to within the local area of Blackrock.
Observatoř CIT Blackrock Castle
Castle RoadBeautiful location in the heart of Blackrock
Scally's SuperValu
Skehard RoadLocal supermarket…. Just 5 min walk
Blackrock Castle Car Park (A)
Castle RoadBeautiful walk along the Blackrock castle walk and railway line
Blackrock Sunday Market
Sunday market from 10am - 2pm. Many local foods and live music.
Cameron Bakery
Castle RoadLocal fresh baked goods (French style)
The Castle Cafe
Castle RoadSightseeing - Outer Area
Ideally best to travel via car. But some places have direct trains and buses.
Nice historic castle with beautiful gardens. The bus 215 (bus stop outside the house) brings you directly there and back.
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Blarney Castle
Nice historic castle with beautiful gardens. The bus 215 (bus stop outside the house) brings you directly there and back.
Great day out… to be surround by animals and also the gardens are fabulous to relax and drink tea in the cafe.
Getting there - trains are available directly to Fota from the train station.
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Fota Wildlife Park
Great day out… to be surround by animals and also the gardens are fabulous to relax and drink tea in the cafe.
Getting there - trains are available directly to Fota from the train station.
Charles Fort
The special Cobh “great island” is a super way up spend your day exploring the small town and enjoying the harbour.
Getting there - trains available directly from train station.
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Katedrála sv. Colmana, Cobh
5 Cathedral PlThe special Cobh “great island” is a super way up spend your day exploring the small town and enjoying the harbour.
Getting there - trains available directly from train station.
Beautiful cliff walk along the coast of
Ballycotton.
The pretty fishing village of Ballycotton, about a 40-minute drive from Cork, is a favorite escape for its beaches and seafood restaurants. It's also a popular destination thanks to the beautiful Ballycotton Cliff Walk.
This awesome five-mile trail travels along the cliff top track from Ballycotton village to Ballyandreen beach, offering spectacular views along the way. A journey of around five hours, the path leads between rolling meadows of the East Cork countryside and the cliffs with beaches below.
Getting there - recommend driving to Ballycotton.
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Ballycotton Cliff Walk
Beautiful cliff walk along the coast of
Ballycotton.
The pretty fishing village of Ballycotton, about a 40-minute drive from Cork, is a favorite escape for its beaches and seafood restaurants. It's also a popular destination thanks to the beautiful Ballycotton Cliff Walk.
This awesome five-mile trail travels along the cliff top track from Ballycotton village to Ballyandreen beach, offering spectacular views along the way. A journey of around five hours, the path leads between rolling meadows of the East Cork countryside and the cliffs with beaches below.
Getting there - recommend driving to Ballycotton.
Ballymaloe Hotel and Restaurant
Gougane Barra National Forest Park
The village is a stone’s throw from many of the most popular places to see in Cork and there are heaps of great pubs and restaurants where you can whittle away an evening.
How to get there:
Bus from the bus station
By car
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Kinsale
The village is a stone’s throw from many of the most popular places to see in Cork and there are heaps of great pubs and restaurants where you can whittle away an evening.
How to get there:
Bus from the bus station
By car
Sightseeing - Cork City Center
Travel via 215 bus available outside the house to city centre.
A nice art experience with a cosy garden cafe.
The permanent collections of the Crawford Art Gallery contain paintings, sculpture, and prints as well as crafts, stained glass, and ceramics. The sculpture galleries include Greco-Roman casts by Antonio Canova and Irish and European sculpture dating from the 19th century through modern works.
The museum's collection of paintings is extensive, with works ranging from the 16th century through the present, with a special exhibit dedicated to female artists. The gallery also frequently offers drop-in creative events, including presentations and hands-on experiences. The Crawford Gallery Cafe is a popular spot for a meal or coffee for both tourists and locals alike.
Address: Emmett Place, Centre, Cork
Official site: www.crawfordartgallery.ie/
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre
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Crawfordova galerie umění
1 Emmett PlA nice art experience with a cosy garden cafe.
The permanent collections of the Crawford Art Gallery contain paintings, sculpture, and prints as well as crafts, stained glass, and ceramics. The sculpture galleries include Greco-Roman casts by Antonio Canova and Irish and European sculpture dating from the 19th century through modern works.
The museum's collection of paintings is extensive, with works ranging from the 16th century through the present, with a special exhibit dedicated to female artists. The gallery also frequently offers drop-in creative events, including presentations and hands-on experiences. The Crawford Gallery Cafe is a popular spot for a meal or coffee for both tourists and locals alike.
Address: Emmett Place, Centre, Cork
Official site: www.crawfordartgallery.ie/
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre
Named after Edward Fitzgerald, the city's Lord Mayor who organized Cork's International Exhibition in 1902, Fitzgerald Park is a tranquil oasis on the outskirts of Cork city. It still features the original pavilion and ornamental fountain from the era.
In the gardens here, visitors will find a café, sculptures, a skate park, and a water-lily pond. Picturesque Daly's Bridge, built in 1926 and known locally as the "Shaky Bridge," connects to Sundays Well Road.
The park is also home to Cork Public Museum, located in the former "Shrubbery House." Highlights of this interesting attraction include collections of silver and ceramics, as well as displays relating to the history of Cork.
Address: Mardyke Walk, Cork
Official site: www.corkcity.ie/corkcityco/en/cork-public-museum/
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre and then walking to outskirts to address above.
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Fitzgerald Park
Named after Edward Fitzgerald, the city's Lord Mayor who organized Cork's International Exhibition in 1902, Fitzgerald Park is a tranquil oasis on the outskirts of Cork city. It still features the original pavilion and ornamental fountain from the era.
In the gardens here, visitors will find a café, sculptures, a skate park, and a water-lily pond. Picturesque Daly's Bridge, built in 1926 and known locally as the "Shaky Bridge," connects to Sundays Well Road.
The park is also home to Cork Public Museum, located in the former "Shrubbery House." Highlights of this interesting attraction include collections of silver and ceramics, as well as displays relating to the history of Cork.
Address: Mardyke Walk, Cork
Official site: www.corkcity.ie/corkcityco/en/cork-public-museum/
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre and then walking to outskirts to address above.
Amazing fresh food market! Absolute gem of Cork City!
Located in the heart of Cork City and with an eye-catching fountain at its center, this quirky roofed food market has been trading since 1788. Under the possession of the Cork City Council, it's one of the world's oldest municipal markets. Artisan breads, fruit, and freshly caught seafood are just some of the specialities on offer.
Address: Princes Street, Cork (off St. Patrick's Street & Grand Parade)
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre
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Anglický trh
Grand ParadeAmazing fresh food market! Absolute gem of Cork City!
Located in the heart of Cork City and with an eye-catching fountain at its center, this quirky roofed food market has been trading since 1788. Under the possession of the Cork City Council, it's one of the world's oldest municipal markets. Artisan breads, fruit, and freshly caught seafood are just some of the specialities on offer.
Address: Princes Street, Cork (off St. Patrick's Street & Grand Parade)
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre
Not far from St. Anne's is another one of Cork city's attractions, the atmospheric and historic City Gaol, which opened in 1824 and closed in 1923. Originally the prison housed both male and female prisoners who committed crimes within the city's borders. In 1878, the City Gaol became an all-female prison, which it remained until men opposed to the 1920 Anglo-Irish Treaty were incarcerated there in 1922-1923.
The complex then deteriorated until it was restored and opened to the public as a tourist attraction in 1993. For a memorable (and atmospheric) experience, look into the availability of one of the attraction's private evening tours.
Address: Convent Avenue, Sunday's Well, Cork
Official site: http://corkcitygaol.com/
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre. Either by foot or taxi to Sundays well.
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Vězení Cork City
Convent AvenueNot far from St. Anne's is another one of Cork city's attractions, the atmospheric and historic City Gaol, which opened in 1824 and closed in 1923. Originally the prison housed both male and female prisoners who committed crimes within the city's borders. In 1878, the City Gaol became an all-female prison, which it remained until men opposed to the 1920 Anglo-Irish Treaty were incarcerated there in 1922-1923.
The complex then deteriorated until it was restored and opened to the public as a tourist attraction in 1993. For a memorable (and atmospheric) experience, look into the availability of one of the attraction's private evening tours.
Address: Convent Avenue, Sunday's Well, Cork
Official site: http://corkcitygaol.com/
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre. Either by foot or taxi to Sundays well.
Nano Nagle Place
Douglas StreetAcross the River Lee on the north side of the city, St. Anne's Church (1722) is known for the famous Shandon Bells tower. The church still uses its original 18th-century bells, which have become one of the city's must-see sights.
St. Anne's Tower is a distinctive landmark on the city skyline, with its facing of red sandstone (north & east) and white ashlar limestone (south & west). Visitors get the chance to ring the bells from the first floor, view the internal workings of the clocks, see the bells firsthand, and enjoy spectacular 360-degree views of Cork City and beyond from the balcony; although it's a climb of 132 steps, it's well worth the effort.
In nearby O'Connell Square, the Cork Butter Museum follows the long history of Irish butter making. Housed in the old Cork Butter Market, highlights include an extensive collection of vintage butter wrappers.
Address: Church Street, Shandon, Cork
Official site: www.shandonbells.ie
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre and walk to address above.
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Zvony Shandon a věž kostela sv. Anny
Church StreetAcross the River Lee on the north side of the city, St. Anne's Church (1722) is known for the famous Shandon Bells tower. The church still uses its original 18th-century bells, which have become one of the city's must-see sights.
St. Anne's Tower is a distinctive landmark on the city skyline, with its facing of red sandstone (north & east) and white ashlar limestone (south & west). Visitors get the chance to ring the bells from the first floor, view the internal workings of the clocks, see the bells firsthand, and enjoy spectacular 360-degree views of Cork City and beyond from the balcony; although it's a climb of 132 steps, it's well worth the effort.
In nearby O'Connell Square, the Cork Butter Museum follows the long history of Irish butter making. Housed in the old Cork Butter Market, highlights include an extensive collection of vintage butter wrappers.
Address: Church Street, Shandon, Cork
Official site: www.shandonbells.ie
Getting there - 215 bus to city centre and walk to address above.
A leisurely 11-minute walk from St. Patrick's Street takes you to the Anglican St. Fin Barre's Cathedral (Ardeaglais Naomh Fionnbarra). In 1862, architect William Burges' design plans were picked from dozens of entries for a cathedral with a budget of £15,000. By the time it was fully constructed, the total cost exceeded £100,000 - but the results were undeniably worth it.
The structure was built with Cork limestone, the interior walls are of Cork marble, and detailed mosaics decorate the choir.
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Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
Bishop StreetA leisurely 11-minute walk from St. Patrick's Street takes you to the Anglican St. Fin Barre's Cathedral (Ardeaglais Naomh Fionnbarra). In 1862, architect William Burges' design plans were picked from dozens of entries for a cathedral with a budget of £15,000. By the time it was fully constructed, the total cost exceeded £100,000 - but the results were undeniably worth it.
The structure was built with Cork limestone, the interior walls are of Cork marble, and detailed mosaics decorate the choir.
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Travelling to city center
The bus stop is 100 meters away to the left of the house when heading to the centre. On return the stop is across the road from the house. Take the 215 bus and I would recommend downloading the “real time Ireland” app of real time access to bus arrival and departure times.