Monacnapa, Blarney, Cork T23 Y598 Ireland

Situated 8km from Cork City, this historic castle is most famous for its stone, which has the traditional power of conferring eloquence on all who kiss it. The word Blarney was introduced into the English language by Queen Elizabeth I and is described as pleasant talk, intended to deceive without offending. The stone is set in the wall below the battlements, and to kiss it one has to lean backwards (grasping an iron railing) from the parapet walk. LAST ADMISSION IS 60 MINS BEFORE CLOSING TIME/Dogs Not Permitted/Drone Photography Prohibited

41 Princes Street, Cork T12 RW26 Ireland

Convent Avenue Sunday's Well, Cork T23 VX25 Ireland

Corks Most Captivating Experience:A step back in time to see what 19th/early 20th century life was like-inside and outside prison walls. Historical experience brought to life with amazingly lifelike figures, furnished cells, sound effects & fascinating exhibitions. This exhibition fascinates visitors of all ages and nationalities and the tour is available in up to 13 languages.

Dean St, Cork Ireland

A stately 19th-century cathedral dedicated to the patron saint of Cork.

University College Cork Western road, Cork T12 HY8E Ireland

University College Cork is one of Ireland’s most prestigious universities. It boasts a vibrant, modern campus with a student experience second to none in Ireland. A learning community where the student is at the heart of everything and the special relationship between student and lecturer is primary to our unique ethos. The campus is located a mere ten minutes walk from the heart of Cork city, a former European Capital of Culture. Cork is listed as a top ten location in the Lonely Planet guide which states it “has always had an unshakeable self-confidence and innate sense of pride”, a description which is equally applicable to the University itself

2 Church Street Shandon, Cork T23 YN88 Ireland

One of Cork's most prominent landmarks, you can enjoy the unique experience of ringing the original 18th Century Church bells, view the mechanism of the famous four faced liar clock, climb the tower to experience spectacular views of Cork City and beyond and visit the beautiful interior of St, Anne's church, one of Cork's oldest buildings.

Blarney Castle, Blarney, Cork T23 Y598 Ireland

Mardyke Walk, Cork Ireland

Douglas Street, Cork T12 X70A Ireland

Winners of the prestigious Council of Europe Museum Prize 2022! Nano Nagle Place is a restored walled convent with beautiful hidden gardens and graveyards, the fab Good Day Deli garden café and design & book shop in the centre of bustling Cork city. Our state of the art heritage centre tells the extraordinary story of C18th Cork city and how Nano Nagle worked tirelessly to educate the poor of the city. History, heritage, culture, great food & coffee, stunning architecture & landscaping and a very warm welcome await! Come and explore all that's good in Cork!

Cork Ireland

Shandon, Cork Ireland

Castle Road Blackrock, Cork T12 YW52 Ireland

Barrack Street, Cork T12 C8A0 Ireland

Elizabeth Fort is Ireland's best preserved urban artillery fortification and one of Cork’s oldest and most historic sites. Located right in the heart of Cork City, visitors can enjoy panoramic views from the ancient bastions, walk the walls and discover the tumultuous story of this impressive site!

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, Cork T12 TNE6 Ireland

Crawford Art Gallery is a National Cultural Institution and regional art museum for Munster, dedicated to the visual arts, both historic and contemporary. Admission to the Gallery and to exhibitions is free. The permanent collection comprises almost 4,000 works, ranging from eighteenth century Irish and European painting and sculpture, through to contemporary video installations. At the heart of the collection is a collection of Greek and Roman sculpture casts, brought to Cork in 1818 from the Vatican Museum in Rome. Through its temporary exhibitions, publications and education programmes, the Crawford Art Gallery is committed to fostering recognition, critical assessment, and acknowledgement of historical and contemporary Irish and international art practice. Located in the heart of Cork city, the gallery is a critical part of Ireland's cultural and tourism infrastructure, welcoming almost 200,000 visitors a year.

Camden Fort Meagher Camden Road cork Ireland, Cork Ireland