Things to do around!
Sightseeing
If you’re looking to kick back with the locals on a sunny day in Cork City, you should check out Fitzgerald Park. It’s one of the top things to do in the city centre.
This popular park is home to lakes and manicured lawns, lots of sculptures, and wandering paths, as well as the Cork Public Museum, which makes for a great place to duck inside if the weather turns grey. Also, the park is close to the University College Cork, worth visiting for it’s stunning building and green flower beds.
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Fitzgerald Park
If you’re looking to kick back with the locals on a sunny day in Cork City, you should check out Fitzgerald Park. It’s one of the top things to do in the city centre.
This popular park is home to lakes and manicured lawns, lots of sculptures, and wandering paths, as well as the Cork Public Museum, which makes for a great place to duck inside if the weather turns grey. Also, the park is close to the University College Cork, worth visiting for it’s stunning building and green flower beds.
This is the closest spot to our apartment, a lovely and peaceful lake close to the city centre. Here you can find ducks and swans to be feed (there is a dispenser at the lake, card accepted!)
Lough Park
Lough ParkThis is the closest spot to our apartment, a lovely and peaceful lake close to the city centre. Here you can find ducks and swans to be feed (there is a dispenser at the lake, card accepted!)
If you’re someone who feels inextricably interconnected with the universe, want to learn a little bit more about the cosmos, or are aiming for a date where stars collide, Blackrock Observatory is your spot!
Blackrock Castle Observatory is an interactive museum and exhibition space in a castle fort along the water’s edge in Cork City. It has tonnes of outstanding exhibits and workshops on offer, making it the perfect spot for a fun family day. Location is also perfect for a simply afternoon walk if you don’t fancy the observatory!
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CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory
Castle RoadIf you’re someone who feels inextricably interconnected with the universe, want to learn a little bit more about the cosmos, or are aiming for a date where stars collide, Blackrock Observatory is your spot!
Blackrock Castle Observatory is an interactive museum and exhibition space in a castle fort along the water’s edge in Cork City. It has tonnes of outstanding exhibits and workshops on offer, making it the perfect spot for a fun family day. Location is also perfect for a simply afternoon walk if you don’t fancy the observatory!
This sprawling wildlife and nature reserve is located in Cork on over 100 acres of land.
Carefully created habitats are home to some of the world’s most endangered species, and this not-for-profit charity, independently-funded reserve places conservation at the forefront of its mission.
Fota Island Resort is also worth visiting for those looking for a unique place to stay.
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Fota Wildlife Park
This sprawling wildlife and nature reserve is located in Cork on over 100 acres of land.
Carefully created habitats are home to some of the world’s most endangered species, and this not-for-profit charity, independently-funded reserve places conservation at the forefront of its mission.
Fota Island Resort is also worth visiting for those looking for a unique place to stay.
A must do while in Ireland! The castle is fun to explore and the climb to the top provides beautiful views of the countryside and a chance to be brave and lie on your back to kiss the blarney stone. Thankfully there is a strong Irish lad there to help make sure you stay safe. Beautiful castle and surrounding gardens! www.blarneycastle.ie
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Blarney Castle
A must do while in Ireland! The castle is fun to explore and the climb to the top provides beautiful views of the countryside and a chance to be brave and lie on your back to kiss the blarney stone. Thankfully there is a strong Irish lad there to help make sure you stay safe. Beautiful castle and surrounding gardens! www.blarneycastle.ie
Patrick’s hill it’s a lovely green spot up a very steep climb, but it’s worth it, I swear! You may grab a bottle of your fav drink before start climbing up the hill!
Patrick's Hill
Saint Patrick's HillPatrick’s hill it’s a lovely green spot up a very steep climb, but it’s worth it, I swear! You may grab a bottle of your fav drink before start climbing up the hill!
The Marina is situated on the South side of the River Lee and extends from Shandon Boat Club to Blackrock Village. Perfect spot for a walk in the green! The path will bring you until the Blackrock Observatory Castle. Mid-way there is a lovely lake!
Marina Walk
Marina WalkThe Marina is situated on the South side of the River Lee and extends from Shandon Boat Club to Blackrock Village. Perfect spot for a walk in the green! The path will bring you until the Blackrock Observatory Castle. Mid-way there is a lovely lake!
City/town information
Another key attraction worth checking out in Cork is the Titanic Experience. Learn the rich history of one of Ireland’s most famous ships at this popular spot.
This experience offers visitors a unique experience as they approach the recreated Titanic ticket desk that once stood in its place, receive a ticket, and board the Titanic (which is, of course, a museum experience, not a recreated ship!).
This harrowing and memorable experience is sure to be one of the best on offer in Cork. Cobh is also a lovely town for an afternoon visit (check out the famous colourful houses up the hill!)
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Cobh
Another key attraction worth checking out in Cork is the Titanic Experience. Learn the rich history of one of Ireland’s most famous ships at this popular spot.
This experience offers visitors a unique experience as they approach the recreated Titanic ticket desk that once stood in its place, receive a ticket, and board the Titanic (which is, of course, a museum experience, not a recreated ship!).
This harrowing and memorable experience is sure to be one of the best on offer in Cork. Cobh is also a lovely town for an afternoon visit (check out the famous colourful houses up the hill!)
Kinsale is a lovely port city, paint with bright colours. It’s 30KM far from Cork and can be reached by bus, and it totally worth it!
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Kinsale
Kinsale is a lovely port city, paint with bright colours. It’s 30KM far from Cork and can be reached by bus, and it totally worth it!