Discover Cork

Founded in 1788, the covered English Market is considered one of Europe's oldest still-active food markets, offering fresh fish, Irish cheese and traditional specialties such as drisheen beneath Victorian iron columns.

In the distinctive, multicolored tower of St Anne's Shandon church, visitors can ring the eight historic bells themselves and then climb a narrow spiral staircase to the observation platform overlooking Cork.

Built in French Gothic style, the Anglican cathedral with its three spires ranks among Ireland's most striking sacred buildings and houses elaborate stained glass windows as well as a gilded angel relief.

The former, castle-like Cork City Gaol houses authentically furnished cells with life-size wax figures that vividly recreate the harsh life of 19th-century prisoners.

Cork Airport is served directly from several European cities and lies only about 15 minutes by car from the center. A train also connects Cork with Dublin in about two and a half hours.

Founded in 1788, the covered English Market is considered one of Europe's oldest still-active food markets, offering fresh fish, Irish cheese and traditional specialties such as drisheen beneath Victorian iron columns.

In the distinctive, multicolored tower of St Anne's Shandon church, visitors can ring the eight historic bells themselves and then climb a narrow spiral staircase to the observation platform overlooking Cork.

Built in French Gothic style, the Anglican cathedral with its three spires ranks among Ireland's most striking sacred buildings and houses elaborate stained glass windows as well as a gilded angel relief.