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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Cork City Gaol ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Cork Opera House ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Red Abbey Tower

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4. The Crawford Art Gallery

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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5. The Everyman Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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6. The Father Mathew Statue

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7. The Honan Chapel

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8. The Shandon Bells at St Anne’s Church

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9. Shandon Sweets

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10. Fitzgerald Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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11. Blarney Castle

Romantic Castles
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12. Rory Gallagher Monument

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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13. The National Monument

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. St Fin Barre’s Cathedral

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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15. The English Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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16. Huguenot Cemetery

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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17. Cork Arts Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
© Cork Arts Theatre

18. St Peter and Paul’s Church

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19. Blackrock Castle Observatory

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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20. Camden Fort Meagher

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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21. Liberty Grill

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Liberty Grill

22. Brick Lane

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23. Orso Kitchen & Bar

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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24. The Castle Cafe

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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25. The Bodega

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Cork is the second largest city in Ireland and has so much for tourists to see and do.
  • The island city has such a rich history, which is still evident in many aspects today.
  • It started out as a monastic settlement, which was then taken over by Viking invaders before it was granted a charter in 1185.
  • You will experience so much insight and charm in Cork with its medieval architecture, unique attractions, and friendly residents.

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