Cork City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cork City Centre
Popular places to visit
English Market
Shop for fresh produce from around the world and sample traditional Cork dishes at this historic food market inside a grand Victorian building.
Cork Opera House
Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
St. Patrick's Bridge
Take in views of the River Lee from this 18th-century bridge and wander through Cork’s city center via one of the city’s most historic streets.
St. Patrick's Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at St. Patrick's Street during your trip to Cork. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Crawford Art Gallery
With works by famed painter Jack B. Yeats, this gallery is a superb showcase of Irish and European art from the 16th century to the present day.
Oliver Plunkett Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Oliver Plunkett Street during your visit to Cork. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour
The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre , Great Stories of Emigration.
Cork: Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Our pick of the best Cork City Centre Hotel Deals
Imperial Hotel
The room was neat and clean. But the safe was not working
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Cork City
Good location
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Premier Inn Cork City Centre
The staff was great!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Great location with lots of food choices around. Room was great. Only complaint was the distance to parking about a 5 minute walk and was reduced to 16 Euro for an overnight stay.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Cork
lovely clean room lovely staff breakfast very nice very central
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Destiny Student - Broga House Cork
Very nice stay. It was just as advertised. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cork City Centre
Huguenot Quarter
While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.
Shandon
Shandon is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bells of Shandon or Murphy's Brewery.
Victorian Quarter
Victorian Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex while you're in town.
South Parish
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.
Fairhill
When in Fairhill, you can plan a visit to Bells of Shandon and Murphy's Brewery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wilton
When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Cork County Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
