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University College Cork

University College Cork

Situated by the banks of the River Lee, University College Cork is a gorgeous, ornate gothic structure with a rich reputation for academic excellence.

University College Cork
English Market which includes food, markets and interior views

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.

English Market
Cork Opera House

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.

Cork Opera House
Cork City Gaol featuring a statue or sculpture, interior views and an administrative building

Cork City Gaol

Experience the harshness of Irish penal life in the 19th century as you wander amid the cells of this architecturally impressive former prison.

Cork City Gaol
Blackrock Castle featuring heritage elements, a river or creek and heritage architecture

Blackrock Castle

Have fun with hands-on science exhibits, visit an interactive theater and learn about Cork’s past while you explore this 400-year-old riverfront castle.

Blackrock Castle
St. Patrick\'s Bridge featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and a bridge

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 Bridge

Activities

From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip

From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip

AU$105
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Grand Parade

Hop On/Hop Off Cork City Sightseeing Tour

AU$39
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Hop On/Hop Off Cork City Sightseeing Tour
Cork: Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience

Cork: Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience

AU$55
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cork: Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience
From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula

From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula

AU$105
per adult
From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula
Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour

Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour

AU$40
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour
County Cork: 1-Hour Titanic Centenary Tour

County Cork: 1-Hour Titanic Centenary Tour

AU$80
per adult
County Cork: 1-Hour Titanic Centenary Tour
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Our pick of the best Fairhill Hotel Deals

The Dean Cork

The Dean Cork

4 out of 5
Horgan's Quay, Cork, County Cork
The price is AU$258 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$258
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (586 reviews)
"Great interior"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

The Dean Cork
Isaacs Hotel Cork City

Isaacs Hotel Cork City

3 out of 5
48 MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
The price is AU$284 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$284
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"The property was beyond gorgeous. Great location as the hotel is within walking distance and the train station is about a 7min walk. The girls at the seat were always helpful and sweet. Cork was was a friendly and beautiful town!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City

4 out of 5
Southmall, Cork, Co. Cork
The price is AU$256 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$256
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cork. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"Easy walk to anything, very central. Rooms were a nice size."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
The River Lee Hotel

The River Lee Hotel

4 out of 5
Western Road, Cork, Cork
The price is AU$394 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$394
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was in an amazing location and it had a very nice outlook, especially if you could afford the riverside. The use of the pool and gym next door was nice and we did take advantage of that. The beds were really comfortable and it was quiet. Something that was a little be frustrating was that ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

The River Lee Hotel
Imperial Hotel

Imperial Hotel

4 out of 5
76 South Mall Street, Cork, Cork
The price is AU$306 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$306
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cork. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Lovely"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Imperial Hotel
Rochestown Park Hotel

Rochestown Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Rochestown Road, Douglas, Cork
The price is AU$219 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$219
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Douglas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay Just an observation the shower could be with some attention re appearance"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Rochestown Park Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairhill

St. Anne\'s Shandon Church featuring a city

Shandon

3/5(1 area review)

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 Butter Museum.

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Victorian Quarter

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Victorian Quarter
English Market which includes food, markets and interior views

Cork City Centre

Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Oliver Plunkett Street while you're in town.

Cork City Centre
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Huguenot Quarter

While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.

Huguenot Quarter
Glucksman Gallery showing modern architecture

South Parish

If you're spending some time in South Parish, Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

South Parish
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Wilton

When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Turners Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Wilton

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