South Parish Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Parish
Popular places to visit
Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
With its richly decorated façade and opulent interior designs, this mid-19th century cathedral is one of Cork’s most instantly recognizable monuments.
Elizabeth Fort
Learn about the local history of Cork when you take a trip to Elizabeth Fort. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Glucksman Gallery
Browse the ever-changing and thematic exhibits by contemporary Irish and international artists displayed in the halls of an award-winning building.
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.
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.
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.
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Cork: Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience
Our pick of the best South Parish Hotel Deals
Hayfield Manor
Everything great as always
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Copley Court
Wonderful accommodations
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Imperial Hotel
The room was neat and clean. But the safe was not working
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Rochestown Park Hotel
Stay here on a regular basis when visiting Cork on business, clean room, tea, coffee, water, room safe, iron and board, hair dryer. Dinner great value.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Great stay from checking in till I left. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Cork City
Good location
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Parish
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cork Opera House and English Market while you're in town.
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.
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.
