Kinsale is a kaleidoscope of Irish history. Everyone of note (a bit like the tourists of today) ultimately end up visiting Kinsale. Celts & Vikings, Normans & English, wine merchants & traders, pirates & sailors. All have left an indelible mark on this remarkably pretty town. In fact at one stage Kinsale was a more important port than Cork itself as […]
Cork city & county is a haven for great road races, park & trail runs. If you are planning a visit and fancy getting out to test yourself against the locals then check out http://corkrunning.blogspot.com/ for local races in the region. We will also be posting details of major events in our events section during the course of the year. . Happy […]
Sherkin Island lies southwest of County Cork, just a short ferry ride from the pretty village of Baltimore alongside the other islands of Roaringwater Bay. The island measures just 5 km by 3 km and is blessed with stunning scenery and magnificent unspoiled beaches. The island with an average population of just 100 people, has a primary school, two pubs […]
Cork county is spoiled with some of the best walking routes in the country allowing for some of the best walking holidays in Ireland. There are 40 designated waymark trails alone, not to mention countless unofficial walks dotted amongst the mountains and along the Wild Atlantic Way. In fact there are more than 1,200 KM’s of coastline much of which can be […]
City Jogging Irish Tours offers guided fun Jogging tours and Walking tours of Cork. These sightseeing tours with a difference cater for Individuals, Families, Children’s Party’s, Stags, Hens, Birthday Partys, Groups and Corporate events through the streets and parks of Cork City. Come join us on an amazing fun filled tour of the city. Discover the famous St Fin Barre’s […]
Go to the Beach; Being a coastal region, Cork offers many water based activities. On a sunny day, there is nothing better than just hitting the beach. Listed below are some of our favourite ‘Blue Flag’ alterntives and of course to help you we have given you details of the nearest town aswell. Beach Nearest Main Town/Village Claycastle Youghal, […]
Welcome to Discovering Cork and thanks for considering Cork for your next short break or holiday. Whatever your reason for visiting we know you will not be disappointed and with Discovering Cork looking after everything, you can concentrate on enjoying your time here.
Discovering Cork is the Number 1 site for planning and booking holidays in Cork City & County. However, we can also assist with advice, planning and booking your holiday in many other parts of the country with a particularly strong focus on the entire South West.
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