Cork has attractions and sights to suit every taste and interest – and most of them are within walking distance.
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 […]
Our adventure centres are amongst the best in the country. See if there is something to suit you. Kinsale Outdoor Education Centre Sailing, rock climbing, abseiling, canoeing from beginners to instructors everyone is catered for here. So while the family are out having fun parents (if they dont want to get wet) can go for a pleasnt lunch instead nearby. www.kinsaleoutdoors.com […]
The Cork City – Gougane Barra – Beara Cycle Route starts off in the Mardyke, off the Western Road in Cork City, and the route is sign-posted with two logos and a bicycle symbol. The route heads west from the city towards the town of Macroom. A short distance before the town the road veers left towards the village of […]
Mahon Point Shopping Centre is a fantastic shopping outlet, just a short drive away from Cork’s city centre. Mahon Point is an expansive location that is simply full to the brim of first rate retail stores, fine dining options and enticing entertainment seven nights a week, so you can be sure that Mahon Point is the best place to be, whether […]
The course is set in a scenic area with splendid views of Mount Hilary and the surrounding countryside, and is a challenging 5721 metre Par 72 layout which demands accuracy from the tee and good iron play as the greens are small and not easy to hit in regulation. It provides a good test for all levels of golfing ability. […]
Weekend for two in The Maritime Hotel in Bantry in West Cork. Want to truly get away from the hustle & bustle of daily life? Here’s a suggestion. If you weren’t already aware, there are many reasons to visit West Cork. We would suggest splendid scenery, ancient history, world-class golf, and fantastic food as just a few. Overlooking Bantry Bay, […]
Prince August Toy Soldier Factory: Welcome to Europe’s only toy soldier factory which is in fact one of the world’s largest manufacturer’s of toy soldier rubber moulds, and after 50 years has built up quite a collection, all of which are available. This is one of those fabulously fun and unique things to do in West Cork for families. Secret: While […]
Cahir Castle is one of the best restored castles of its type throughout the country and was built originally in the 13th century on a site of an earlier native fortification called a cathair (stone fort), which gave its name to the place. The O’Briens of Thomond fortified the site, in the century prior to the Norman invasion of 1169. […]
Ireland’s most south westerly point is a fascinating place to spend a few hours and has proved a great hit with tourists visiting this part of Ireland. An award winning Maritime Museum and Heritage Attraction, this authentic all-weather experience is a must-see with its spectacular location on high cliffs and swirling Atlantic Ocean tides. From the Car park and Visitor […]
Opened for full play in June 2009, the course is set in 116 acres of elevated Link’s type course with panoramic views over the inner Cork harbour. Water also features on the course with two stunning lakes, including the magnificent Par 3 10th hole, a 170 metre shot to an island green with the River Lee forming a backdrop. Cobh […]
Ballymaloe Cookery School & Gardens is one of the famous cookery schools in Ireland and is well worth stopping here for a night or two for a romantic break. There is a lot more here than the cookery school. Ballymaloe House and Gardens are situated in rolling countryside in East Cork near the small village of Shanagarry. The gardens which date […]
Lee Valley Golf & Country Club is situated just 15 minutes outside Cork City Centre but yet in the heart of paradise. This Cork Golf Club, designed by world famous Ryder Cup Star Christy O’Connor Jnr, is one of the top Cork Golf Courses and arguably one of the finest in Ireland. Renowned for its breathtaking scenery and overwhelming hospitality […]
As Cork’s main Arts Centre, Triskel’s mission is to promote and present professional, multi-disciplinary arts of the highest possible standard for Cork. Our mission has always been to commission, present, and promote the contemporary arts in Cork, and to ensure the arts are made available to as wide a public as possible. Triskel continually strives to offer audiences access to […]
Macroom Buffalo has Ireland’s first and only milking herd of Water Buffalo. In October 2010, Farmer Johnny purchased 31 Buffaloes from Italy. He now has a herd of over 150 animals on his 150 acre farm based in Cill na Martra near Macroom in County Cork and the animals are thriving in the Irish environment. They milk over 60 Buffalo, […]
Fota Island Golf Club, listed amongst Ireland’s Top 100 golf courses, is Ireland’s Premier Championship Golf Course and is located just a few minutes drive from Cork City’s international airport and passenger ferry terminal. Located in the heart of a 780 acre estate which is included in “The Inventory of Outstanding Landscapes in Ireland”, the splendid woodlands are woven into […]
Doneraile Golf Club is an attractive mature 9 hole parkland course located in Doneraile in north County Cork. Green fees are inexpensive and offer the experienced or novice golfer an enjoyable day out.
Located next door to Shandon Bells, we recommend you pop next door and discover why Cork was the biggest butter market in the world in the 18th century. Described in the Financial Times as a ‘Do not miss’, the museum has various exhibits detailing the history of butter in the region and its importance to Cork over the centuries. There is also […]
National Kart Centre Cork is the new centre from National Kart Centre adding to its already successful centre in Limerick. The new centre is based in the spiritual home of motoring in Ireland, the old Ford engine factory in the Marine Business Park in the heart of Cork City. The track boasts some incredible features such as suspended sections, giving […]
Welcome to Super Nova, Cork’s premier family entertainment centre. Located in Ballincollig, just 10 minutes drive from Cork City Centre, Super Nova offers a wealth and fun for children of all ages with indoor and outdoor options so you are never dependent on the weather. So whether you are celebrating a birthday or just trying to keep the children entertained […]
Gougane Barra was Ireland’s first National Park when it opened to the public in 1966. This contributes greatly to the reputation which Gougane Barra has as an area of wild and beautiful scenery. The magnificent Forest Park covers an area of over 400 hectares (1,000 acres). The River Lee rises here in Gougane Barra and flows through beautiful scenery to […]
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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