Cork in Ireland is well worth a visit, at least once in your life! The city is renowned for its dynamism, effervescence and numerous attractions! Whether you’re into museums, parks or castles, the city is full of exceptional sights!
Blackrock castle observatory – © Patryk Kosmider
If you feel inextricably linked to the universe, if you want to learn a little more about the cosmos, or if you’d like to have a rendezvous with the stars, Blackrock Observatory is the place to be!
The château, now a museum and exhibition space, is a fascinating place to visit. Built on the waterfront in Cork city center, the building is a stargazing center. It offers tons of outstanding exhibitions and workshops, making it the ideal place for a fun-filled family day out.
The Church of St Anne – Jack Zalium – cc
In Cork, don’t miss the bells of St Anne’s Church! Known as the “Shandon Bells”, these bells date back to the 18th century and add a touch of authenticity to the town!
If you too love places steeped in history, as well as remarkable architecture, then don’t hesitate to climb the church’s 132 steps to reach its locher! You’ll have the privilege of admiring the bells, and hearing them ring! The icing on the cake: the panoramic view of the city is incredible.
This is definitely not a classic attraction, and it will be as memorable as it is breathtaking!
The Cork City Gaol – Vincent Moschetti – cc
Cork’s City Gaol is a must-see in the city. This is a historic Cork prison, now converted into a museum. Built in 1824, it is said to have housed countless prisoners, sometimes in extreme conditions, with insalubrious conditions and overcrowded cells.
The fascinating tour takes you through the prison’s history, visiting its various areas and learning more about the incarceration methods used at the time.
The atmosphere on site is chilling, and offers an immersive experience that won’t leave you indifferent!
Fitzgerald Park, Cork – Vincent Moschetti – cc
Fitzgerald Park is one of Cork’s most attractive parks. The calm, relaxing setting offers a bubble of greenery right in the heart of the city.
It’s the perfect place to take a break for a picnic on a sunny day.
This popular park is home to lakes and manicured lawns, numerous sculptures and walking trails, as well as the Cork Public Museum, which is an ideal place to take refuge indoors in case of rain…
Spike Island – © Ire DronePhotography
Spike Island is one of the best things to do in Cork, Ireland.
This island in Cork harbour has an intriguing and diverse history. And with good reason: over the course of 1,300 years, the island was gradually transformed, becoming home to a 6th-century monastery, then a major fortress, and finally a prison.
Nicknamed the Irish Alcatraz, this island was best known for its inviolable prison, surrounded by water. Today, it’s a public museum where you can learn more about Cork’s history, its penitentiary and the chilling conditions of incarceration.
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