Cork, Ireland overview

A town of churches, bridges and pubs, Cork is best known for Blarney Castle where you are invited to kiss the famed stone to acquire the "gift of gab." St. Patrick Street, the town's main thoroughfare, is good for shopping and people watching. See the Shandon bells in St. Anne's church. Those who are willing to climb the 134 winding steps to the top of the steeple will be rewarded with a wondrous view of the city, harbor and hills.

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Scenic Railtour to Cork and Blarney Castle

Scenic Railtour to Cork and Blarney Castle

$125/Adult

Scenic Railtour to Cork and Blarney Castle Check in at the historic Victorian Cóbh Railway S...

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Lismore Gardens with Private Transportation

Lismore Gardens with Private Transportation

$80/Adult

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Cork City and Blarney Castle with Private Transportation

Cork City and Blarney Castle with Private Transportation

$84/Adult

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South of Ireland with Private Transportation

South of Ireland with Private Transportation

$102/Adult

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26 Cork, Ireland Port Reviews

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by ansteiger

The ship actually docks in Cobh, which is about 20-30 minutes from Cork. We did a Princess excursion "The Best of Cork" which included a visit to the Blarney Castle. The grounds of the Blarney are beautiful. On a beautiful day you could spend a couple of hours on the grounds. There is also a nearby place to shop called "Woolen Mills" with great souvenirs, not the cheap ones you find in every corner store. I could have definitely used more time for this excursion.

Visited: Sep 08, 2019

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by adkpride

We visited Blarney Castle with a drive through Cork. The grounds of the castle were beautiful, but the line to kiss the Blaney Stone was 2 hours long. People had advised that it is really over rated. I'm glad we did this once but would not do it again. Frankly we loved Cobb and could have spent our entire time there. Beautiful, lively Irish village and the ship docks right there

Visited: Sep 08, 2019

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by katcha

We docked in Cobh and took the train to Cork... the people were wonderful! Visited the English Market, a little shopping and took in the sights. Upon our return to Cobh, we found it just charming and beautiful!

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