Cork City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cork City Centre
Popular places to visit
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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
St. Patrick's Bridge
Take in views of the River Lee from this 18th-century bridge and wander through Cork’s city center via one of the city’s most historic streets.
St. Patrick's Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at St. Patrick's Street during your trip to Cork. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Crawford Art Gallery
With works by famed painter Jack B. Yeats, this gallery is a superb showcase of Irish and European art from the 16th century to the present day.
Oliver Plunkett Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Oliver Plunkett Street during your visit to Cork. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 Cork City Centre Hotel Deals
Imperial Hotel
Room was comfortable and clean. Bar/restaurant at the hotel was great. Staff during was disappointing, not welcoming smile, didn’t explained breakfast or amenities. Comparing with our experience in Dublin and Galway with other hotels was not good. The checkout staff was better, too bad that we were ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Premier Inn Cork City Centre
Very friendly staff, comfy bed, although sheets didnt fit bed. Clean bathroom. Value for money.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Cork City
Large clean room with balcony overlooking river
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Cork
One of the best hotels I have stayed at. Everything was of good quality and comfortable. Good breakfast and a friendly bar. Great location and great view. Very clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Great gluten free breakfast choices nice rooms
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Destiny Student - Broga House Cork
Other neighbourhoods around Cork City Centre
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.
South Parish
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.
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.
