Where to stay in Cork

Guides to Cork

Food and drink in Cork

Wild Atlantic Way

Ireland's Ancient East

Spend a car-free day in Cork and Midleton

Enjoy a car-free trip to Fota Island and Cobh

See Cork car-free

Cobh

Visit the Titanic’s last port of call in Cobh

Clonakilty

Experience the warm atmosphere of Clonakilty on your next trip to Cork

Cork City

Experience the delights of dynamic Cork City

Kinsale

Explore Kinsale, its History, Food and Culture

Bantry

Explore the market town of Bantry

Skibbereen

Stop off at colourful Skibbereen

Youghal

Stop off at wonderful Youghal

Mizen Head 

Family friendly

Dog friendly

Sunny days

Old Head of Kinsale

Free car parking

Dursey Island

Free to visit

Plan your holiday in County Cork

Why you'll want to visit West Cork’s Beara Peninsula  

How to spend a memorable 48 hours in West Cork

Make the most of a short break in Cork City 

Enjoy County Cork

Visit the Rebel County and explore the Beara Peninsula, admire the beautiful animals at Fota Wildlife Park and savour Cork city's incredible food scene. 

Keep discovering Cork

Visit remote islands, walk down stunning beaches in Cork and watch surfers catch waves as whales swim in the distance.

Coastal escapes

History and heritage

Walking and hiking

Family fun

Free things to do

Escape to the rugged Cork coastline and after, enjoy an exciting break in a city packed with culture and craic.

What will you do first?

It is said that the first Potato in Ireland was planted in Cork by Sir Walter Raleigh, near his home in <a href="/youghal">Youghal</a> around 1588.

Did you know?

Cork Harbour is the second largest natural harbour in the world, after Sydney Harbor in Australia. Located in <a href="/cork-city">Cork City</a>, the third largest city behind Dublin and Belfast in the island of Ireland.&nbsp;

Cork is home to the oldest Yacht Club in the world - the <a href="/cork/royal-cork-yacht-club">Royal Cork Yacht Club</a>. &nbsp;Founded in 1720, it is located in the <a href="/cork/the-royal-cork-yacht-club-marina-blue-flag-2019">Royal Cork Yacht Club Marina</a> in <a href="/crosshaven">Crosshaven</a>.

Choose a cottage by the sea, relax in a smart city hotel and spa, or cosy up in a historic home. From self catering apartments to B&Bs and more, discover places to stay on your next trip to Cork.

See the raw beauty of the Irish coastline

The People's Republic

Visit Cork and you’ll find a true blend of old and new. Contemporary art in historic buildings, chic cocktails in the Victorian Quarter and people of all ages revelling in the atmosphere.

Experience the charm of Clonakilty, enjoy the famous hospitality of Skibbereen and admire the golden beaches dotted around this stunning county.

There’s so much to the beautiful People’s Republic of Cork, you’ll find yourself returning time and time again.