Blackrock Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Blackrock
Popular places to visit
Blackrock Castle
Have fun with hands-on science exhibits, visit an interactive theater and learn about Cork’s past while you explore this 400-year-old riverfront castle.
University College Cork
Situated by the banks of the River Lee, University College Cork is a gorgeous, ornate gothic structure with a rich reputation for academic excellence.
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 City Gaol
Experience the harshness of Irish penal life in the 19th century as you wander amid the cells of this architecturally impressive former prison.
Cork Opera House
Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the lively bars 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.
Activities
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork
The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre , Great Stories of Emigration.
Visit 16 Sites Key Historical Sites And Experience Cobh Rebel Tours
Our pick of the best Blackrock Hotel Deals
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Spotless, modern apartment with kitchen and washer/dryer in the city center. Loved it!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Imperial Hotel
Excellence all around as usual
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Moxy Cork
Friendly staff, excellent
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Premier Inn Cork City Centre
Hotel and room were beautiful. Location was perfect because you could walk everywhere. Parking is a few blocks away from the hotel in a structure which would have been good to know before but it wasn’t very expensive.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Staff were great! Room was clean, the sink did have a big crack in it which made me slightly nervous but didn’t appear to leak. Our guest information did mention that there was a safe, though I couldn’t find this. The restaurant didn’t appear to be open in the evenings, but we tried the breakfast ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Dean Cork
Room was nice and clean, would definitely be coming back
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blackrock
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.
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cork Opera House and English Market while you're in town.
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.
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.
