Shandon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
St. Anne's Shandon Church
Ring a set of famous bells, admire beautiful stained-glass windows and enjoy panoramic views of Cork at this striking 18th-century church.
Bells of Shandon
Learn about the local history of Cork when you spend time at Bells of Shandon. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Murphy's Brewery
You can browse the exhibits at Murphy's Brewery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Firkin Crane
Enjoy a performance at Firkin Crane, a popular theatre in Cork. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Cork Arts Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Cork Arts Theatre, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the lively bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Butter Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Butter Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cork. Discover the lively bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Visit 16 Sites Key Historical Sites And Experience Cobh Rebel Tours
The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre , Great Stories of Emigration.
Our pick of the best Shandon Hotel Deals
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Lovely staff and very clean roomd. Also great location
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Imperial Hotel
We didn’t opt for breakfast.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Spotless, modern apartment with kitchen and washer/dryer in the city center. Loved it!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Moxy Cork
Staff were very friendly. Room was comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Rochestown Park Hotel
Helpful staff, room was perfect for 2 adults and 2 kids. Swimming pool is lovely.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Cork City
This is the best Clayton Hotel we have stayed in and we have stayed in a few now. Breakfast 5/5 Room spaciousness 5/5 Staff friendliness 5/5, Emma on reception is outstanding Cleanliness and room cleaning 1/5. This is the only issue with this hotel. Housekeeping is abysmal. Will stay here again though ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shandon
Huguenot Quarter
While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Cork Opera House while you're in town.
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.
