Victorian Quarter Travel Guide

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University College Cork

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Situated by the banks of the River Lee, University College Cork is a gorgeous, ornate gothic structure with a rich reputation for academic excellence.

University College Cork
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English Market

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Shop for fresh produce from around the world and sample traditional Cork dishes at this historic food market inside a grand Victorian building.

English Market
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Cork Opera House

4/5(1 review)

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.

Cork Opera House
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Cork City Gaol

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Experience the harshness of Irish penal life in the 19th century as you wander amid the cells of this architecturally impressive former prison.

Cork City Gaol
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Blackrock Castle

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

Blackrock Castle
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St. Patrick's Bridge

5/5(1 review)

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 Bridge

Activities

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From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula

NZ$86
Per adult
From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula
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Cork's Flavorful Footsteps: A Walking Food Adventure

NZ$677
Per adult
Cork's Flavorful Footsteps: A Walking Food Adventure
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From Cork: County Cork Highlights Tour with Entrance Tickets

NZ$86
Per adult
From Cork: County Cork Highlights Tour with Entrance Tickets
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Guided Walking Tour in French in Cork French-speaking guide in Cork

NZ$39
Per adult
Guided Walking Tour in French in Cork French-speaking guide in Cork
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Cork City Cycle Tour - Regular Bike

NZ$83
Per adult
Cork City Cycle Tour - Regular Bike
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Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour

NZ$33
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Victorian Quarter Hotel Deals

REZz Cork
REZz Cork
3 out of 5
55 MacCurtain Street, Cork, CO
The price is NZ$172 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$172
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7/10 Good! (617 reviews)
"The room - great for a small room - was well-proportioned. One of the two overhead beside lamps sadly didn't work but weirder - the duvet cover didn't close, like there were no buttons - so it kept getting caught up and I took it off, thinking it was a sheet, only to have to put it back on. Apart ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

REZz Cork
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
3 out of 5
48 MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
The price is NZ$282 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$282
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Great location. Bar and restaurants in hotel were great. A bit noisy and rooms were clean but could use a bit of sprucing up. But all in all, perfectly fine."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Isaacs Hotel Cork City
The Metropole Hotel
The Metropole Hotel
4 out of 5
MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
The price is NZ$313 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$313
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"We chose the Metropole because we found a letter from an ancestor in my husband's family, who were originally from Ireland, touting it's praises. Maybe we stayed in the same room - nice to think about but probably not. Anyway, we had a great time. The location, friendly staff, and comfort all met ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

The Metropole Hotel
Ashley Hotel
Ashley Hotel
2 out of 5
Coburg Street, Cork, Cork
The price is NZ$313 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$313
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and City ...
6.8/10 (270 reviews)
"Better pillows"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Ashley Hotel
Bijou Mews in the Victorian Q
Bijou Mews in the Victorian Q
Cork
Stay at this vacation home in Cork. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and Everyman Palace Theatre are located nearby.
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Bijou Mews in the Victorian Q
The River Lee Hotel
The River Lee Hotel
4 out of 5
Western Road, Cork, Cork
The price is NZ$459 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$459
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cork. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"This hotel was very clean and the room was nice. The breakfast was very good"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

The River Lee Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Victorian Quarter

St. Anne\'s Shandon Church featuring a city

Shandon

3/5(1 area review)

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 St. Anne's Shandon Church.

Shandon
English Market showing markets, food and interior views

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.

Cork City Centre
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Fairhill

When in Fairhill, you can plan a visit to St. Anne's Shandon Church and Bells of Shandon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fairhill
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Wilton

When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Turners Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Wilton

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