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Visiting Cork, Ireland


You can expect to cross many bridges when in Cork. Ireland's third- largest city began life as an island and now spans both banks of the River Lee, with watery channels running beneath some of its main thoroughfares. The best way to experience this hilly southern seaport is on foot, following the signposted walking tour past St Finn Barre's Cathedral and the riverside quadrangle of University College up the hill to red and white Shandon Church. Along the way, you'll meet plenty of the city's... more » You can expect to cross many bridges when in Cork. Ireland's third- largest city began life as an island and now spans both banks of the River Lee, with watery channels running beneath some of its main thoroughfares. The best way to experience this hilly southern seaport is on foot, following the signposted walking tour past St Finn Barre's Cathedral and the riverside quadrangle of University College up the hill to red and white Shandon Church. Along the way, you'll meet plenty of the city's talkative residents. « less

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Dec
45°F 7°C
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Jan
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Rochestown Park Hotel

8 Nov 2009

This hotel is advertised as being in nine acres of gardens, no mention of it being next to a major motorway. Would not have picked it if had known this.We were above banquet and conference entrance...more

Cork International Airport Hotel

7 Nov 2009

This was a great Hotel and right next to the business park. The decor was really nice, and the room was very comfortable. You are also given a full English breakfast too, and of a high standard. ...more

The Gresham Metropole Cork

7 Nov 2009

My husband and I enjoy the city of Cork and hey, it's number 4 in the Lonely Planet's top 10 cities in the WORLD to visit in 2010! I'm not surprised, we always have great craic here when we visit,...more

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