Cork walking tour & city guide
Ireland's food capital on an island in the river.
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Cork, Ireland's second city, is built on an island in the River Lee. Proud and lively, it is known as the country's food capital, and is close to Blarney Castle and the harbor town of Cobh.
The city
The English Market, a covered market since 1788, is the heart of Cork's food scene. St Patrick's Street is the main shopping street, and you can ring the Shandon Bells in St Anne's Church. St Fin Barre's Cathedral is a gothic revival masterpiece.
Around Cork
Blarney Castle is home to the Blarney Stone, said to give the gift of eloquence. Cobh, the last port of call of the Titanic, has colorful houses and a cathedral above the harbor.
Top sights in Cork
- 1
English Market
A historic covered food market.
- 2
St Fin Barre's Cathedral
A gothic revival cathedral.
- 3
Shandon Bells
Ring the bells of St Anne's.
- 4
Blarney Castle
Kiss the Blarney Stone.
- 5
Cobh
A colorful harbor town.
Food markets & where to eat in Cork
English Market
Local produce and food stalls.
Princes Street
Restaurants near the market.
Traditional pubs
Music and local stout.
Food to try in Cork
Drisheen
A traditional Cork blood pudding.
Murphy's stout
Cork's own stout.
Irish farmhouse cheese
From the market.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
Plan your trip to Cork
Enjoyed the walk? Here is everything you need to see it for real.
- Hotels in CorkCompare places to stay and prices.
- Tours & ticketsWalking tours, museums and day trips in Cork.
- eSIM for IrelandStay online from the moment you land.
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