Huguenot Quarter Travel Guide
Cork
Visit Huguenot Quarter
Popular places to visit
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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
Things to do
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Visit 16 Sites Key Historical Sites And Experience Cobh Rebel Tours
The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre , Great Stories of Emigration.
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Top hotels in Huguenot Quarter
The Dean Cork
Great
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Imperial Hotel
Room was comfortable and clean. Bar/restaurant at the hotel was great. Staff during was disappointing, not welcoming smile, didn’t explained breakfast or amenities. Comparing with our experience in Dublin and Galway with other hotels was not good. The checkout staff was better, too bad that we were ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
The hotel is very well located, allowing you to walk to all the main sights. Overall, the staff was friendly to us, except for the person at the reception on Saturday morning, who was a bit rude. The room was fine, although there were some cleanliness issues that take away from the overall experience. ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Moxy Cork
The staff were super helpful and friendly. Excellent location and clean room. It’s very modern and think it’s a bit style over substance; for example there’s a kettle in the room but you have to make a hot drink right in front of the tv. Theres no actual wardrobe just a rack with hangers, which is ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Premier Inn Cork City Centre
Standard experience
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Rochestown Park Hotel
Nice hotel, food has a good selection but is just fine, room was big enough for one but quite tight is for two. Plenty of parking easy access to city.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Huguenot Quarter
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.
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.
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.
