Victorian Quarter Travel Guide

Cork

Popular places to visit

University College Cork

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.

University College Cork
English Market which includes food, markets and interior views

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.

English Market
Cork Opera House

Cork Opera House

Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Cork Opera House
Cork City Gaol which includes a statue or sculpture, an administrative building and heritage architecture

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 City Gaol
Blackrock Castle which includes heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture

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.

Blackrock Castle
St. Patrick\'s Bridge which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and a bridge

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.

St. Patrick's Bridge

Things to do

Grand Parade

Hop On/Hop Off Cork City Sightseeing Tour

Rp424.037
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Hop On/Hop Off Cork City Sightseeing Tour
From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula

From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula

Rp1.137.191
per adult
From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide

Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide

Rp250.568
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour

Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour

Rp1.070.550
per adult
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Hysterical Histories 'pick your own path" Walking tour guide posing with historic statuette in a 17th century Fort

Hysterical Histories Cork Pick your own Path Walking tours

Rp481.861
per adult
Hysterical Histories Cork Pick your own Path Walking tours
St Finbarr

Guided tour of Cork city in French

Rp770.977
per adult
Guided tour of Cork city in French
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Top hotels in Victorian Quarter

Isaacs Hotel Cork City

Isaacs Hotel Cork City

3 out of 5
48 MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
The price is Rp2.292.761 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp2.292.761
Rp2.602.321 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"Very clean beautiful apartment. Will stay here again."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Moxy Cork

Moxy Cork

3 out of 5
Camden Place, Camden Quays, Cork
The price is Rp2.429.677 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp2.429.677
Rp2.757.683 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (197 reviews)
New hotel, walkable location
"Newer hotel in a great location, walkable to everything! Hotel offered a welcome drink and breakfast was included."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Moxy Cork
The Metropole Hotel

The Metropole Hotel

4 out of 5
MacCurtain Street, Cork, Cork
The price is Rp2.295.580 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
Rp2.295.580
Rp2.605.484 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Metropole review
"Lovely central hotel, excellent value, friendly and front of house staff from porter to receptionists very good at their job. Only one constructive observation, breakfast room staff appeared to be on a different planet than in the room, slow, at times for the birds, slow to attend tables, replenishing ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

The Metropole Hotel
Residence Inn by Marriott Cork

Residence Inn by Marriott Cork

3.5 out of 5
Camden Place, Camden Quays, Cork
The price is Rp3.218.467 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp3.218.467
Rp3.652.960 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cork. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Blarney Castle and Cork Arts Theatre are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
"Convenient"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Cork
Brú Bar & Hostel

Brú Bar & Hostel

57 MacCurtain Street, Cork
The price is Rp1.711.040 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
Rp1.711.040
Rp1.942.030 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Cork. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Blarney Castle and Everyman Palace Theatre are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"Location excellent, good value. Okay for an overnight trip. Remember, it’s a hostel. Excellent bar with friendly staff"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Brú Bar & Hostel
The Dean Cork

The Dean Cork

4 out of 5
Horgan's Quay, Cork, County Cork
The price is Rp2.463.898 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp2.463.898
Rp2.796.524 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (604 reviews)
"This hotel was amazing, the staff was friendly and professional… And completely helpful. Jesus provided lots of useful information for us so we had a good time at the local places. The hotel is conveniently located, the only bad part is they don’t have parking, but they do have a parking lot next ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

The Dean Cork
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Other neighbourhoods around Victorian Quarter

St. Anne\'s Shandon Church featuring a city

Shandon

4/5(10 area reviews)

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 Butter Museum.

Shandon
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Huguenot Quarter

While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.

Huguenot Quarter
English Market showing markets, food and interior views

Cork City Centre

4/5(22 area reviews)

Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Oliver Plunkett Street while you're in town.

Cork City Centre
Glucksman Gallery which includes modern architecture

South Parish

If you're spending some time in South Parish, Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

South Parish
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Fairhill

When in Fairhill, you can plan a visit to Bells of Shandon and Butter Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fairhill
Blackrock Castle showing heritage elements, château or palace and heritage architecture

Blackrock

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Blackrock. You might want to make time for a stop at Blackrock Castle or Mahon Point Shopping Centre.

Blackrock

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