Shandon Travel Guide
Cork
Visit Shandon
Popular places to visit
St. Anne's Shandon Church
Ring a set of famous bells, admire beautiful stained-glass windows and enjoy panoramic views of Cork at this striking 18th-century church.
Bells of Shandon
Learn about the local history of Cork when you spend time at Bells of Shandon. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Murphy's Brewery
You can browse the exhibits at Murphy's Brewery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cork. Discover the lively bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Butter Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Butter Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Firkin Crane
Enjoy a performance at Firkin Crane, a popular theatre in Cork. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Tigh Fili Cultural Centre
Enjoy an outing to Tigh Fili Cultural Centre during your stay in Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula
Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Kinsale: Blarney Castle & Cobh Half Day Tour in Cork
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Morning Blarney Castle & Kinsale Half Day Tour from Cork
Top hotels in Shandon
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
"This was probably my favorite hotel of all the ones we stayed during our tour of Ireland. It was once a hospital and has a lot of neat history. It is located in the Shandon area, very near some beautiful Cathedrals. It is a bit of walk to the actual shopping, but would definitely stay here again. ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Dean Cork
"Super clean and aesthetically pleasing hotel! Everything is beautiful and carefully thought out. The room itself is a tad bit small but still works! The AC didn’t go below 18c and barely would blow during the heatwave Ireland was having and the drain in the shower wouldn’t drain so you stood in water. ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Rochestown Park Hotel
"The hotel is quite old, but it was clean overall. However, the carpets in the room showed their age, and the bed sheets had stains from excessive wear. Unfortunately, they only provided a thick comforter as a bed cover, which might be great for winter, but it's really uncomfortable during the summer ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Cork International Hotel
"It was the best stay during my trip."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Imperial Hotel
"Breakfast was good excellent and the serving staff very efficient"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The River Lee Hotel
"Just a great hotel!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Shandon
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Cork Opera House 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.
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.
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.
Huguenot Quarter
While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.
