Shandon Travel Guide
Cork
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.
Cork Arts Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Cork Arts Theatre, a popular theatre in 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.
Things to do
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Easy Access Blarney Stone and Castle Gardens Tour
Visit 16 Sites Key Historical Sites And Experience Cobh Rebel Tours
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Top hotels in Shandon
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Beds are the best
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Dean Cork
Good room, converted to twin on request
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Imperial Hotel
Helpful Staff and great location
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Rooms were nice. The shower was great. Very warm water, great water pressure. Better than our new home! The morning breakfast was also very good. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Large spacey room with all facilities. Small public area. Nice cosy restaurant with great breakfast.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The River Lee Hotel
Great hotel in a great location with helpful friendly staff.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shandon
Huguenot Quarter
While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.
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.
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Oliver Plunkett Street and Cork Opera House while you're in town.
South Parish
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Elizabeth Fort and Cork City Hall 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 Turners Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
