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.
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.
Bells of Shandon
Learn about the local history of Cork when you spend time at Bells of Shandon. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Cork Arts Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Cork Arts Theatre, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the lively bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
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 Shandon
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Room noisy, staff helpful especially with parking, Salva in reception very helpful
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Dean Cork
Room fine, Nice touch to use gym and thermal suite facilities. Staff - service was fine although sometimes a bit too casual. Didn’t find train too noisy but grateful of ear plugs.
Reviewed on 22 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
Great location, modern close to cars and restaurants
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Premier Inn Cork City Centre
Very friendly staff, comfy bed, although sheets didnt fit bed. Clean bathroom. Value for money.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
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.
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.
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, 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 Cork County Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
