freebies include an airport shuttle and parking. across the street from cork airport, this casual hotel with a modern vibe is 20 km from guided tours at the titanic experience cobh and 23 km from fota wildlife park. room service is available 24 hours. there's also an italian restaurant with outdoor seating and a bar, plus a fitness centre. straightforward rooms with casual decor offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, seating areas, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm Cork Airport 7 min
Blarney Castle & Gardens (25 min) Ruined castle housing the famed Blarney Stone, a kiss of which is said to grant the gift of the gab. Blarney Stone (26 min) Ancient stone in a medieval castle keep said to give those who kiss it a mystical eloquence. Shandon Bells & Tower St Anne's Church (15 min) 18th-century working church with a landmark tower, open for city views and chance to ring the bells. Fota Wildlife Park (23 min) Verdant, 70-acre zoo area for endangered animals, plus a large garden with numerous plant species. The English Market (13 min) Traders selling organic and locally produced food in an 18th-century covered market. Blackrock Castle Observatory (16 min) Late 16th-century castle trading as an educational centre for science, engineering and technology. Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral (11 min) Spired, Gothic Revival building, designed by William Burges, hosting Church of Ireland services. Fitzgerald Park (16 min) Popular green space with a museum, fountain, sculptures, walking paths & manicured landscaping. Cobh Heritage Centre- The Queenstown Story (29 min) Heritage museum and historic naval, emigration and shipping harbour, from where Titanic set sail. Fota Island (21 min) The nation's only wildlife park is housed on this island also known for a famed home & gardens. Crawford Art Gallery (14 min) Domestic arts centre showcasing a collection of 2000 paintings, sculpture, glass and video works. Cork City Gaol (Museum) (16 min) Castle-like, restored 19th-century prison with exhibitions, night tours and a souvenir shop. Charles Fort (23 min) Imposing remains of a late 1600s fortification featuring a star-shaped design & views over the sea. Spike Island (1 hr 16) Island with origins as a monastic settlement featuring a 19th-century, star-shaped fort with tours. Elizabeth Fort (12 min) This star-shaped 17th-century fort offers views of the city views & guided tours. |