Cork City Breaks

Cork City Breaks - A magical city full of history
Visitors to Cork will enjoy a magical city full of traditional Irish charm, historic churches and buildings and a plethora of entertainment options to suit all tastes. Compact and easily accessible on foot, a city break in Cork will reveal its heritage as an important trading port, in its attractive old merchant houses and workshops along the banks of the River Lee. Cork has a number of intriguing city centre sights that will amaze such as an imposing gothic style cathedral, an educational and fascinating day out at Cork Gaol and several renowned museums and galleries housing important Irish works of art in handcrafted silver, glass, painting and sculpture.

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Cork City Breaks - A vibrant party culture
For all its history, Cork also possesses a modern, contemporary feel which can be seen in its pedestrianised shopping streets full of designer boutiques, chain stores and delicatessens. Enjoy a day browsing quirky second hand stores and antique shops or visit the Old English Market for a lively atmosphere where fresh fish, meat, vegetables and fruit can be bought. Nights out on a Cork city break are action packed, fun and incredibly lively with innumerable pubs, bars and clubs offering live music and late night dancing.

Cork City Breaks - Ancient and mysterious sights in stunning scenery
Cork city breaks should venture out into the countryside of County Cork to explore a land of legend, history and stunning beauty. A rewarding day is guaranteed discovering old castle ruins, stepping back in time wandering through sleepy coastal fishing villages, admiring Georgian stately homes or walking through marshland and forests full of rare flora and birdlife. The area is also home to mysterious dolmens and standing stones dating back thousands of years and a dream day out for amateur archaeologists. A city break to Cork really does have something for everyone and visitors will encounter unrivalled hospitality and friendliness.