The English Market in the heart of Cork City is one of the oldest markets in Cork. It is an impressive enclosed market area where lots of fresh local produce can be purchased, including meat, fish, fruit, vegetables and many locally produced and imported cheeses. Included in the City Centre Island Walk, very near the South Parish Walk and University Walk (see below).
Elizabeth Fort is steeped in history. In the 1690’s, it came under attack during the siege of Cork. It later housed an army barracks, and a convict depot for transportation. It went on to house a Royal Irish Constabulary (Police) station, a food depot during the Great Famine and until recently, a Garda station. The walls of the fort have recently been opened to the public on a permanent basis. Included in the South Parish Walk (see below), and located very near Deans Hall.
Fin Barre’s Cathedral on Bishop Street, almost across the road from Deans Hall, is a Church of Ireland Cathedral. Built in the 1870’s, this Cathedral is named after Cork’s patron saint, St Fin Barre, and the Cathedral is a fine example of Gothic Revival style architecture. Included in the South Parish Walk (see below).
St. Anne’s Church Shandon in Cork City is where the Shandon Bells are found. If you climb the steeple you will have the opportunity to pick a tune and play it on the bells. Taking pride of place in Cork City’s history, at the very top of St Anne’s Church you will see the weather vane which is a golden fish and the steeple also was known as the Four Face Liar due to incorrect times being displayed on all of the four side. The steeple of St. Anne’s Church was built with grey limestone on one side and the others were red limestone, in keeping with the Cork colours of Red and White! Included in the Shandon Walk (see below).
The Crawford Art Gallery is located in a significant heritage building in the heart of Cork city dedicated to the visual arts, both historic and contemporary. The gallery’s collection comprises of over 3,000 works, ranging from eighteenth-century Irish and European painting and sculpture, through to contemporary video installations. The Crawford Art Gallery’s historic building provides an oasis of calm and tranquillity in the heart of Cork city. The gallery boasts an award-winning Café in stunning surroundings, serving fresh local produce for which Cork is famous. Included in the Shandon Walk (see below).
Fitzgerald’s Park, which runs along the River Lee, has attractive landscaped gardens with flowers and colour throughout the year, and a number of outdoor pieces and sculptures. The Cork Public Museum, located in Fitzgerald’s Park, has been displaying exhibits about Cork’s History and more since 1910. It is well laid out in a new purpose built building that also has a cafe. Very near the University Walk (see below).
A two-hour Cork City Harbour Cruise runs from 2.00-4.00pm. The cruise leaves from Customs House Quay, then travels along the Lee River to Cork Harbour, passing Blackrock Castle, Passage West, Monkstown, Ringaskiddy, Fota island and Haulbowline Island. The cost of the cruise is €28 for adults, €23 for students or OAPs and €12.50 for children age 3-13. It is recommended to book online ahead of time to be sure of a place on the boat.
Cork City Walks
Information about four self-guided heritage walks in Cork City is given below, with estimated times indicated.
City Centre Island Walk (just under an hour)
South Parish Walk (just over an hour)
Shandon Walk (just under an hour)You can walk along the Lee Fields pathway for several kilometers before turning back to return along the same route.
University Walk (about an hour and a half)
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