Explore Cork Beaches and Coastline


Why not check beaches nearby as we have 10 beaches in Cork. You can even take a look at our list of Cork dog friendly beaches or even our Ireland Blue Flag beach list.

Cork City Cork Coast Map

Cork City Cork Coast Search Bar

Where would you like to go? Use our search bar to search across all our local listings, ideal for finding that nearest spot to visit:

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Want some ideas on where to visit?

Every favourite location must be visited for the first time. Want some ideas, why not check out the below small selection of coastal locations, including beaches, activities, things to see and do, and places to stay and eat:

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Cork Custom House

The Custom House in Cork was built in 1818, and designed by the architect Abraham Hargrave. In 1882 it became the headquarters of the Cork Harbour Commissioners, now known as the Port of Cork Company. Read more…
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Cork City Gaol

This 19th century prison is a castle-like building. Visitors will get an insight into the day-to-day prison life. Open 7 days a week with Audio Tour available in English, Spanish, French, Irish, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Japanese. Read more…
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The Crawford

The Crawford is a public art gallery and museum dedicated to the visual arts, both historic and contemporary. The gallery is located in what used to be the Cork Customs House, built in 1724. Read more…
History and heritage

Butter Museum

The Butter Museum describes the important Butter Exchange in nineteenth-century Cork, the traditional craft of home butter making and the modern success of the Kerrygold brand. Read more…
History and heritage

Cork Public Museum

Cork Public Museum is located in a mid-19th century building within Fitzgerald Park in the Mardyke area of the city. The museum’s exhibits focus mainly on the history and archaeology of the Cork area Read more…
History and heritage

Glucksman Gallery

The Glucksman Gallery is an art gallery in University College Cork (UCC) and was named ‘Best Public Building in Ireland’ by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland in June 2005. The gallery has three floors of display spaces and the temporary exhibitions programme focuses on thematic shows. Read more…
History and heritage

Barryscourt Castle

Barryscourt castle is the 16th century seat of the Barry family. Read more…
History and heritage

Cork Vision Centre

The Cork Vision Centre offers visitors an opportunity to appreciate an art gallery but also learn about conservation in art. Read more…
History and heritage

Queenstown Story

The Queenstown Story is a self-guided tour relaying the tales of Emigration to North America, transportation of Convicts to Australia, the story of the Irish slaves in the West Indies and, of course, the Titanic and the Lusitania disasters. The exhibition is full of stories and history and gives visitors the opportunity to explore the rich historic past and engage with Read more…
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Cobh Cathedral

The Cathedral Church of St Colman, usually known as Cobh Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Cobh, Ireland. The Cathedral overlooks Cork harbour, construction began in 1867 but it was not completed until over half a century later due to increases in costs and constant changes to the plans. The tower contains a carillon with 49 bells, making it one Read more…
History and heritage

Bells of Shandon

St. Anne’s Church is one of the oldest churches in the city built in 1722. Enjoy the experience of ringing the world famous Shandon Bells from the first floor. View the internal workings of the clocks, the ‘Four Faced Liar’ and see the 18th Century bells in the Belfry. Climb 132 steps and see spectacular 360 degree views of the city Read more…
History and heritage

Blarney Castle

Blarney Castle is now a partial ruin with some accessible rooms and battlements. At the top of the castle lies the Stone of Eloquence, better known as the Blarney Stone, visitors can be seen hanging upside-down over a sheer drop to kiss the stone, which is said to give the gift of eloquence. Surrounding the castle are extensive gardens. Read more…
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