Explore Cork
Marina Market Cork
The Marina Market brings a fabulous food and drink experience to one of the city’s oldest industrial sites just a short stroll from the city centre.
ExploreArdu Street Art Project
Bringing burst of colour, vibrancy & life back into the city during the midst of lockdown, follow the Ardu Street Project around Cork and discover the city!
ExploreNano Nagle Place
A tranquil oasis in the heart of Cork City, discover the beauty and history of Nano Nagle Place, and experience a peaceful a heritage museum like no other
ExploreShopping In Cork
If you like to shop til’ you drop, Cork is the place for you and the Metropole Hotel, in the heart of Cork City is the perfect base.
Read MoreWild Atlantic Way
The Metropole Hotel is right on the edge of your Wild Atlantic Way adventure. Begin you adventure on the Wild Atlantic Way with a relaxing stay at the
Read MoreIreland’s Ancient East
Roam through a land of legends along Ireland’s Ancient East. Take an immersive journey of discovery through 5,000 years of Ireland’s ancient history.
Read MoreThe Everyman Theatre
Cork’s original Palace of Varieties, The Everyman, is a beautiful 650 seat theatre. A listed building and steeped in history.
Read MoreJAMESON DISTILLERY MIDLETON
The Jameson Distillery, Midleton, (also known as the Old Midleton Distillery or the Jameson Experience) is a visitor’s centre.
Read MoreCRAWFORD ART GALLERY
Located in the heart of Cork city, The Crawford Art Gallery, a National Cultural Institution, is a must see for locals and tourists alike.
Read MoreBLARNEY CASTLE
Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy.
Read MoreFOTA WILDLIFE PARK
Fota Wildlife Park is set on 70 acres on the scenic Fota Island in the heart of Cork Harbour only 15 minutes from Cork City.
Read MoreCORK CITY GAOL
Cork City Gaol is located 2k n/w from Patrick’s Street and while the magnificent castle-like building is now a major and unique visitor attraction.
Read MoreST FIN BARRE’S CATHEDRAL
Built in 1865, the cathedral remains to be one of Corks most famed landmarks. The cathedral is based on William Burges’s French gothic style design.
Read MoreSHANDON BELLS & ST. ANNE’S
St. Anne’s Church, Shandon can be found on the North side of Cork City, situated on a site where there is believed to have been a church.
Read MoreLewis Glucksman Gallery
The Lewis Glucksman Gallery is a cultural and educational institution that promotes the research, creation and exploration of the visual arts.
Read MoreTHE CORK OPERA HOUSE
The Cork Opera House is less than a 10 minute walk from The Metropole Hotel Cork and is southern Ireland’s premier venue
Read MoreFitzgerald's Park Museum
Cork Public Museum is housed in a two storey Georgian house commanding a central position in Fitzgerald’s Park, Cork.
Read MoreCork City Bus Tours
Franciscan Well Brewery
The Franciscan Well Brewery, located just a 10-15mins walk from the hotel, offers tours exploring its rich history, processes and craft beer tastings.
See Tour InfoOcean Escapes Boat Tours
Explore Cork Harbour with Ocean Escapes Boat Tours in Cork. Perfect for a day out, or why not arrange a tour for a hen or stag party in Cork City?
Read MoreUCC Visitor Centre
The UCC campus is noted for its mature well-wooded grounds containing several Californian Redwood trees.
Read MoreCork Vision Centre
The Cork Vision Centre offers visitors an opportunity to appreciate a fine example of conservation in action
Read MoreCobh Rebel Walking Tours
Enjoy a walking tour of Cobh, discover Cork’s history and explore the cultural, political & historical stories of Cobh with your local guide Kieran.
See ToursBlackrock Castle Observatory
Blackrock Castle, on the banks of the River Lee is now home to an 80 seat licensed restaurant, 40 seat Cinema / Lecture Hall, 12 seat Tower Conference Room
Read MoreKINSALE
The medieval town of Kinsale is not just about food. it’s also about traditional bars, beautiful buildings, narrow streets, shops and galleries
Read MoreKINSALE MEAD CO.
Visit Kinsale and enjoy an entertaining, fun tour learning about Mead, the world’s oldest alcoholic drink, dating back to 6000 BC.
Read MoreCOBH HERITAGE CENTRE
Cobh is situated on the southern shore of the Great Island in one of the world’s finest natural harbours.
Read MoreWEST CORK MODEL VILLAGE
Take a trip to http://www.modelvillage.ie/ for a fun and memorable day out on your visit to Clonakilty and West Cork.
Read MoreCLONAKILTY DISTILLERY
Clonakilty Distillery is located in the heart of West Cork. Opened in 2019, it is less than an hour outside of Cork city
Read MoreSpike Island
Often listed as one of the top 10 things to do in Cork, Spike Island is one of the top things to see in Cork. There is loads to see and do while there.
Read MoreCork City Cycle Tours
Cork boasts over 30 bridges and over 20 church spires. See how many you can count as you explore the city on this cycle tour of Cork with a local guide.
See ToursRebel City Distillery
Immerse yourself in the captivating essence of Rebel City Distillery’s spirits, which pay homage to the rich Leeside heritage.
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