Local Attractions

Muskerry Rugby Club
Muskerry Rugby Club was formed on 30th of March 1978, following a meeting held at Healy’s Bar, Cloghroe.

Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle is one of Ireland's oldest and most historic castles, an ancient stronghold of the McCarthy's, Lords of Muskerry, and one of the strongest fortresses in Munster.

Blarney Woollen Mills
The flagship store is located in the village of Blarney, . This 30,000 square foot retail store is housed in one of Ireland's oldest and most authentic Irish woollen mills.

Barryscourt Castle
Barryscourt Castle was the seat of the Barry family from the 12th to the 17th centuries. The present castle is a fine example of a 15th century tower house with 16th century additions and alterations.

A Sense Of Cork Arts Festival

Fota House
Welcome to Fota House. This fine Regency-style building in a pleasant landscape setting on Fota Island, is complemented by the internationally renowned gardens and arboretum.

Fota Wildlife Park
Fota Wildlife Park is not like an ordinary zoo. Wherever possible we have chosen animals that thrive in a free-range environment, which allows them to roam free, while mixed with other species and with us human visitors!

Cork City of Culture
The European Capital of Culture programme is required to promote cultural co-operation and understanding across all of Europe. It is a celebration of our European commitment, which requires the chosen city to deliver events and activities that match Europe’s scale and significance.

Mitchelstown Caves
Mitchelstown Caves are located in county Tipperary 12 kilometres east of Mitchelstown. Mitchelstown Caves are open year-round for guided tours. The tours are approximately 3 kilometres in length going through several caverns with examples of different types of formations many of which are given colourful names.

Mizen Head Visitors Centre
An award winning Maritime Museum and Heritage Attraction, this authentic all-weather experience is a must-see with its spectacular location on high cliffs with swirling Atlantic Ocean tides.

Cobh Heritage Centre
From 1848 - 1950 over 6 million adults and children emigrated from Ireland - over 2.5 million departed from Cobh. Our genealogical record finder has been designed for people interested in tracing their ancestors but have no knowledge of genealogical records.

Cork City Gaol
See Cork's renowned wax figures at the Cork City Gaol as you step back in time to see what 19th/early 20th Century life was like in Cork - inside and outside prison walls. Amazingly lifelike figures, furnished cells, sound effects and fascinating exhibitions.

Cork Butter Museum
The Cork Butter Museum is a unique institution, celebrating one of the great success stories of Ireland, the butter trade.

St. Finbarre's Cathedral
St. Fin Barre's Cathedral is the premier public building in Cork, designed by the Victorian genius William Burges.

Old Midleton Distillery
Visitors can see the largest Pot Still in the work with a capacity of 32,000 gallons and the Old Waterwheel manufactured in 1825 to provide motive power prior to the days of electricity, and still turning today.

Millstreet Country Park
Millstreet Country Park which extends to 500 acres (located approx 6 kilometres from Millstreet Town) is a major tourist attraction.

Crawford Art Gallery
Crawford Municipal Art Gallery, the city art museum for Cork, is dedicated to informing a wide audience about the significant role that the visual arts play in contemporary life and culture.

Lewis Glucksman Gallery
The Lewis Glucksman Gallery is a cultural and educational institution that promotes the research, creation and exploration of the visual arts.

Trabolgan Holiday Centre
Trabolgan has 172 Self Catering houses and Apartments, A Touring Caravan Park with 35 sites, and when you book with us, the price you pay includes the use of the Sub Tropical Wave Pool, Live Entertainment Venues, Kids Clubs, 18 hole pitch & putt, Crazy golf, 3 kids play areas, Badminton and Tennis Courts, Astroturf Soccer Pitch and Sports Hall.