Cork is Irelands third city and has always been an important seaport. It is a city of fascinating history and its citizens are regarded as the most talkative of the Irish, perhaps because of its proximity to Blarney Castle, home of the famous Blarney stone.
Places of interest in Cork
Blarney Castle - Just a few miles from Cork in Blarney Castle, home of the famous Blarney stone. Legend has it if you kiss this stone you are given the gift of eloquence.
Cork City Jail
Cork City Jail (Cork City Gaol) has been fully restored to give visitors an impression of what life was like for prisoners in Cork during 19th century.
Crossing time is 11 hours. For sailing information please click here. Ships operating this route: Pont-Aven - Brittany Ferries' magnificent flagship.
Cork Roscoff, Roscoff Cork Ferry Route
Cork
offering the shortest, fastest route to the continent from Ireland.
Brittany Ferries' weekly service departs on Saturday afternoons, perfect for holiday travel.
Roscoff
A tranquil fishing village in beautiful West Brittany. Good toll-free highways lead to all parts of Brittany, or further south into west France.