Day Trips in Cork

Clear Island

Good for hiking and bird watching—the ferry ride alone is worth the trip. Take the ferry either from Schull or Baltimore.

Breathtaking views and one of the few places where you will here Gaelic spoken. Rose Buckley:

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Cork - The rebel Rock - an audioguide by AudioExplore

This audio tour offers a lively fun introduction into what Ireland’s rebel city has to offer. Let your hair down in what must be one of the Europe’s most relaxed intimate cities.

Grand Parade and Patrick Street, smell the pulsating life of Paul Street and the culture of Opera House and Shandon Tower. See why Computer Industry owes everything to "Boolean" University College, and then be amazed by the impressive St Finbarr's Cathedral. Then pass Beamish Brewery in your way to the last stop: the English Market.

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Kissing the Blarney stone

Padraig Mac Searraigh: Probably one of Cork's (and indeed Ireland's) favourite attractions. Reputed to give whoever kisses it's famous stone the gift of eloquence. Personally, I think it's a load of bunk - but being a local it is perhaps a case of familiarity breeding contempt. Go for yourself and enjoy the views. Anyway, if the castle doesn't turn you on the beautiful castle gardens are worth a visit in their own right.

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Youghal

A lovely historic small town east of Cork. It has a great beach and lots of pub and restaurants. Defiantely worth a visit!

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Fota Island

Wildlife park and arboretum at Fota Island only 10 kilometer from Cork.

Great for family days out.

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Clonakilty

The real gateway to West Cork, 30 miles from Cork city.

Wonderful sandy beaches, great pubs and restaurants.

See the birthplace of Michael Collins, the architect of Irish Independence

Go to www.alanlowney.com/page21.html for a brief guide to the pubs and clubs in Clon.