Cork

Cork tourist guide – hotels – car hire

Cork is a charming destination, providing all the conveniences of a city with sights to rival those of Dublin but retaining a small-town, leisurely pace of life. Easily explored on foot, it is soaked in Irish charm and is well placed for exploring the lovely countryside of West Cork. Cork is easily accessible by air, ferry, bus and train.

Attractions in Cork

For the culinary visitors, Patrick Street and its tributary street (Oliver Plunfett Street and Washington Street), is the main restaurant area and feature numerous of eateries, ranging from cheap to posh.

The main pub area in Cork is in Washington Street representing numerous pubs to suit every taste.

The festivals are another great attraction in Cork and throughout the summer there is an event each weekend – most renown is the international jazz festival.

A stroll along the river provides a few quaint spots, notably beside Fitzgerald's Park. St Ann's Church in Shandon has a magnificent bell tower affording good views of the city.

Hotels in Cork

The Irish are hospitable people and in Cork are many lovely hotels to be found. Cork hotels can be found scattered throughout the city. You will notice that hotels in Cork suit every taste. Besides hotels there are plenty of charming Bed & Breakfasts and guesthouses offering a nice alternative to hotel accommodation.

Best is to book a hotel in Cork in advance on-line. Not only will you receive attractive discounted hotel rates but is safe and secure as well. Many of the reputed hotels in Cork operate on-line booking reservation systems.

Airport and car hire in Cork

Cork International Airport is just south of the city and receives direct flights from London serviced by Ryanair, as well as flights throughout the day from Dublin operated by Aer Lingus. Chartered flights serve destinations in the Mediterranean and northern Africa, whilst scheduled transatlantic flights are also available. The airport has only one terminal, with check-ins located on the ground floor. Excellent restaurants and public areas are provided. Café Kylemore located on the first floor caters for all tastes from sandwiches to a full a la carte menu.

Buses run to and from the city centre approximately every half hour from 7am to 12am. Taxis are also available.

National, Budget and several other car hire companies provide car rental services at the Cork airport. Budget car options can be booked on arrival. Many car rental companies serve the city of Cork as well. For best rates it is highly recommended to reserve your car in advance on-line. There are many rewarding places to visit from Cork city, both near and far.

Short-term and long-term parking, providing 2,800 car park spaces, is well catered for at the airport. Special rates are offered to frequent customers of car parking facilities. Though for the most attractive rates it is advisable to reserve your car parking at Cork airport in advance on-line.