Cobh (pronounced cove) is a small port town on the south coast of Ireland located near Cork and Blarney Castle. Cobh was the last port visited by the Titanic.
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Where is locate the Port of Cork
The Ports of Cobh and Cork are managed by the port of Cork autorities. You will dock at Cobh which is located 23 km from Cork. In Cobh, you will be at the foot of the city and just in front of the train station. On the other hand, if there are several ships at the port, you may be docked at Ringaskiddy (or even anchored). Smaller boats can make it to Cork.Travelling around the port of Cork
directions_subwayTo get to Cork, trains run regularly from the station next to the pier. Trains run every half hour and the journey takes 25 minutes. When cruise ships are in port of call, additional trains are usually provided. Kent Station is located northeast of Cork city centre and you will have to cross the Lee River to get into town. The train ticket entitles you to a discount for the Hop-on Hop-off tourist bus
from Cork.
Activities in Cork
Landmarks
Titanic & Lusitania Memorials
This monument is located in the square in Cobh
Cobh Cathedral
Built in 1868 and completed in 1915, this granite and limestone cathedral has 42 bells.
St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral
This gothic-inspired cathedral features medieval mosaics, sculpture and gargoyles.
Shandon Church
The bell tower of this church is the symbol of the city.
Cork Prison
Cork Gaol is a former prison that can be visited and is located on the outskirts of Cork.
Blarney Castle
McCarthy clan castle that contains the Blarney Stone, a stone that gives the power of eloquence if kissed. A long line forms to climb into the tower and kiss the stone.
Historical sites
Fort Elisabeth
An interesting view of the city.
Youghal
Among the last medieval fortified town in Ireland.
Museums
The Queenstown Story
A museum that present the history of the region. Located near the train station.
Cobh Museum
Museum on the city of Cobh and its history.
Lewis Gluckman Gallery
Museum of International Art located in a modern building on the grounds of the University of Cork.
Muckross House
This 19th century manor house has beautiful gardens, an ethnological museum and a craft workshop. Its interior is furnished in the style of the Victorian era. (3 hours from Cobh)
Nature
Killarney National Park
This national park covers more than 100 square km and offers spectacular scenery (3 hours from Cobh)
Activities
Titanic Experience
A very interesting exhibition about the Titanic, located in the former offices of the White Star Line.
Jameson Distillery
Discover the history of this distillery and taste their products.
Family activities
Titanic Trail
A walking tour about the Titanic and the history of Cork Harbour (book online in advance)
Nearby
Kinsale
Fisherman’s harbour where you can find 18th century houses. This is where the Lusitania was torpedoed by a Uboat during World War II.
Useful References
- Tourism Board - Cork
- Tourism Board - Ireland
- [Visit Cobh]http://www.visitcobh.com/)
- Cork on Wikipedia
- Ireland on Wikipedia
- Travel Advice and Advisories (Government of Canada)
- List of ports in country: Ireland
- Port Website
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