I expected this to be a kind of silly spot just for kids but it had an incredible array of animals. There also seemed to be lots of fun activities for little ones. Both animal and non animal.

Self guided audio tour. Highly recommend this tour it was beautifully done and very interesting. The park and town walls beside the church are lovely for a walk.

Youghal beach, whar can i say 2 bordwalks, a prominade, fantastic cafe, beach is kept so clean, there is also a fantastic bog ajacent to boardwalk where you can bird spot or if into photography perfect spot. and now there is a greenway open as well. Fantastic place sumner or winter.

Very nice indoor fun fair. Games are 1eur, trampoline 3,50, carousel 2,50. The indoor maze is 4,50 for one hour. It’s really big. Daughter happy. Mission accomplished.

This building had a special vibe to the place and you could see that is was a house of God. Lots of history in every cranny of the cathedral. No admission to the cathedral but there is a donation box. Everything has an explanation around the building. There are lovely stone carving dated from the 11th century and Columba Chapel and Mcgrath Tomb. A place not to be missed.

A great visit to the gardens, with plenty to see for all. It was Mid spring, so the tulips were looking stunning, and some of the camelias and marigolds were beginning to bloom. We visited with 2 girls (8 & 10) who found plenty to explore. There's a lovely rope swing in the lower garden, and staff really friendly and helpful.

I had an incredible time at the Midleton Distillery Experience! The history of the place is absolutely fascinating – it’s amazing to see how whiskey has been made over the years and to walk through the heritage of such an iconic Irish brand. The staff and tour guides are excellent: really well trained, knowledgeable, and so helpful, which makes the whole experience even better. The main building and bar area have a very modern and cool vibe, which contrasts beautifully with the historic parts of the distillery. And of course, the whiskey tasting at the end is great fun – a real highlight of the visit. I’d honestly recommend it to everyone, even if you don’t like whiskey or have never tried it before. It’s a brilliant experience, full of history, culture, and a touch of fun at the end

Visiting Mitchelstown Cave was an unforgettable experience. The moment you step inside, the outside world disappears – the cool air, the echo of footsteps, and the dramatic rock formations make you feel as though you’ve entered another realm. The Cathedral chamber is especially breathtaking, with its soaring ceiling and incredible natural acoustics. 🔦 Tour & Guides The guided tour lasted about 45 minutes and was well-paced, full of fascinating history and geology explained in a clear, engaging way. The guide made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable while moving through the chambers. 🧥 Facilities & Comfort • The cave keeps a steady 12°C all year round – so bring a jumper, even in summer. • The paths are well-maintained with safe steps and lighting, though sturdy shoes are recommended. • Parking is available on site, and the entrance area has a small reception where you can buy tickets. 👨‍👩‍👧 For Visitors • Perfect for families, groups, or solo explorers. • Not suitable for very young children in prams or for visitors with severe mobility issues due to steps. • Photography is allowed in certain areas, but flash can disturb the atmosphere. 🎶 Special Note Knowing that concerts are sometimes held inside the Cathedral chamber, I left with a strong wish to come back one day to hear music performed in such a magical space. The acoustics alone would make it unforgettable. Overall, Mitchelstown Cave is more than just a sightseeing stop – it’s a journey into Ireland’s hidden underworld, perfectly managed for visitors while still preserving its mystery. Highly recommended.

Truly stunning views.

Visiting Spike Island is a highly recommended activity. The narrative will captivate your attention. Lorraine, our tour guide, provides an excellent explanation of the island's rich history.

St. Colman’s Cathedral in Cobh is truly a masterpiece — both a house of worship and a work of art. Perched high above the town, it offers panoramic views of the harbor that are as inspiring as the cathedral itself. The moment you step inside, you’re struck by the soaring arches, intricate stonework, and the incredible stained-glass windows that fill the space with light. On a religious level, the cathedral radiates a profound sense of peace and devotion. Whether you come to attend Mass, pray quietly, or simply reflect, the atmosphere invites stillness and spiritual connection. On an architectural level, it’s one of the finest examples of neo-Gothic design in Ireland. The craftsmanship is extraordinary — from the marble details to the magnificent pipe organ, everything feels carefully designed to lift your eyes and spirit upward. A must-visit in Cobh, whether for faith, history, or pure admiration of beauty.

We enjoyed this experience. Just big enough to be enough! A well done walking tour with a very good lady guide giving great information in a manner befitting of the occasion. We bought timed tickets in advance and the venue was an easy walk from the cruise ship. Cobh (pronounced Cove) was very nice, very pretty clean and friendly. Lots of inviting pubs and restaurants all a short walk from the cruise ship. Lovely

Must visit if in Cobh. Well presented information on the history of the port and the opportunity to learn more about one's Irish Heritage. The cafe was great for a quick snack and a few epic games of Connect 4. Very fun atmosphere for a date or with the family. Definitely try the scones and the Tomato soup was excellent!

My son loves the club, great coaches, reasonable prices

Absolutely brilliant range. Huge shout out to Roy who is an absolute gentleman, couldn’t reccomend him and this place enough. Top notch service.

This fort has a great history. My husband had a hard time leaving. They have replica cannons, and a lot of original historic buildings. The welcome center staff were friendly and helpful with any questions you have. The fort is large (American standards) so expect to walk around for a few hours. We had a great time and would visit again.

Free to visit. Short walk from Dock Bar/marina area, Google Maps incorrectly implies you can drive the last 400 meters which is wrong, one must park for free in Dock Bar area or along road outside the privacy gate. Short walk on easy trail from far/marina end of gated car inaccessible parking lot or the trail up from the Dock Beach (we went in one way, and out the other, nice loop). Well preserved ruins of fort, not overly restored so you can get a feel of what it was like. The outer walls / berms obscure the stone fort as designed, these walls are covered in thicket of ferns and blackberries with a few grassy breakthroughs (from the beach trail you can walk through a cool narrow break). You cannot access the interior of the inner stone block fort, good as it keeps less aggressive would-be-vandals and footfall at bay. Nice photo opportunities in a gorgeous setting. Loved visiting this well maintained and easily accessible ruin with light visitor count. Special visit that to me is “very Ireland” and a bit less tourist-trampled than some places.

When I walked into the English Market, I experienced a sensory overload from what I was seeing, hearing, smelling and eventually tasting. I had been to a similiar open market in Athens, Greece the year before which affected my expectations. The English Market exceeded those expectations. From the stall with fresh olives, pesto and Irish cheeses, to the stall with fresh bread to the dessert bakery stall with fresh tortes, to the designer chocolates stall to the fresh produce stalls to the sandwich stall and all stalls in between, everything looked, smelled and tasted delicious. Had we been staying in Cork City we would have bought some fresh fish, beef or pork or maybe all three to cook for dinner. As it was, we were only in town for a few hours. So we bought as much fresh and prepared food as we could afford for a picnic later in the day. And what a picnic it was. It was our best lunch during our 14 day Irish vacation. If you are staying in Cork City or nearby, stop in for fresh ingredients for an evening meal. If you are there for a few hours, pick out your favorites for a quick meal. You won't be disappointed.

The girl at the information point and ticket office is very knowledgeable on the history of the signal towers and the Lusitania disaster. The little cafe is great and the walk around the cliffs is well worth the drive.

Beautiful people, beautiful architecture and colours. Beautiful weekend in Kinsale.

Impressive Church, said to be Ireland’s oldest in continuous use. Nice architecture and setting. Stop in and read the wealth of well written posted history here. Fascinating cemetery on grounds includes the resting place of 3 Lusitania victims of past aggression and disregard for innocent lives by leaders from Germany.

Highly recommend paying a visit here. John Joe was great with the kids and brought them on a wonderful trek. Very well maintained yard and lovely horses. Will definitely go back if we’re in the neighbourhood again.

We enjoyed our visit to Blarney Woolen Mills. They carry their own goods plus other Irish made sweaters and goods. We purchased a sweater and some other souvenirs (keychains, magnets). They had the best prices on souvenirs. High quality keychains that other shops charge $10.... are $4-6 here.

we arrived there pretty late in the day because we thought it was just a castle ruin we could take a quick look around and we were told we could make it in 2 hours. we were a bit put off by the 23 € admission fee. we had no idea!! the castle ruin is a beautiful thing in and of itself. and then there’s the whole shebang about kissing a stone in the castle wall… what?!! you have to stand in line through a tight and steep 500 year old 128 steps staircase only to get hung halfway down the castle wall head first only to press your lips against a particular stone in the outer castle wall… why?? legend says to get the gift of speaking eloquently and with skillful flattery. well then, why not? now we can say: been there, done that. 😎😅 but all that took us nearly 2 hours and so we had just enough time to take a quick walk through the beautiful poison garden and the carnivorous garden, both of which are beautifully designed, and take a very quick gander at the extend of the vast park and garden, just to get an idea of what we’d miss. we like to take our time with things, so this could’ve been a very nice all-day trip. so make sure to come here in good (or at least dry weather, cause I assume these castle steps to be rather dangerous when wet) and with enough time to take it all in!

It was a lovely experience. I enjoyed the tour, even though there was a long line. I loved the garden, with its impressive trees and native ornamental plants in their full splendor. This garden is definitely a great place to spend the morning, whether alone or with the family.

Love this place, come here at least twice a week for most weeks, the set up is fantastic, clean secure toilets and coffee shack, plenty of parking that’s secure, great mix of mountain biking trails and hikes. If you don’t have a bike you can hire them. I mainly go on the Blue trail is about 17k fast track, you have to earn it as the first 5-6k is up hill but it’s definitely worth all the effort.

A fantastic place for spending time together with family or friends. Plenty of space for walking, beautiful views, topped off with little deer ( Bambi 😊). I would recommend to everyone.

Lovely park and ruins of the old Mallow castle. The bew castle is under renovation. There is a herd of white fallow deer who are descended from two that were gifted to a previous owner from her godmother Queen Elizabeth 1st.

Classy old school Irish bar with immaculate Guinness and sound old folk and staff inside. Highly highly recommend

Beautiful gardens with a large variety of plants, as well as some birds and animals. It's a quiet, peaceful place, and not busy like the bigger gardens which attract more tourists. Kids can explore the hobbit house and looking for the dinosaurs, jungle animals, bears and fairies hidden around the garden. You can take a picnic and easily spend 2.5 to 3 hours in another world. The place is clean and very well kept.