The 42 best parks and gardens in Cork

A large, convenient park that is sure to appeal to both children and adults. The park has basketball and football courts, a skate park. You can also bring a picnic, because there are special tables, or have a picnic on the grass. The only thing I don't like is the lack of toilets

One of the best outdoor ppace that you mist visit. Kids activity area, basketball court and wide field for playing football and handball. You can also walk along river lee and even have the chance to dip your feet in the river. There are paths allotted for trekking and hiking as well. Highly recommended place for exercise and best suit for family picnic and small gathering. Cleanliness is well maintained as usual.

The Ballincollig Regional Park is a serene and picturesque haven perfect for a relaxing walk. Nestled along the banks of the River Lee, this expansive park offers lush greenery, well-maintained trails, and scenic vistas that captivate visitors year-round. With its tranquil atmosphere, the park provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The diverse landscapes, including woodlands, open fields, and historical ruins, add to the charm, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts and walkers seeking calm and beauty.

Ample parking, couple of different length walking trails (pathed) plenty of benches to sit on a long the paths, around 6 football pitches, enclosed children's play area.

Fantastic and great way to exercise 😀 long trails and fields and lovely river to relax by you can have a picnic , fishing 🎣 and chill out , 5 km runs 🏃‍♀️

A beautiful huge park, multifunctional and has something for everyone. Lovely walks ranging from a simple 1km to a tougher 7km. Flagged and signposted, suitable for a gentle amble or a serious run. Full size football pitches, basketball courts, full playground, loads of room for flying kites, drones, any sports you want. Outdoor gym equipment for dad or mam. Near to playground. Gorgeous river and waterfall alongside walk. Forest area too. Definitely a must visit place.

Nice place for an afternoon with friends and family.

Blarney Castle is amazing and the grounds are beautiful. While I didn't want to kiss the stone there were many that did 🫣 We did not wait long but there were signs place stating 30/60/90 minutes from here. Very narrow stairs to get to the top!

This is our second visit, the first time was 8 years ago. I didn't kiss the Blarney stone last time and I still didn't kiss it this time! Over 100 very narrow and twisting stairs to get to the top. Not my thing! We did walk the beautiful grounds.

Was a nice visit, the queuing system through the castle was a tad challenging, particularly when stood on the medieval stairs. The highlight was the gardens, they were beautiful, well looked after and there was something to see at every turn. 23 euro to visit, which seemed a tad on the pricey side. You might get the gift of the gab by kissing the stone, but the gift of the gab doesn't get you discounted entry!

Beautiful grounds, lovely walking paths, and for us... Several rainbows while we were there. Getting to the blarney stone takes a bit of fortitude. You'll go through small , narrow circular stairs, and stand on the top of castle battlements to get to the stone. Gorgeous views all around of the countryside, and plenty of history to see.

Such an amazing place surrounded by beautiful scenery and steeped in history, if you’re feeling energetic then you can tackle the spiral staircase and explore the rooms situated off the stairs. Once you ascend to the top, the views are spectacular, not forgetting to kiss the stone before venturing down. Definitely not to be missed.

Gorgeous garden and magical experience. The place is well marked with explanatory signs about legends and historical facts. Wonderful both in spring and autumn, want to go back in the summer to admire the flowers in the multiple gardens.

Wow! This castle is a must visit when visiting this area. Everytime I visit a castle, they never let you in and walking around the best areas, this is the one that lets you see all! Highly recommended! Staff all friendly and welcoming. Avoid the coffee shops unless you are ok at paying crazy prices for small food.

Visiting Fota Wildlife Park was truly an unforgettable experience! The park is beautifully designed, allowing animals to roam in large, naturalistic habitats, which makes the visit feel so unique compared to a traditional zoo. Walking through the open areas and seeing kangaroos, lemurs, and wallabies moving freely around us was magical. The variety of animals is amazing – from majestic giraffes and zebras to playful monkeys and rare species like cheetahs and red pandas. Each enclosure is well maintained, and the educational boards provide great insights about conservation, which shows how much the park cares for both the animals and visitors. The staff were warm, helpful, and passionate about wildlife. Facilities like cafés, picnic areas, and play zones made it a fun, family-friendly experience too. The atmosphere is peaceful, surrounded by greenery, and it’s the perfect place to spend a full day reconnecting with nature. Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Cork – whether with family, friends, or even solo. Fota Wildlife Park is not just a day out, it’s an experience full of wonder, learning, and memories that stay with you. 🌿🦒🐒

Fantastic zoo, tons of different exotic animals and some freely roam the site which gives it a nice atmosphere. Feeding times are displayed and if you're lucky enough you can help feed the penguins and other animals. The gift shop is nice, all the pricing here was reasonable, one of the many gems in the south of Ireland. I look forward to coming back here!

I would highly recommend visiting the wildlife park & doing the behind the scenes tour. Willy our tour guide was brilliant, so knowledgeable & passionate about his job which was very telling when every animal came over to see him including the crows 😂. You get up close & personal to some amazing animals & feed them & get to pet some which is an unbelievable experience. Be brought behind the scenes & see how it works. You also get to learn about the conservation work they do which I think is important for everyone to know. Best money spent on doing the tour, would definitely do it again & great to support the animals & cause. Would highly highly recommend

Such a beautiful place. I have a yearly membership so go there every few weeks, I have been more times than I can count but everytime is a different and wonderful experience. Some non dangerous animals are free to roam around so you'll find kangaroos, monkeys, lemurs walking/jumping very close to you (it's unfortunately forbidden to pet them for theirs and yours wellbeing) and the ones in enclosures have really big ones. All of the animals are very well cared for and the staff is always really nice and available to answer questions.

We did a private tour which takes you behind the scenes and allows you to feed the animals. It was a fantastic experience for young or old. Very good price wise too. 195 euros for 6 people. 32.50 per person. I'd highly recommend it, but book well in advance. They take 2 tours a day and are well booked ahead.

We’ve visited the Wildlife Park more than four times, and we always bring friends and family whenever they visit. We took our two-year-old son last year, and he absolutely loved it! He was thrilled to see all the animals, especially the giraffe, the tiger, and the larger animals like the rhinoceros, if I remember correctly! He also adored the butterfly house, where he saw a sloth strolling around, and he was fascinated by the fish since he’s a big fish fan!

It’s an amazing park. I wasn’t sure if I should go to Fota Wildlife or not, because I thought it was just a “zoo”, but it is not, it’s a waaay different experience than I was used to. Definitely worth the visit.

We brought our two grandchildren (5+1), and all of us loved it. The deer, playground, tearoom, and walks for different staminas were excellent. 10/10 would recommend. Will return.

This has to be one of the best free family days out. It has everything. A very good kids park and very safe. Plenty of walks from 2k to 10k. Very picturesque and loads of places to have a picnic. The tea rooms in the main house is very good and run by Sarah at the Crossroads which is also worth a visit. Overall a great family day out.

What an absolutely beautiful park. We’d meant to visit so many times over the years and finally got there. Of the three trails available we chose the medium trail which is 3.5 kilometres long through beautifully maintained paths and tracks. Being Autumn the leaves on the trees were a wonderful pallet of colours. Winding paths, a babbling stream, birds singing and so many moments of peace and quiet. We had a wonderful walk through the grounds and saw dozens of deer. As for the house itself, we didn’t take the tour this time but the place is immaculately well kept. The walled garden was closed unfortunately but a peek through the gates made me think someone had cut the grass with a scissors and a ruler. Beautiful. I hope the pictures do it some justice but I would highly recommend a visit to anyone. Ample parking, easy to navigate. There’s a lovely playground if you have young children and the entire park is dog friendly.

Fabulous place for a walk , dog on leads are welcome . Wonderful to get so close to both fallow and sika deer . And to be able to stop for a coffee in the courtyard, surrounded by carriages and stables from yesteryear’s really adds to the sentof history culture and heritage

It’s a very lovely wildlife park. Unfortunately, I couldn’t walk around much because of the rain, but I’d love to come back on a sunny day. There are toilets available in the park — as of 10 a.m., the gate to the toilets was open, and they were relatively clean.

Beautiful walks and trails. Wonderful way to spend a sunny day

Magnificent wildlife Park with plenty of different walking trails with river's & ponds. Herds of Red & Sika Deer can also be seen roaming in the park.

Nice way to spend a few hours , you can see inside the house and the gardens are lovely. They gave the kids a treasure hunt in the house which kept them busy. Has a tea room also

We had a lovely afternoon at Bantry house. We visited the gardens and had a very interesting tour of the hoise with Julie. All followed by the afternoon tea in the library. Stunning views if the bay from the front garden.

I visited Bantry House and was soon blown away by authentication of everything in this house. The family still live in part of the house and presently are the 10th generation. I would highly recommend visiting this house. Do put it on places to visit 😍

A wonderful journey through time to a country estate that is rich in history. An honest and dedicated team transports guests to a time that was not defined by hustle and bustle and perfectionism. During 2 days we thoroughly enjoyed the warm hospitality - Thank you for this lovely experience..

One of the most beautiful houses to visit in West Cork. The house and gardens are in great condition and well maintained. Especially good on a sunny day to stroll around the many levels outside.Really worth the trip to Bantry town as well

A 5 Star Rating for 3 Reasons: 1. Beautiful comfortable bedrooms, and an exquisite breakfast (see photo). 2. The warmth and professionalism of the welcome, provided by Julie and her staff, including Jean, Niamh and Amy. 3. Last but definitely not least - Julie has set things up so that guests can truly enjoy a “Downton Abbey” experience including the baronial library, and ancient billiards table. To get the full experience, I recommend staying a minimum of 2 nights (we stayed 3). We had a memorable evening listening to big band tunes on the gramophone, playing billiards, before enjoying a gourmet charcuterie plate, washed down by a glass of excellent vintage wine. This was as close to seeing How the Other Half Lived as we are ever likely to get! Congratulations to the whole Bantry House team on creating such a memorable experience!

Great place to stop on the way to Cork from Kerry. The house was so interesting to look at on the inside and out. Was sad we couldn't take pictures of the interior but I understand the reasoning. Would definitely be an amazing place to stay or rent for a special event. Highly recommend stopping in!

A very beautiful park, there are benches and shade and it is not noisy, you can sit by the river and relax

Beautifull park, perfect preservation of the enviroment and the specific animal - plant life. Good example of green design of urban area.

Fitzgerald Park is a beautiful green oasis in the heart of Cork, nestled along the scenic River Lee. The park is full of lush lawns, tall trees, and peaceful paths that make it perfect for a relaxing stroll or a family day out. There’s a great playground for children, a lovely café serving excellent coffee, and well-maintained facilities. It’s a place where everyone can unwind and enjoy nature right in the city. A must-visit spot when in Cork!

Kids loved the playground. The park is so well kept with lovely landscaping and pond. Kids will be happy visitors and adults have plenty of benches to cheer them on.

Especially over the summer months, roses and flowers in full bloom. Visit once a day for a walk and really safe. Lots of seats. Playground also in the park. Good park for all age groups

Nice park with skids play area and a small pond to chill with family and friends

One of my favorite places of Cork. Love it.

precious, charming hiking place :) takes around 2 hours at the red trail (and less at any other) and the slightly challenging walk is all worth it! the forest of gougane barra is unreal – covered with moss and ferns. every now and then you'll stumble across a little pond or waterfall <3 if you are into enchanted forests, this is your place

Gougane Barra offers absolutely stunning views, especially during the summer months. The forest is beautifully preserved, and the walking trails are clearly marked and easy to follow. There’s ample parking available, and the toilets are clean and well-maintained. The €5 entry fee, which was previously coin-based, has now been updated to a convenient tap payment system.

Wish we would've had more time to explore, beautiful little area. Nice walks, nothing really huge but could spend a good half day walking.

Gougane Barra National Forest Park is a gorgeous gem tucked away in nature's embrace. The park offers a serene, quiet atmosphere that's perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle. With a variety of well-maintained trails, it's an excellent spot for hiking and taking in the stunning scenery. Visiting on a sunny day is highly recommended, as the light brings out the vibrant colors of the landscape, making the experience even more magical. Definitely worth a visit!

Put this one on your “must visit” and give yourself at least 3 hours to roam around. Bring lunch and soak in the spirit of peace during this once in a lifetime moment. Step lightly for you are on holy ground. Step lightly and leave enlivened - ready to face another day with a full heart and a peace filled soul.

Gougane Barra National Forest Park is a stunning natural reserve located in County Cork, Ireland. Known for its serene beauty and historical significance, the park is set in a valley surrounded by lush mountains, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility. Key Features: 1. Scenic Beauty The park is nestled in a deep glacial valley and includes forests, streams, and a picturesque lake. Its well-maintained trails offer breathtaking views of the landscape 2. Outdoor Activities Gougane Barra features six walking trails of varying difficulty, perfect for hikers of all levels. The park is also a haven for birdwatchers and photographers, with opportunities to see native wildlife 3. Historic Significance The park is home to St. Finbarr’s Oratory, a small, iconic church on an island in the lake. St. Finbarr, the patron saint of Cork, is believed to have founded a monastery here in the 6th century. The oratory, surrounded by ancient ruins, is a popular spot for weddings and quiet reflection 4. Forest and Conservation As one of Ireland’s first national parks, Gougane Barra is planted with various tree species, including spruce and pine, contributing to its lush, green appearance 5. Accessibility and Amenities The park provides picnic areas, parking 5€ have have cash with you, and easy access to trails and viewpoints, making it an excellent destination for families and groups

Peaceful and green 💚. It's a rare gem for those who appreciate quiet beauty and nature’s simple pleasures.

This is a fantastic place to visit. The botanic gardens are beautiful with plants from all around the world. There are lots of pathways which would be great fun for little explorers and dogs are allowed on a lead. The cafe is a beautiful large room (accessed through the gift shop) and the food was lovely with friendly staff. We thoroughly enjoyed the guided tour of the house which I highly recommend. These need to be booked online, you can choose a tour at 12 or 2.

We had a very pleasant afternoon here. Came over on the car ferry from Passage which I'd recommend. A shirt drive and we were in Fota. The gardens are beautiful, more extensive than I'd remembered. I love the hideaway Fern area which wouldn't be out of place in the Hobbit! I saw plants in never seen before and really loved the glasshouses. We didn't do ghe tour but had lunch in the cafe. I found the menu a bit basic and below the standard of the rest of the place. Coffee and cake lovely.id go elsewhere for lunch or bring a picnic next time. Friendly and helpful staff and volunteers throughout 👍

Absolutely beautiful gardens. Free to walk round and I was able to take my dog. The working Victorian garden was charming. Old fashioned with great atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit.

We really enjoyed the guided tour with Barry - great to see both the family rooms as well as the staff areas, nursery, kitchen, larder etc. Barry really brought the story of John the Magnificent's house alive - highly recommended. A stroll in the gardens and cafe lunch was very nice too.

We had our wedding ceremony in the grounds in August and it was absolutely incredible. Catherine and the team at Fota House helped us have a wedding that exceeded our expectations. From the support in our ideas for the ceremony, being in constant communication running up to the day, helping set up on the day and being on hand to guide our guests to their seats, I have only positive things to say about the team - thank you

Beautiful old house, restored the way it would have looked inside. It has beautiful artwork and furniture. There are even working servant’s bells! On our tour we were lucky enough to have a friend of the last residential family lead the tour, so she knew stories of the people who had lived there. It was a fascinating experience. Well worth it. There is a lovely gift shop and cafe at this place, too. Plus an occasional art showing.

Beautiful house & gardens. Tour of the house worth taking as story of family who lived there up to its transfer into state hands very interesting and you get to see most of the important rooms in the house, not just a few. Rooms all furnished in original material and authentic to period paintings. I remember news items in the 1990's lamenting the fact that the house was in danger of falling into rack & ruin like so many other period houses so nice to see that it was eventually saved and renovated. Nice coffee shop/ restaurant. House guide was very good and interesting.

Good facilities, friendly staff, and good location. But two things let it down. 1. Showers are not hot enough and you can’t control the temp yourself. 2. The price is very high for what it is. We don’t use electric but pay the same price as those that do. If they sorted these two aspects it would be perfect.

In my opinion it's one of the best Caravan & Camping sites in Ireland. The staff are very polite and informative. All of the facilities are spotlessly clean,it's clear that they're regularly checked and clean. The pricing is next to none for what you get. A lovely quiet site with amazing views.

Currently here with our three year old, site is brilliantly maintained but you really need transport as its in the middle of no where. Ideal stopping point, showers, toilets and campers kitchen are ridiculously clean and the grounds are very well maintained! A little bit more in the kids playground would be super as I'd say during a very busy period it could be jammed very quickly. Would come back again, great time had!

Great caravan park just outside Cork, not far from blarney castle. Everything was excellent. Easy check in, good WiFi, free showers which were clean and warm. There was good facilities in all and there's also an excellent pitch and putt course.

Very nice campsite, rural location and lovely reception staff. Toilets, showers etc all good. Use the Black Ash park and ride (€5) in Cork to access Cork city centre.

Positives aspects: showers are free and hot. Nice dog walking field (there they are allowed off the lead) and football pitch. Pitch and putt included with 4 nights plus camping. Friendly staff and atmosphere. Good WiFi from our van. Negatives: pitches very closed together (packed in like sardines).

Great location, lovely site , washing facilities were very clean and everything you needed electric,water washing machine and driers . Great welcome . We walked to Blarney from there took us 25mins on road and went by bus to Cork 2.20 euros each way per person.

A fantastic site,great facilities for everyone and very close to the beach. Highly recommend.

We have stayed here a couple times while cycle touring in West Cork. This campsite is very special and we would highly recommend. Steeped in history, the 1700 house is worth the visit alone. A highlight being the campers kitchen which is located in the original bakery. The facilities are great, pitches are flat and it is close to some great pubs, restaurants and the wonderful Garrettstown Beach. Dennis, the owner, has a wealth of knowledge about the site and is very helpful. We’ll be back!

Superb location close to beach, good facilities, level pitches

Staying here full season . Second year. Great value and excellent service. Dennis the host is obliging, knowledgeable and helpful. Well run site with good and reasonable services. Showers e1 and always clean. Washing machines and dryers aplenty. Can't fault the place

When we arrived we were the first ones to stand on the lawn which we thought was for small campervans and tents. Within two days the small ground was packed including with big motorhomes. In the end it felt tight like a sardine can. I don’t know what the management thinks about this, but my impression is, they don’t care.

Super campground, stayed in my camper. Seems very well run, helpful and friendly front desk in beautiful surroundings. Only spent one night here but could absolutely do more

Stayed here for the evening in the camper van when travelling around the island. The owner, I don’t recall his name, genuinely couldn’t do enough for you. Opens the shop all hours to get you what you need, helped us during the rain to check our electrics. Plus he’s good for a old yarn! Facilities wise, absolutely dead on. Got everything you need for being in a camper. I regret not going during peak season but we did have our pick of spaces

Spend about three hours seeing the animals and birds, While the more dangerous had to have high wires etc for safety, they had plenty freedom to roam about But was saddened to see all the giraffes in an enclosed area, just walking up and down a concrete path in front of a building. They were there from when we arrived to when we left, despite acres there for them to rome, like the zebras emus etc 😪😪😪

Nowadays FOTA is associated with the Wild Life Park or the resort but long before these were even an idea, there was & is the amazing Arboretum. Free to wander apart from the parking charge, it would be no problem to spend a day here & have to return to see the rest of it. Loads of parking too

We went to attend the Winderlights at Fota last night. One word - S P E C R A C U L A R Extremely well organized, the display timings are perfect. As much as there are plenty of people and crowds, the flow is clearly well calculated and works to ensure everyone has a wonderful time. And the 5th 🌟, back to the top SPECTACULAR. I was expecting a something geared towards the kids, very pleasantly surprised.

Beautiful house and gardens. Lovely walks throughout.

Fota Gardens is only located 15 minutes by public transport from Cork City. Entry is free and the walk and gardens are a sight you will not find anywhere else. A great place to stop off for a day or on the way to other attractions. Great history stunning views with loss of scenery.

Beautiful house & gardens. Tour of the house worth taking as story of family who lived there up to its transfer into state hands very interesting and you get to see most of the important rooms in the house, not just a few. Rooms all furnished in original material and authentic to period paintings. I remember news items in the 1990's lamenting the fact that the house was in danger of falling into rack & ruin like so many other period houses so nice to see that it was eventually saved and renovated. Nice coffee shop/ restaurant. House guide was very good and interesting.

Fota Arboretum was magical. Beautiful plants, amazing resting place on benches by the little lake. Tranqility and beauty all around.

Nice trip filled with information. Just enough time to walk through the main routes. Very limited food options so taking your own is recommended. Overall clean and safe.

Great tour to Spike Island. Interesting and fun story about this place. Definitely worth a visit.

Great place to visit. 15 minutes by ferry from cobh. Better to pay and park near cobh church . It takes around 4 hours to cover the island. There is a toilet and a small cafeteria on the island. Before going check the weather if it's raining you can't enjoy the island

Great place to wile away an afternoon. Boat trip over and back from Cobh (about 10 mins each way ) and a 40 min tour guide included for about 25 euro per adult. Small cafe on site. bring a picnic, have a beer, walk, chill on the grass, however you want to spend your afternoon. It’s wheelchair accessible for the most part and just so well kept - good walking trek for Trekkies and for Irish history buffs it is a complete must. Super to meet all the friendly tour guides when we were there, João, Marion, Rob, Aine and Kealan. ( really hope I spelt all your names okay.) whose knowledge about the place was impressive. Thank you guys for making our day. Best to book in advance especially when the weather is good.

Visited Spike Island, had a wonderful day and great walk for almost 5 hours.

October 2022: we ended up going to Spike Island on the recommendation from our BnB host. We had a great time on the ferry over, and the tour was informative without being overdone. The island itself has lots of information on placards, and if you’re not into going into the prison there’s lots of lovely walks outside. We found lots of berry bushes and little goats. Be sure to dress for the weather; we started the day with sun and a bit of wind, and throughout the day the wind picked up and we ended up in a cold rainstorm. Since this was at the end of tourism season, we made sure to pack a small picnic as the tour lasts an entire day and the small café on the island was closed.

A great morning out ,with a trio across by ferry to the island, reasonably priced, very informative about the history of the island and its firmer uses, however I was a bit disappointed that the history of the Irish Denence Forces use and military presence on the island from 1938 up to the 1982 when it became a civilian prison seems to have been airbrushed out of the official history given by our tour guide, limited option for food otherwise lovely day out.

The Cobh Heritage Centre was an incredibly moving experience. The exhibits beautifully tell Ireland’s emigration story with heart and authenticity. Learning about those who once departed from this port knowing some were my own ancestors made it deeply personal. A must-visit for anyone with Irish roots or an appreciation for history.

Just on the quayside if you are on a cruise ship here. As you enter a very nice cafe to take in the yesteryears theme. Tea’s coffee and cake. From here you can buy entry to the Heritage museum.

My husband and I went for a genealogy consult, but then enjoyed the museum afterward. What a gem! This centre encapsulated so much of Irish history with a variety of media that would keep any visitor engaged. This should be a “must” when you travel to Cobh.

Christy and team were friendly, helpful, and provided insightful advice about ways to track down my Irish ancestors. A worthwhile hour to spend on genealogy! Thank you Christy and team!

We made an appointment with a geneologist weeks before our visit for a 60 minute consultation. I learned a few new things about my family's location prior to 1847. After thst, records were lost for a period of time because of the famine. The Heritage Center offers a well organized historical display. Thectown of Cobh is charming, clean, and picturesque.

My sister and I did the 1 hour session with a genealogist. His name is Christy Keating and he was extremely knowledgeable of the history of Ireland and of the migration of our ancestors. He was able to find out were my great grandmother came from. As well as her mother and father which was a big mystery. Christy was very compassionate and he will always be in a special place in my heart. Thank you Christy! Going through the rest of the tour was amazing afterwards. It put in perspective what our ancestors had to go through to get to America. I can't believe so many people survived those conditions. All of it is worth doing, but if your not into genealogy at least do the tour.

A local initiative, a good collection of heritage artifacts and photos. Very welcoming staff. Worth a visit 😃

Always a moving experience to visit this garden of remembrance. We visited my wife’s friend (FDNY Capt Billy Burke Jr) who lost his life in the North Tower. For some reason, there are two trees baring his name. We’ve notified the garden.

Our driver surprised us with this stop. It is simply awe-inspiring to see. As an American, words can not explain how you feel, seeing this for the first time. Buses can not get to this spot very easily so having a car or driver is the best way to see this. Donation are excepted and appreciated.

Stumbled on this memorial whilst driving. Very touching place remembering every NY Firefighter that died on 9/11.

Nestled atop a hill overlooking Kinsale, this garden brings tears to the eyes of visitors who remember so many firefighters, police, EMS and civilians who were killed in NYC 9/11/2001. A must visit for all. Never forget.

Absolutely loved this tribute to our fallen firefighters. No words.

What a truly amazing place. So tranquil and peaceful Definitely worth the visit What a wonderful lady she was

The Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance is a solemn memorial honoring the hundreds of firefighters and police officers who perished in the 9/11 terrorist attacks on New York City. A simple yet powerful space, the garden features a tree for each fallen safety officer, with American flags representing their sacrifice.

Very lovely place, many details, very clean. I can highly recommend this place!

Such an enjoyable walk around here. Owners must be so proud of the beautiful space. So picnic friendly.

The beauty of this garden is simply breathtaking. Everything is made with love and care. This is an incredible place not only for children, but also for adults.

A must do when in Cork. Beautiful place with so much to see. I'd recommend taking a picnic, we left after 3 hours with hungry bellies. I would have liked to stay for the day.

Brilliant gardens. Beautifull lay out with gorgeous planting. There is literally something around every turn to look at. The children loved it with loads for them to see. The hobbit house, the animal figures, the aviary, the pygmy goats, the ducks at the lake, the teddy bear area, really amazing.

Magnificent place, great for families, lovely walk around it, lots of things to see and do including the hobbit house, beautiful gardens with access to a tea room and toilets, great day out.

Such a cool place, fairy trail was a big hit with my 2 year old and he loved the hobit house as well. Definitely recommend a visit

Don't expect a long history lesson, the site of the Royal Powder Mills only has a couple of signposts with the history of the Pwder Mills, and that's pretty much it... You're going there for the lovely walk through the woods, summer or winter. It's a great stroll to make at any time.

Wonderful place, beautiful and quietly

Not a museum anymore, just the old ruins, amazing spot though, new walkways adding to area all the time.

It was great a little bit of a long walk though you could just get lost in the forest and they opened a new path which is great I would suggest this to a family who wants to have a lovely day out

Brilliantly conceived and executed public park. There is green fields, child's playgrounds, basketball courts alongside long walks through the woods which are tarmacadamed for people who aren't the most able. Then if you venture a little more into the woods there are woodland paths to explore.

Beautiful walks & so peaceful

Very interesting. It is really worth the visit and enjoyable walk ways around the area.

Wonderful place in Cork City. Even though I think access from different sides of town could be improved. There was a little caravan selling coffee and snacks, there is a box to loan games/balls in case you forgot. Nice sports ground and walk/cycle path. My son learned cycling only recently and the wide path around the park, as well as the kids pump track are fantastic.

Amazing Park, one of the best parks I have seen in my life. Perfect for Running, strolling or playong sports. Extremely well maintained. And if you climb on top of the hill, you are rewarded with a nice view of the city.

Love this walk. Lovely coffee shop on site now too. Great facilities for sports too. There are pitches, table tennis tables, boules area, plenty for pathways to walk, run or cycle. They even have a sports equipment library, it's the first of its kind that I've seed. You can barrow what you want and return it when you're done, great idea!

Lovely place for a skate around or a walk! Smooth sufaces are perfect for any wheeled play. (eg. Scooter or skateboard) and it’s not very busy most of the time.

I love this place.it is a perfect site for outdoor activities, cycling, BMX, skating, or simply walking...no Cars, no traffic, no noise, just trails of all kinds to enjoy a healthy time in the heart of Cork. Pity, it's not easily reached on foot from the city center. It's always great to have a go. Not to be missed...you also have public toilets, ping pong tables and a small van serving food and drinks.

The track is 2 laps 5km tarmac and is ideal for running.

A lovely spot to bring the dogs for a walk! Particularly love the open, field walkways. Lots of wildflowers and plants for the dogs to sniff but with well managed trails for the humans to stroll on. Great spot for long line work, park rangers always abouts too which is reassuring. Bins for dog poo located around the entrance and across the trailhead!

Eagle Point Camping has truly set the bar for all our camping experiences up to now. The location is absolutely stunning—almost every pitch offers beautiful views over the bay, and the sunsets are unforgettable. The site is spacious, well-kept, and surrounded by nature, giving a real sense of peace and relaxation. What we loved: Top-notch facilities: The showers and toilets are spotless and modern, with several facility blocks so you’re never too far away. There are also laundry facilities, a supermarket, and a petrol station right at the entrance. Perfect for water activities: The site is right on the water, with easy access for swimming, kayaking, and boating. There are plenty of coves to explore, and the sheltered coastline makes it ideal for families and water sports enthusiasts. Great for families: There’s a small playground, a football pitch, a tennis court, and lots of open space for kids to play. The site feels safe and friendly, with helpful staff who make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. Ideal base for exploring: Eagle Point is perfectly located for discovering West Cork, with Bantry, Glengarriff, and the beautiful peninsulas all within easy reach. Eagle Point Camping is, without a doubt, our favourite campsite so far. The combination of breathtaking views, excellent facilities, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a place we’ll definitely return to. Highly recommended for anyone looking for the best in Irish camping!.

Stopped here on the 6th September for just the one night. Absolutely fabulous place to stay. The lady we checked in with was so friendly couldn't have been nicer to us. Toilets and showers immaculate! One of the nicest sites we have stayed on. We will definitely be back

This is a gem of a spot- professional, friendly staff, only too willing to help. Very clean showers etc and so inexpensive- £18 euros for single small tent each night. Even managed an open water swim in the small bay!

Lovely location, campsite is great and spotless. Easy to get to places if you use this as a base. Staff where really friendly. Would happily recommend and come back here.

Without a doubt one of the finest camping sites I’ve stayed in. Toilets and showers are spotless and very well maintained. The pitch’s are spacious and the views are unbelievable from every part of the site. Well worth the money to stay.

Fantastic campsite, in my opinion the best in ireland- for views,for freshest air, for cleanliness and for facilities - we came to Eagle Point when our children were young- every summer for about 13 years. The standards never slipped - cannot recommend it enough.

Brilliant campsite. All the facilities one would need. Shop and petrol station opposite entrance. Large campsite but plenty of space. Book early to get a space near one of the toilet blocks if needed. Explore the islands on the campsite at low tide.

I stayed for one night in August while walking the Beara way. I had booked a tent pitch in advance the Dutch owner lady (I think Jamie) was very welcoming and helpful with any of my questions including some general ones about my walking route and plans. I got a tour of the site and the facilities, and was given some location options to pitch. In the end I chose a cosy and quiet corner. The facilities were clean and well run. Jamie explained how the washing machine and dryer worked. I was able to get some things washed and dried during my stay which was great. There is a food truck on site but only servers from Thurs - Sunday (may be wrong there with the days..). I could also charge up my power pack in the communal kitchen area. There is nothing otherwise nearby in terms of bars etc but that was fine for me. I had a nice stay there and slept well, it's a quiet and well run site, that seems to cater well for both camper Vans and tents. Would certainly recommend it...

Great campsite! Thanks to Daniel and Jamie. The campsite is very well taken care of. The facilities are clean and in great condition. There is a washing machine and a dryer. The booking process was easy and we were welcomed very warm and friendly. I can fully recommend this campsite if you are walking the Beara Way.

Highly recommend the hostel, the family room was spotless and great value. Really good and spacious cooking facilities. Perfect location for exploring the stunning Beara peninsula.

Lovely relaxed campsite. All staff really helpful and friendly. The facilities are perfect for camping . Great area to explore on bikes including the Healy Pass. Thank you all!

We were in a family room - big enough for 5. There are spotlessly clean restrooms and showers and fully equipped kitchen in the Lodge building. Green, clean and quiet campsite. Highly recommend.

Here at this campsite 🏕️ 🌈🚐🇮🇪☘️ a late booking in September & I can’t say enough about how fab it is. Quirky site on our wild Atlantic way trip 🌈🚐💓🇮🇪☘️. Lovely family & very reasonable with clean showers, toilets plus much more. Thank you ☺️ 🙏 xxx just what we needed at this time xxx 🌈☘️🇮🇪🚐☘️🫶

I stayed about 4 hours to do laundry and take a shower, but was charged the full overnight fee of €35 – plus €6 per wash and €4 per dryer (clothes still damp). I have since stayed at many other campsites and nowhere else was I charged an overnight fee just for using laundry or shower facilities. A small usage fee would be understandable – but not the full overnight price. This is disproportionate.

Great location, toilets and showers very fresh and clean . Bar was very friendly and comfortable, songs sung and fun had till late. Didn’t eat but food was available. Kids loved it played in the stream , and on the jungle gym park made friends . Nicky is an absolute gentleman ,very helpful and considerate, Will definitely be returning,

Facilities were great and the ground very nicely laid out. We arrived late as we were hiking but we'd booked in advance online so we just pitched a tent on a spot that looked good and the next day the guy at reception gave us some good advice for our next leg of the trip

Nicky the owner is a star and so helpful. Great kitchen facilities, kettle, microwave warm water and seating. Beautifully located a gem in the heart of west cork in a lovely village ♥️

Stopped after a long cycle looking to pay only for a shower. The owner saw an opportunity to overcharge us. He was rude and dismissive and charged us more than the cost of an overnight stay.

Beautiful caravan and camping site just before the Atlantic way shows all of its beauty. Drive through the most amazing scenery. Full bar and hot food well worth the visit.

This is a well run and fantastic location for all your caming needs. The on stie bar has food all evening with live entertainment and friendly staff. The facilities are top class with everything you need. Well done to all involved and I hope to return to the hills of Glengarriff soon. Many thanks Darren Roberts

Not super impressive considering the cost: 46 eur for one person, one night, no electric, and no working wifi. Pitches not separated with any privacy barriers. Most ever paid for a pitch anywhere in Europe.

Lovely park , well maintained and quite , good for cycling as well

Loved the bigger nature trail with the lush, verdant landscape; I suspect having the paved track is good too. Not overly crowded with people when I went. The other side of the nature trail wasn’t as used, and seemingly more narrow because of this, but it was still nice. I’d definitely go back to this location for a nice nature walk.

It is magical is all ways… was quite and lovely. A place to relax

Beautiful place to go for a walk, to cycle and to walk your dog. This place is full of daisies🌼. It's a very quiet place with a clean environment. There's also a beautiful small stream of water in this place.

A beautiful little woods, perfect for that short walk to blow the cobwebs away. Parking available in the lions club carpark just outside the entrance. Dog friendly and suitable for buggies although slightly hilly, you can stick to the concrete path or wander up the forest trail. Gorgeous views at most times of the year, especially so in Autumn with stunning colours, plants, mushrooms etc. I would recommend taking the forest trail if you can. Path is covered by CCTV cameras and street lighting so is safe even after dark. Worth a visit for a quick stroll. If you are in the Douglas area, give it a shot.

Love this path, it’s one of the few that have wheelchair accessibility and you can easily wheel yourself around. One part is very steep and you may need someone to help if you are on a manual wheelchair.

Lovely pathways through the wood. You can walk down to the stream and over little bridges. Pay parking available very reasonable €1 an hour or €3 for 24 hours. Will return

Probably the best campsite I came across whilst travelling through Ireland; easy to park and a good stop over when travelling west/east around the Wild Atlantic Way. The warden was very friendly and with a good sense of humour which is always a good sign. The grounds are thoughtfully designed with hedging separating some pitches; the pitches are large and mostly level. The site has separate female and male toilets all spotlessly clean and with the individual shower rooms being unisex; the cubicles are of a good size and with the shower head facing away from the door which is a very sensible idea; other campsites could learn from this design. There were only two hooks in the cubicle which is a bit disappointing and a bench of some kind would be nice sit too. I discovered that the lighting in the shower area switches off at 10pm, which can make things awkward on a dark night; perhaps a PIR system may be useful for those who have a later shower. The washing up room has three sinks and with ample hot water. However the chemical waste disposal is into a WC which is ok but there is no tapped water supply to rinse out the cassette; the tap for that is outside and with the hose not being long enough to rinse out the WC basin or surrounding area should a mishap come about. I recommend that the owners rethink the chemical toilet design. There is a well kept dog walking lane at the rear running alongside a stream. Other than that the site is brilliant and being only 300 or so metres from a supermarket and 750 metres from the town centre. It is well worth a stop whether overnight or for a longer stay.

Very disappointed with both the site and the town. We were not made feel welcome at all and when we couldn't get our electric working were made feel like a nuisance and the lady in question was verging on being rude!! No atmosphere either in the site or the town which was like a ghost town on a Sunday evening when we thought it would be buzzing. Will definitely not be back and would not recommend...

They charged us for electricity, altough we clearly mentioned not needing it in our reservation per email. They also charged (without any previous notice) for a small extra tent next to our motorhome. There are a lot of "extra charges" in the price list, but no small tent. None of the other 11 camp sites we visited charged us for the tent. Because I got no invoice or anything, I found out only later that we had been overcharged. Upon asking explanation per email, the owner replied that not needing electricity is só unusual that they always charge it. My request (per email) for a refund remains unanswered. Hospitality begins and ends with honesty and transparancy. Charging whatever and being stubborn about it yields the lowest possible score from me.

Lovely campsite really clean and very handy to town. Management are very helpful. Will def be back.

Facilities ok but not very welcoming. Arrived at 11.45. Told we weren't supposed to arrive before 14.00 like most other sites in Ireland (this is the only site we came across later than 12.00). Let us pitch up but told we couldn't use the toilets until 14.00 🤨

First time to stay here. 34 euro with electricity. Very clean, has all the necessary facilities. Highly recommend.

Trailspeen ⛱️ beach lovely place for a swim 🏊‍♂️ I had lots of swims there just mind the weaver fish 🐟 if you stand on them they have 3 spikes on their back and it is sore.Advisiabel to were beach shoes 👞. Stayed in the camp

Small Park and less crowded. Good for kids.

Every year, for Hanukkah, Cork City Council organise a celebration for remembrance of the Jews that would occupy Jewtown. Since 2011, an art installation was given to the city by Maddie Leach called Evening Echo. The installation involves 9 lamps and the ninth lamp is only lit on the last day of Hanukkah. The Jewish calendar is different to the Gregorian calendar that we use, so the final day is different each year. A lovely and friendly park with a small playground and lots of dog walkers too

Nice little park. Unfortunately a bit small. Dog walkers bring the dogs here for a 💩 Quite a few don't pick it up

Nice park and playground for kids, good for people with pets too.nice and welcoming people from neighbourhood, and also close to city centre.

Lovely little park that we visit regularly. BUT we were here yesterday the 19th of april 2024 and there was a dad with his little girl about 1 years old and she was playing on the slide and an old man came into the park on his own (HE HAD A CAP AND GREY MOUSTACHE AND A DIRTY BACKPACK AND HE LOOK SOMEWHAT DIRTY). He walked up to the slide and was clapping and putting his hands out to catch the girl and we thought they might have known him but they didnt, he picked the little girl up and was hugging her and he held her and walked over and handed her to the dad and he kept his hands on her and was rubbing her back and he didnt walk away or stop touching her until he left after a few minutes and the dad looked very confused and we think he couldnt speak english. So i think people should be aware just incase it was to happen again it was very creepy dont take your eyes off your kids in here.

We mainly come here for the playground with our 3 yrs old. He just loves it. While it is not a huge one you can find the must have playground equipment such as a slide, swings etc. Lovely atmosphere, not that cowded and the park itself is well maintained and clean as well. Nice spot to switch off from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Used to be a nice place for day drinking, has gone to ruin now since the families started using the playground again. Don't get me started on all the cheery dogs, the poop bins that should clearly be for cans or the happy vibe on a sunny day.

The boat ride from Blue Pool is very enjoyable especially since you get to see loads of seals. The island is beautiful. My favourite was definitely the view of the ocean and mountains in the pavilion of the Italian Garden.

Perfect spot for short walks and beautiful sights, we enjoyed there very much. Lots of flowers, greens rare trees. Tickets are 16 euro for the fairy for adults and half price for kids. You pay 5 euro per person upon arrival on the island itself. On the way to the island there is a good view of seals sunbathing, so cute. There is a cafe, you can have something to eat and drink. The pictures speak for themselves.

Incredible place! Boat trip took about 10 minutes, stopped to sea the seals and the sea eagles nest was pointed out. Went midday on a Saturday and it was so quiet and peaceful. Good drink options at the cafe, including alternative milks!

Stunning unique island with many gardens, flowers, trees,towers, house… They accept only cash on the entrance and coffe shop

Fantastic island to visit for 5 euros (adult) entrance fee. Climb to the top of the tower for amazing 360 views. The gardens are great to visit. Make sure you visit the house first to check what times they are doing tours as you can only go into the house by tours only.

Wonderful sheltered island; a unique ecosystem amidst anotherwise rough wilderness. Spent about 2 hours there. Highlight was the walled garden, an oasis of colorful flowers in August! Well worth the entrance fee, but the price for getting there by boat (15 min ride) is a bit steep. No trashcans in the park to be found 👎

I recommend anyone to come to Garnish Island as it is a great and beautiful place to spend time with anyone, whether you’d like to come with friends, family or even enjoy your own company! You have to travel to the island by a small boat, and even get spectacular views of the seals! Once you’re on the island, there is one small cafe and the rest of garnish island is full of views and flowers for you to explore. It is a very peaceful atmosphere and definitely worth visiting.

This spot was amazing! We spent our last full day in Ireland following part of the red and purple trails here. We were a group ranging from 4 to nearly 70 snd everyone loved it! The views are amazing! We loved walking with the sheep, that was the highlight for my two girls. The host at the reception at the entrance was super helpful in helping us to decide which hike to do and even provided my girls with some lollipops! We loved it here, definitely a must do if in the area!

Absolutely beautiful. Lady at reception was so friendly as well. Perfect 2hr hike if you're in the area. We did the purple trail and then joined the red trail back around. Would highly reccomend

Amazing views on any trail wht you pick. Proper boots need for the yellow trail. The purple is lovely heritage trail. River walk available The red trail touch the top of the waterfall. Enjoy

Incredible place, so many beautiful spots and angles for photos. Do pack some good waterproof shoes if visiting. The routes are really well organised and marked and the park owners/staff were very welcoming and helpful. A unique example of Ireland's spirit!

We discovered this beautiful park almost by accident as we found ourselves with a half day in the are we were not expecting. We were delighted to discover that our dog was welcome. The road in is exhilarating and a really fun drive. Sheila is fantastic and although we arrived at 4.30, we were assured that there was no problem setting off at that time. We didn't really have any proper walking gear with us so she recommended we do the Heritage trail which takes about an hour. We took a bit longer as we loitered at the punch bowl lake and the beautifully evocative famine cottage . I would 100% recommend a half day or full day here if you have the time. Bring a picnic! €7 entry is a bargain! Thanks Sheila and family

Fabulous views. The red trail is a good hike … recommend starting from the waterfall as that’s the hardest part done first and then you can really enjoy the views on the way down. The yellow route has the steeper part done by the time you get to the divergence of the route into left for Red & right for yellow (waterfall start). There’s still climbing/scrambling over rocks and inclines but wow, the views. You definitely need boots for the yellow and would recommend for red too as rocky and mucky in parts. Both trails are easy to follow. You’ll feel tired & elated at the end!

Amazing place, such beautiful scenery and warm welcome from the couple & their 2 girls , not to mention Johnny the black sheep!! We did the red & purple trail over the top of the waterfall, took just over 2 hours at a leisurely pace. Easy location to get to, plenty of parking, trails very well marked. Remember to bring cash as no wifi in this scenic area. We will be back to do the yellow trail soon. Definitely one for the bucket list when you’re in south Kerry.

If you are looking for the secret garden vibe this is it. The grounds are spectacular and will take you for a beautiful stroll into the woods with incredible views of flowers and waterfalls that will keep you intrigued. If you get a chance read the history on the grounds. It's quite interesting. Private beach is included. The staff is warm and inviting. We did have dinner and the food was delicious at very reasonable price. It is all Thai food so keep that in mind if it's not on your pallet of things you enjoy. The room we had was lovely at a cursory glance, however it is incredibly dated and needs serious attention. It did have a wonderful country English vibe to the decor and I wouldn't change that. The mold in the room and bathroom was awful though and I'm pretty sure it is black mold. We stayed two nights and left with bites all over our legs and we aren't sure from what but definitely not mosquitoes or midgies. I feel this place could absolutely be the most incredible stay in all of Ireland with some love, upgrades and mold remediation.

We only visited the garden but had an amazing day. The waterfall was the highlight and the kids loved the rope bridge. The little cafe at the beginning is a gem of a place with a great view down to the sea. We could have spent all day here.

We didn’t stay here, we were here to visit the gardens. I was most disappointed. I felt they had been greatly neglected. You could see how beautiful it once was and could be again with lots of love and attention. A lot of the wooden structures were broken, covered by over grown foliage or rotten. Some of the paths needed to be cleared and plants cut back to encourage new life. Hopefully with more investment and TLC, it could be once again be spectacular.

We recently stayed one night at Kells Bay House and Gardens. First, I want to say that the location, the gardens, and the view from the room are all spectacular. However, I must say, that all those visual delights were minimized by the service, food and condition of our room. First, when we arrived there, there was a gate that prevented us from entering the parking area. There had been no instructions, prior to our arrival, regarding the code to open the gate. I had to call the front desk to ask for the code. The first time, no one answered. After trying a second time, 5 minutes later, the reception person answered and provided the code and we were then able to enter. The receptionist was kind enough to provide directions to the gardens and the beach and direct us to our room. We never saw her or any hotel staff around again, even when we left the next day. We gave our key to the kitchen server and that was that. First thing we noticed in our room was an old huge stain on the carpet. The second problem with the room was the bathtub. Nothing but rusty and black bits came out of the bathtub and it never cleared up. When we went to eat at the Thai restaurant within the hotel, we heard nothing but loud conversations that sounded like arguing coming from the kitchen staff that lasted from the time we arrived to eat until about the time our meal was served. The same loud talking/arguing occurred the following morning. The same server who was talking loud was very kind to us when she served the food. Finally, the dinner and breakfast were mediocre, at best.

Beautiful gardens that feature different trails, a rope bridge Skywalk, dinosaurs and a very jurassic park feel with the many different kinds of trees and plants. The restaurant was also incredible. The service for our party of 12 was awesome, very quick and the food was very delicious

I had visited the gardens here in 2013 and had fond memories of it. I returned last week with my friend and our children on the way home from camping. The gardens felt very neglected in areas particularly the ladies walled garden and the waterfall walk which were extremely overgrown. I would love to have seen more of an effort to return to a more native planting scheme also. Overall the children had fun looking for the dinosaur wood carvings but I don't think I would bother returning here again. Pity.

I recently visited and want to share my experience, especially for others with mobility issues or disabilities. Before purchasing tickets (nearly €10 per person), I explicitly asked at the ticket counter whether there were many stairs or steep inclines, disclosing my disability. I was told quite directly that there weren’t any significant challenges. Unfortunately, this was not the case. There are many steps and steep inclines. I was not able to visit most of the gardens. After entering, it quickly became clear that the gardens are not easily accessible for people with mobility impairments. There are steep hills both to access the ticket desk and within the gardens themselves. Certain paths and areas also have very rough surfaces (loose stones or gravel), which are manageable only for some wheelchair users and can require substantial assistance to navigate. Despite being told otherwise, I was unable to spend more than 20 minutes in the gardens due to the overwhelming terrain. While the gardens do have some accessible areas and amenities, such as a disabled parking bay (which is not well signposted and is itself up a steep hill behind a gated area with no clear way to get in or signage) and an accessible toilet, these also come with their own problems. For example, there was a step to access the accessible toilet—not all wheelchair users or those with limited mobility will be able to manage this. The website says "selected areas" are accessible, but this does not reflect the experience for many disabled visitors. Additionally, there are no concession or discounted tickets available for guests with disabilities, which is standard practice at many other Irish attractions and especially surprising given the limited accessibility. In summary: If you have mobility challenges or need to avoid stairs and uneven terrain, I would not recommend visiting Kells Bay Gardens. The site is not accessible, and the information provided at the ticket desk was misleading if not out right wrong. If you decide to go and require accessibility, it may help to call ahead for guidance, but be prepared for serious challenges if stairs and steep slopes are an issue for you

What a beautiful place. Serene, with a great walk along the lake. Loved it.

Wow, what a place! The walks are amazing, and the views are fantastic. There's a gorgeous walk by the lake and up the hill, and the views are just incredible.

Great views, paths around the lake and a few spots to dip your toes.

Beautiful Lough well worth the visit. Water is crystal clear with fantastic views and walks all around.

Very accessible for people with disabilities. Everyone there just swims and have fun so no one cares or looks at you when you're changing. Such a lovely place to swim. There's a ramp like entrance, manly for kayaks but if you have a rollator, you can go right up to the water with it. Salt water! So don't get it in your eyes!

Stunning place . Magnificent walks and great views . There is a beautiful walk along the lough and up the hill where the views are stunning. The summer time it is mad busy and almost impossible to park. There are no public toilets or coffee shops you will have to bring your own 😁

Great workout going up and down the hill. Fabulous views up top. Parking can be a challenge during the summer.

Great for picnics and kicking a ball around with the younger kids. Climbing wall and observation tower were closed. Nice birdlife.

Excellent example of what a community park should be. Something for everyone and age. Peaceful walking trails around pond and wetlands, quiet and natural. Playground for toddlers, climbing tower, eco day camps for kids. Tower with elevator and stairs gives you an amazing view of the area. Cafe with lunch, drinks and treats.

Love going here for a nice stroll and for a morning coffee, just a nice relaxing place and not too busy.

I enjoy coming here as an adult, getting a coffee and be immersed in nature, looking at the swans or just reading a book. Sometimes, it’s very noisy if there’s a child’s party going on… but apart from that, lovely coffee and treats, staff are good too and clean bathrooms. Accessibility is good to, there is a ramp and all

My family and I had a wonderful time at the Tralee Bay wetlands. My five year old loved the Zorbing, my 2 year old loved the toddler playground and walking around the lakes, and we all loved the Eco tour boat experience, it was relaxing - we were delighted to see baby ducks and the view from the tower was spectacular. A notable mention and big thanks to Jodie on reception, and the cafe staff; they supported, cared and went above and beyond when we had a scare with our little one.

Lovely spot. We attended the Halloween Activities in October 23 & were here again for Easter 24. The facilities are lovely. Staff are so friendly, informative and helpful. Very positive and chatty too. We will be back - thank you.

Fantastic world class facility! Beautiful views, excellent educational tools and wonderful sustainability programs. Thank you Kieran and team for looking after us. Congrats for putting Tralee firmly on map as a stay destination in its own right with lots to do and see.

Map of the place isn't to scale at all, student prices listed but cant buy them, cafe is no longer open, walking through what looks to be some random house at one point that isnt listed on the map, the pond is dirty, pathways unkempt almost missed some cause they were covered up with overhanging branches, the viewpoints are really pretty, flowers are nice at the pergola and easy parking

•The gardens are nice, but you can tell they're not maintained. It's not worth your money. •The toilets are awful. There's a light fixture yet no switch was found, the door was wedged open with a brick, there were webs and spiders on the ceiling along with bugs near the toilet and as I left I found what looked like coal on my head! The window above the disabled toilets had been smashed and also had no light. The toilets also use TOWELS. Towels that many people will have used. The cafe was also closed and looking at other reviews, probably hasn't been open for a while. You also have to pay at an honesty box with cash unless the lady comes up to you with a card machine. (If she ever shows up). An honesty box isn't the best idea as it's easy for people to just steal your money. This place has so much potential. Please find some janitors and gardeners to maintain this place.

Beautiful landscaped garden. Family owned. Highly recommend a visit for forest bathing, relaxing walk, quality time in nature.

Perhaps the end of April was not the best time to visit this place. I would have liked the park to be better maintained. Especially liked the view of the coast

I'm not sure the entrance fee is actually worth it. However it is very beautiful. Especially the walk along the riverside with wonderful views of glengarriff. I feel they should label clearly the pathways that lead to private property so you don't accidentally wander somewhere you shouldn't. I wish there was a little cafe here. There is toilet facilities.

This rating is not for the park itself, but for the maintenance. This park is one of the most amazing, most charming and most underrated parks I have ever seen, with a vast amount of possibilities. Unfortunately it is not very well maintained. I am heartbroken to see a park with this much potential in this bad shape. It is full of beautiful plants, shady trails, beautiful coast view, gorgeous lookouts and has everything a number one park should have. Please take better care of this little gem! It deserves a lot more attention, care and love. Also the honesty box doesn't quite work. When we entered, we put our 2x5 euros in the box, next to the other 10+5 euros. Other than us, another 6 person adult group and another couple entered - at least we only saw them around. On the way out I have added one more fiver to the box and sadly saw that there was one tenner less in the box than before. This system should be one way, meaning the box should be safely located inside the building, with one opening to the outside and so if someone drops the money in, it cannot be taken out by others. This is very sad. This beautiful park could easily be much more than this. I am leaving this feedback here for others and for the owners in a good faith, to help this park take its rightful place amongst the other wonders of the world. Thank you! <3

We spent nearly whole Saturday afternoon there. It is really gorgeous and easy to let you get the peace. It is worthy to pay the visit.

As much as you wish to spend more time, there is always only so much time that you can spend visiting a space. And I could have spent more time reading all the information panels in the House and the whole day in the garden.

Beautiful place to go walking. We didn’t have enough time to fully explore the museum inside, but the gardens were lovely.

Beautiful grounds and Information.Staff is lovely. I thought it might be more period furnishings and such but it was mostly reading boards. They were very informative but just different than I imagined.

Friendly, informative and helpful staff. Great space for temporary exhibitions. Lots of information about National Park - perhaps a bit too much. House has an interesting history. Gardens pretty and nicely laid out - contrasting with the distant hills.

This museum is a must-see while visiting Killarney National Park! The entry is free and you will learn sooooo much! I absolutely loved my visit here. I actually visited twice during my trip to Killarney, because I wanted to have the time to read and see everything. The exhibitions are very immersive, with sounds, fantastic visuals and fun activities.

Such a great place to visit and discover lots about the area. Large grounds with benches for sitting, right on the edge of the town centre. Fantastic museum and interactive displays, well worth a visit. And it's all free!

A natural history guide/museum for the entire region. This is a well-presented and quite detailed explanation of the topography, flora, fauna, and natural-resource-based industries of County Kerry. The presentation media include very appealing videos, plus photographs, maps, and timeline charts. This is a Must for a visit to Killarney, and it’s free. These photos are from one of the museum’s slideshows.

It's not a big museum, but very good to have a bit of exposure to Cork's history. Free entrance. Great for families as it is in the middle of a park

Great place to visit. Lots to see and read. Well worth it. Staff are fab,especially Jessica.

Really really great exhibits. The staff were so friendly, going out of their way to help me multiple times. There were activity sheets for children and lots of interesting information for adults

Wide range of really interesting exhibits about Cork City. Fine sections on Rory Gallagher, war of Independence, the international exhibition and lots of other displays across arts, history, commerce. Numerous artefacts. Good display on Traveller culture.

Free admission, it's worth having a look if your near there.

Lovely wee museum, cute little museum cat. Lady at reception (30th October 25 pm) was fantastic. Gave us information on the museum, suggestions on other local attractions, very informative and generally lovely!

Definitely worth a visit. A small museum with lots of very interesting items on display. Thoroughly enjoyed my visit!

Fantastic trip and everyone working there was fantastic and very helpful. From Cork and have lived here all my life and never had been here before. I really enjoyed it and it was a nice way to pass some time. Also only €5 to get in!

Amazing machinery and great of engineering. Lovely staff. But the museum and presentation was dated and boring. There is so much scope to make this engaging and it was not.

Interesting history on the water and its source right across the street, Lee River. Shows how technology and innovation has progressed! Doesn’t take much time and very inexpensive.

A great place to visit with kids as it is quite the learning experience. I was unaware of it before today but yes well worth visiting!

Nice little practical exhibition with good info and walking guide and free parking on site + entry for 5 euro. You'd cover it in an hour or less.

This local attraction is another great place that you can visit in Cork. It's not too far from the city center and if you're walking there the walk is beautiful. The waterworks itself is interesting and a great place to visit and learn about local history and how people used to live in the past. Would definitely recommend if you're in Cork City.

Was very quiet when we arrived. The staff were very friendly. The manager gave a great history talk about the place Nd started the kids on the tour. They really enjoyed it. They had a questionnaire to fill out so they had to do the whole experience. They wanted to go back the next day for the Easter egg hunt, which we did. It was packed and they had great fun.

Just back from a wonderful weekend workshop. Anne is a wonderfully patient teacher and such a kind soul. We learn so much. Laughter and exchanged story’s and music suggestions.. I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone considering a pottery class.. can’t believe we learned so much in such a short time. Wonderful experience, fabulous teacher..

We did the 1/2 day pottery class an had a fabulous time with Anne our instructor. She’s friendly, informative and most importantly patient! We thoroughly enjoyed our day and would do it again on another trip from the states!

I recently took part in the two-day stained glass workshop at Kinsale Pottery, and it was my very first time working with glass. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but with the clear step-by-step guidance and lots of encouragement, I ended up creating a piece that I’m genuinely proud of. The atmosphere there is truly inspiring — relaxed yet full of creative energy. Everyone was so warm and welcoming that it immediately felt like a safe space to experiment, make mistakes, and learn. What I loved most was how the workshop wasn’t just about learning a new craft, but also about taking time to recharge, connect with others, and enjoy the simple joy of making something with your hands. By the end of the two days, I had not only a beautiful stained glass piece to take home, but also new skills, new friends, and a head full of ideas for future projects. I’d wholeheartedly recommend Kinsale Pottery to anyone curious about glass, or just looking for an inspiring and uplifting creative experience.

My partner and I completed a 10 week in Autumn on pottery and thoroughly enjoyed it. So much so that we decided to return for the Spring term. The instructor Anne is very attentive and helful and the owner Adrian is very personable and helpful. It has been a great experience to work with clay and lean the various techniques to shape and mould the clay to glazing and seeing the finished article. Working with clay has really been enjoyable to when you have learned some of the basics from the course! We made some artistic pieces such as a coiled hand sculpture as well as functional pieces such as slab made boxes and mugs that we turned on the wheel! The studio is located in the beautiful countryside just outsode Kinsale town and there really is a relaxed atmosphere from the moment you get there. Highly recommend checking out the courses and attending as its been a wonderful experience! I've added some pictures of a slab built mug that I am making! They really show you all the steps and tools to making anything thing with clay!

Thank you so much for showing us around your gallery today. We spotted your pottery in Friar’s Lodge during breakfast. Your plates and jam holders are lovely. 🥰

Had a fantastic Sunday workshop along with my daughter. Anne was a wonderful instructor & the day flew by with loads of different activities. We would love more time on the wheel but were delighted with all the end results. Would definitely recommend as both a great experience & a great setting.

A group of 5 of us took the day course yesterday and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! We were expertly guided through 4 different projects and I cannot wait to see how our pieces turned out when we pick them up in a couple of weeks. We made a plaque, had a go at throwing (working on the wheel), sgraffito on a premade piece and a 3D piece to finish off the day. Would highly recommend the day and would happily do it again!

Nice stroll through the Castle grounds, beautiful area.

Beautiful place to visit there's an amazing playground it's huge and a coffee trailer at the playground carpark the castle itself is fab to look at and see and the ground all around it there's also a fab walk way great way to spend a day plenty of benches on the walk and would be wheel chair compliant too lovely smooth paths all around the walk way shown in photos

Nice little park for family. They have a big and nice playground for kids not only for small kids. You can also see unusual albino deer and loads of them. They're also renovating the castle and building, i don't know what it would be for. I am hoping they'll turn it into a museum 😉

Love this little gem. We didn't know about it, but drove by and stopped. Amazing playground for kids.

33 acres of Garden & woodlands with a 16 century Castle at the entrance. Very nice river walk along with other trails to explore....

Nice place to visit and spend some time. Large spaces to walk, nice little castle and ruins.... However the grass is not well maintained in certain areas, no public toilets, Parking can be an issue too.

Very nice to walk around see the castle, white deers and park.

Nice spot to do a peaceful afternoon walk. A lot of things to see here.

Beautiful walk by the river Lee and some cornfields! The peaceful walk is joined by sounds of nature, sights of swans and ducks, and some epic Victorian Renaissance architecture on the other side for your viewing pleasure.

Tranquil place, good for running and walking with your beloved

On a bright sunny summer day - ideal place to stroll by the river, listen to the quiet and enjoy life

Lovely walk in Lee Fields today in sunny if cold. Not to crowded! The swans and ducks were wonderful!

Lovely long walk overlooking the River Lee, ideal for dog walking. Small busy car park. Caution is needed on some of this walkway as it is not split between walkers and cyclists. Important to be aware of the possibility of cyclists approaching from behind, some of these pass walkers at speed.

Really lovely stroll, not many places in the city to breath fresh air and left relatively untouched (no café, public toilets here but a garage with both is nearby). Mostly a place for locals to exercise and walk the dog. Although easily accessible via bus, I wouldn't particularly recommend to a visitor on busy schedule. Also, if it's rained that day there is a good chance it will be under water as it sits on a floodplain.

Lakemount Garden extends to two acres. This is a beautiful mature garden with references to it, I understand, dating back 100 years, at which time it was primarily dedicated to fruit trees and chickens. However, around the early 1950s, it was reimagined by the owners at the time, who developed the present layout. It was open to the public for many years and recognised as one of the best examples in the country of its style - multiple gardens full of interest and variation within the garden. However, circumstances change with time and the place was put up for sale. It was bought by its current owners about six years ago, a main attraction being its garden. It is being restored to its former glory, and that includes space for the fruit trees and chickens. The lady of the house was our guide on the day. She is the avid gardener, and despite all the questions thrown at her, over an hour and half, by our pretty clued-in bunch, her knowledge never failed but to impress. We all thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and in the process, in our little way, we contributed to the restoration of an important local attraction for garden enthusiast and visitor alike. It is a special place, and it was indeed a privilege to visit. We would recommend it to other groups planning an interesting day out.

Such a lovely private garden.

Fabulous place

Beautiful flowers and adorable turtle pond!

Nice gardens

(Translated by Google) Magnificent private garden! I recommend Airbnb to make the most of it. (Original) Magnifique jardin privé ! Je recommande le airbnb pour en profiter comme il se doit.

One of the best places to hang out in cork. My best view so far

Beautiful to see the city especially when the weather plays ball!

One of the best places to visit in Cork if your plan is to relax and chill. A big open space (grass) in one of the most famous hills around the city in which you will be able to enjoy an amazing view of the town. You'll love this place when it's sunny. Highly recommended if you like photography.

Well worth the climb! At the top of St. Patrick’s hill, you get a great view of North Cork city, the Blackpool area with all its wee colourful quirky houses and the magnificent Shandon bells towering proudly over the north. You can’t also see St Fin Barre’s in the distance. If you get to see Shandon tower, look out for the different times in the clock, can you guess which one is telling the truth!

Cute spot for a picnic with a good view!

Nice place with nice views of the city. You need to come here if you're in cork city center .

Amazing place to relax on a nice sunny day. Great view and if you love photography it's definitely worth visiting. A long walk from City centre. To avoid climbing on steep road can go via Heineken beer factory.