Cork overview

Ireland’s third largest city sits on the southern Irish coast and is the most popular place to visit in the Emerald Isle, after Dublin. The big draw is nearby Blarney Castle, where visitors get to bend over backwards and plant their lips on the Blarney Stone, while Cork folks’ indelible focus on craic (having fun and pleasure) in its vast array of watering holes is legendary. Despite its relative size, Cork has its roots firmly on rural life and is especially known for its fishing prowess. You can also easily get about the town on foot by squeezing through its narrow alleys and tight buildings and the city boasts an international airport and frequent rail connections from all over the south.