10 Things to do Good for Couples in County Cork That You Shouldn't Miss

October 7, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Discover the best top things to do in County Cork, Ireland including Barleycove Beach, The Donkey Sanctuary, Sheep's Head Peninsula, Blacks Brewery, Kinsale Mead Co, Blarney Castle & Gardens, Cork City Gaol, The English Market, University College Cork (UCC), Bantry House & Garden.
Restaurants in County Cork

1. Barleycove Beach

Schull Ireland
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5.0 based on 218 reviews

Barleycove Beach

Reviewed By gloriao796

We spent a very enjoyable afternoon at Barley Cove,the beach is pristine, the waves huge just right for surfing

2. The Donkey Sanctuary

Liscarroll, Mallow Ireland +353 22 48398 [email protected] http://www.thedonkeysanctuary.ie
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5.0 based on 278 reviews

The Donkey Sanctuary

Reviewed By 891heidid

We sponsor a donkey so as we were holidaying in Ireland decided to visit him. The sanctuary is tucked away so we were pleased we had sat nav? Unfortunately when we visited in November the weather was dreadful and we couldn’t walk around the trail as it was closed to prevent damage. However the donkeys were all warm and snug in very deep straw with plenty of food. They were able to walk across the yard and a couple braved the weathe4 to come to the gate. We had a cup of tea and a chat to the lady running the #hop and purchased some beautiful Christmas cards. We will definitely go back when we next visit Ireland @nd hope for better weather!

3. Sheep's Head Peninsula

Bantry Ireland http://www.thesheepsheadway.ie
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5.0 based on 509 reviews

Sheep's Head Peninsula

Reviewed By 223aineb

This was a walkers paradise. It was worth the long drive on the narrow road to the end of the peninsula. Some short walks as well as more challenging for the avid walker.

4. Blacks Brewery

Farm Lane Knocknabohilly, Kinsale P17 XW70 Ireland +353 87 918 0433 [email protected] http://www.blacksbrewery.com/tours
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5.0 based on 110 reviews

Blacks Brewery

Closed for the season. Open again in Spring 2019. Guided brewery tours with tasting samples. Come see a working Irish micro brewery in action. Home of the award winning Kinsale Pale Ale. See map for walking shortcut. Parking available also. Open for tours tasting Tuesday till Sat 1:30 and 3pm tours. May until end of August and just on Saturdays throughout Sept.

5. Kinsale Mead Co

Unit 5, Barrack Lane, Kinsale P17VF97 Ireland +353 21 477 3538 [email protected] http://www.kinsalemeadco.ie/kinsale-meadery-tours/
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5.0 based on 94 reviews

Kinsale Mead Co

Spend an hour on an entertaining, fun experience learning all about Mead, the drink of Celtic Ireland’s Kings & Chieftains. Ideally located in the historic and food-loving haven of Kinsale on the Wild Atlantic Way, Kinsale Mead is Ireland’s first meadery in almost 200 years. Using a blend of ancient recipes and modern techniques, Kate and Denis Dempsey have resurrected a love of Mead through their sustainably made, award-winning meads created at their family run meadery. Highlights of a tour at Kinsale Mead Co. include: • Insights into Kinsale Meads: light and refreshing, fermented off dry (12% ABV wine strength) • Myths & Legends: hear stories of ancient legends and the colourful history of mead in Ireland • Bee Judgments: how Ireland’s Bee Laws protected the bees, taste three unique raw honeys • Process: modern mead making from fermentation, throthrough to maturation and bottling • Tasting: sample award-winning meads and cocktails in the Meadery’s oak bar tasting room

Reviewed By RachelM649 - Dublin, Ireland

We were looking for something to do in Kinsale on our free afternoon and the Tourist Office recommend the Mead Co tour. We really enjoyed the tour and Kate was so informative! We had the chance to try different types of Honey and Mead (all were delicious). If in Kinsale, I would ???? recommend taking the time to visit the Mead Co. In the current environment, everything was really well done in terms of social distancing, hand sanitizers etc..

6. Blarney Castle & Gardens

Monacnapa, Blarney, Cork T23 Y598 Ireland +353 21 438 5252 [email protected] http://www.blarneycastle.ie/
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4.5 based on 7,308 reviews

Blarney Castle & Gardens

Situated 8km from Cork City, this historic castle is most famous for its stone, which has the traditional power of conferring eloquence on all who kiss it. The word Blarney was introduced into the English language by Queen Elizabeth I and is described as pleasant talk, intended to deceive without offending. The stone is set in the wall below the battlements, and to kiss it one has to lean backwards (grasping an iron railing) from the parapet walk. LAST ADMISSION IS 60 MINS BEFORE CLOSING TIME/Dogs Not Permitted/Drone Photography Prohibited

Reviewed By rulesnations - Tuscaloosa, United States

Our family had a great trip to Blarney, perfect weather and beautiful grounds are beyond what I expected. I imagine the busy travel season might be tougher on kissing the stone but we only waited 20-30 mins and the walk up is interesting as you read each plaque. The Stone was fine but I never expected the amount of other opportunities to be so good. Kids absolutely loved it, would highly recommend a full day there.

7. Cork City Gaol

Convent Avenue Sunday's Well, Cork T23 VX25 Ireland +353 21 430 5022 [email protected] http://corkcitygaol.com
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4.5 based on 1,784 reviews

Cork City Gaol

Corks Most Captivating Experience:A step back in time to see what 19th/early 20th century life was like-inside and outside prison walls. Historical experience brought to life with amazingly lifelike figures, furnished cells, sound effects & fascinating exhibitions. This exhibition fascinates visitors of all ages and nationalities and the tour is available in up to 13 languages.

Reviewed By 203sylvanah - Ireland, null

Brilliant activity to do, cool to see the history of the place, very interesting place to see. You are given headphones on this tour so you can take your time looking around pause and play again when ready.

8. The English Market

41 Princes Street, Cork T12 RW26 Ireland +353 21 492 4258 http://www.englishmarket.ie/
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4.5 based on 3,016 reviews

The English Market

Reviewed By 602ruairim - Cork, Ireland

The Old English Market is well worth a visit with a huge variety of stalls / stores from the good auld Irish Breakie to the more discerning flavors, for coffee lovers and foodies alike and for the ever changing tastes of Cork. Take a wander down the many isles of this fascinating indoor market or have a cuppa and watch the world go by. Come along you wont be disappointed

9. University College Cork (UCC)

University College Cork Western road, Cork T12 HY8E Ireland +353 21 490 1876 [email protected] http://www.ucc.ie
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4.5 based on 938 reviews

University College Cork (UCC)

University College Cork is one of Ireland’s most prestigious universities. It boasts a vibrant, modern campus with a student experience second to none in Ireland. A learning community where the student is at the heart of everything and the special relationship between student and lecturer is primary to our unique ethos. The campus is located a mere ten minutes walk from the heart of Cork city, a former European Capital of Culture. Cork is listed as a top ten location in the Lonely Planet guide which states it “has always had an unshakeable self-confidence and innate sense of pride”, a description which is equally applicable to the University itself

Reviewed By L7349ADroberto - Green Bay, United States

For the past five years, I've lead a study abroad program in Ireland that involved living and studying at UCC for a week. The summer accommodations on campus are open to the public and are an easy walk to downtown. The Student Center is open Mondays thru Fridays during the summer offering an affordable and pleasant place for breakfast and lunch. We always start our week by taking the campus walking tour provides a good overview of the college and its unique history.

10. Bantry House & Garden

Bantry Ireland +353 27 50047 [email protected] http://bantryhouse.com
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4.5 based on 697 reviews

Bantry House & Garden

Bantry House and Garden is a stately home in southwest Ireland situated right on Bantry Bay with panoramic views of the bay and the caha mountains. The estate is owned by Egerton and Brigitte Shelswell-White and is managed by their daughter Sophie and her partner Josh. It has been in the family since the 1700s. The house contains original furniture and objects d'art. The garden is laid out over 7 terraces with a fountain, large wisteria circle and 100 steps leading up to the woodland. The house, garden and tearoom is open to the public daily from easter to october. The estate hosts weddings, music festivals and fairs. We have a separate review page for our B&B accommodation.

Reviewed By OttawaTrekker

We spent a couple of hours touring the gardens and the public rooms inside the house. My partner and I are both decoration and history buffs, so we took our time discovering the lovely interiors and really enjoyed ourselves. Outside, the views from the main terrasse overlooking the bay are fantastic and climbing all the way to the top is worth the exercise. The gardens and the grounds are quite pretty and a lot of fun to explore. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable visit.

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