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*daily rates in Cork Airport based on a 1 day rental (24hr period) and for guidance purposes only.
The city of Cork is situated on the banks of the River Lee in Southern Ireland. It is the 2nd largest city in Ireland, after Dublin. The city’s name comes from the Irish ‘Corcaigh’ meaning ‘marsh’ on which the city was built.
Cork Airport Mini Guide
About Cork Airport
Cork Airport is 8 km from the city and one of the busiest airports in Ireland. In 2010, almost 2.5 million passengers passed through the terminal. There are flights within Ireland and to the UK and some European flights. Most flights are operated by budget and charter airlines and there are many seasonal routes.
Cork Airport has a new modern terminal building with a selection of shopping and catering outlets such as the Red Bar and Cork Food Market. There is a bank and bureau de change for all your money needs. Vending machines are located throughout the terminal for last minute snacks. There are paid internet access points for you to use and free Wi-Fi if you have a mobile or laptop. An executive lounge is available and there are 2 hotels at the airport, the Cork International Airport Hotel and the Radisson Blu.
About Cork City
Cork is a city of tradition and great food and attracts visitors from all over the world.
To see the best of Cork, take an historic walking tour and discover more about the city’s history. The Elizabeth Fort has good views all over the city and there is a food and crafts festival market, every Sunday. See the 19th century gothic St Finbar’s Cathedral and look out for the golden angel on the tower. Well worth a visit are the Cork City Gaol and the colourful harbour at Cobh, where there is a heritage centre. You could also visit Blackrock Castle and Observatory and take a break and enjoy the lake and wildlife at Lough Park.
The city is famous for its food scene and the best place to shop and try is the Cork English Market, a covered market with a wide selection of produce. There are many fine restaurants in the city and one of the most established for the best in local cuisine is the Ivory Tower Restaurant. After dark, Barrack Street is the place to go for the many bars – the local challenge is to drink a pint at each bar till you get to the end of the street, if you can still walk!
Out of town, visit the pretty seaside town of Kinsale, famous for its food festivals and seafood restaurants. You can also take a walking tour and see Desmond Castle and James Fort. Don’t forget to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone, to receive the gift of eloquence.
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