Visiting Cork in Ireland

For any visitor that comes to Ireland, Cork should always be on ones travel iterniary as a place to visit. Being Irelands largest county, Cork is located in the South West of Ireland and offers many different attractions for visitors of all ages. If you are keen on Irish history then Cork has many historic sites to visit and to learn of times that have past. Such historic places include the Blarney Castle, where you can kiss the Blarney Stone for Good Luck but other places include the stone circles of Bohonagh, the famous Abbeystrewery and the tombs of Labbacalle.

In 2005 Cork was awarded the European captial of Culture which comes as no surprise for those who have experienced the culture of Cork first hand and seen that Music, Dance, theatre and film play a huge role within the city of Cork. You can be sure when visiting the city of Cork there are always things to do and see, whatever your interests are and there is no better way to getting around than using a car rental.

If you are someone who loves sports then you will not be disappointed when seeing sporting games being played in the area. Cork have some very strong GAA teams and have won many trophies over the years but the area of Cork also takes pride with some of the greatest golfing greens in Ireland and the best Salmon and trout fishing to be found in the area.

The best way of site seeing in Cork would be to hire a car either in the City Centre or Cork Airport, giving you more options of places to visit in such a wonderful county.