Blackrock Travel Guide
Cork
Visit Blackrock
Popular places to visit
Blackrock Castle
Throughout Ireland you can see impressive sites where the ancient and the modern go hand in hand. Nowhere is this combination more striking than at Blackrock Castle, home to Ireland’s first interactive astronomy centre.
University College Cork
Situated by the banks of the River Lee, University College Cork is a gorgeous, ornate gothic structure with a rich reputation for academic excellence.
English Market
Shop for fresh produce from around the world and sample traditional Cork dishes at this historic food market inside a grand Victorian building.
Cork Opera House
Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Cork City Gaol
Experience the harshness of Irish penal life in the 19th century as you wander amid the cells of this architecturally impressive former prison.
St. Patrick's Bridge
Take in views of the River Lee from this 18th-century bridge and wander through Cork’s city center via one of the city’s most historic streets.
Things to do
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre , Great Stories of Emigration.
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Visit 16 Sites Key Historical Sites And Experience Cobh Rebel Tours
From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip
Top hotels in Blackrock
Imperial Hotel
Everything about this hotel is lovely - would stay again and highly recommend.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Dean Cork
Didn’t have breakfast. Yes shops nearby.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Rochestown Park Hotel
Lovey stay
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Spacious room and the location is ideal for shopping and nightlife.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The River Lee Hotel
Friendly staff, great pool and gym, nice short stroll to city centre and great food in restaurant. Have stayed before and would certainly stay again
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Beautiful chic hotel with fantastic staff and location.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Blackrock
Victorian Quarter
Victorian Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Everyman Palace Theatre and Leisureplex while you're in town.
Cork City Centre
Travellers come to Cork City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. Patrick's Street and Cork Opera House while you're in town.
Huguenot Quarter
While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.
Shandon
Shandon is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bells of Shandon or Murphy's Brewery.
South Parish
If you're spending some time in South Parish, Cork City Hall and Elizabeth Fort are top sights worth seeing.
Fairhill
When in Fairhill, you can plan a visit to Bells of Shandon and Murphy's Brewery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
