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 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.
Cork Opera House
Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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
Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour
Visit 16 Sites Key Historical Sites And Experience Cobh Rebel Tours
Top hotels in Blackrock
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Not often I leave a review, but this place is great, very cool and cosy just in the centre of the city. Got a road room but even so it was very silent! Gound my preferred hotel in cork!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Staff were great! Room was clean, the sink did have a big crack in it which made me slightly nervous but didn’t appear to leak. Our guest information did mention that there was a safe, though I couldn’t find this. The restaurant didn’t appear to be open in the evenings, but we tried the breakfast ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Imperial Hotel
I loved our stay at the Imperial! I will definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Moxy Cork
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Dean Cork
Room was great, staff were very friendly and helpful. Loved the tone throughout the hotel, would happily stay again or recommend to friend.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Rochestown Park Hotel
I enjoyed my stay at Rochestown Hotel very much. Staff were friendly and professional and I felt comfortable during my stay. Food, service, and hospitality was excellent. I would highly recommend Rochestown Hotel to someone staying in Cork.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
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 Cork Opera House and English Market 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.
