Shandon Travel Guide
Cork
Popular places to visit
St. Anne's Shandon Church
Ring a set of famous bells, admire beautiful stained-glass windows and enjoy panoramic views of Cork at this striking 18th-century church.
Murphy's Brewery
You can browse the exhibits at Murphy's Brewery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cork. Discover the lively bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Bells of Shandon
Learn about the local history of Cork when you spend time at Bells of Shandon. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Butter Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Butter Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Firkin Crane
Enjoy a performance at Firkin Crane, a popular theatre in Cork. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Cork Arts Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Cork Arts Theatre, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Cork: City Gaol Tour with Audio Guide
Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre , Great Stories of Emigration.
Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Cork: Guided Historical Walking Tour
Top hotels in Shandon
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Breakfast was very good with a great choice. Had dinner at the hotel but food not as expected after reading reviews.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Dean Cork
Very nice hotel. Clean rooms
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Moxy Cork
The noise was too much, so I requested a room change. However, I was informed that no rooms were available. I had an issue with my keycard even after being informed that I had to reserve a room.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Imperial Hotel
Comfortable beds and nice bathroom. Hotel is beautiful and is in a good location, close to shops/restaurants and pubs.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Fantastic location, beautiful hotel, no complaints 😊
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Premier Inn Cork City Centre
The rooms were clean & comfortable , the hotel itself was tidy. It’s not a fancy hotel but it had everything we needed. The breakfast had a great selection and was delicious too.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shandon
Huguenot Quarter
While visiting Huguenot Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like St. Patrick's Street and Paul Street.
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.
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.
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.
Wilton
When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Cork County Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
