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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable 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.
Cork Arts Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Cork Arts Theatre, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the lively bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Firkin Crane
Enjoy a performance at Firkin Crane, a popular theatre in Cork. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion
From Cork: Full-Day Guided Tour to Dingle Peninsula
Top hotels in Shandon
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Lovely spacious clean room. Spotless bathroom. Great location for eating out in Cork.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Rochestown Park Hotel
Room decor is a bit dated, bathrooms in particular. Breakfast wasn't great really seeing as it's an expensive 4 star hotel.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Dean Cork
Beautiful hotel. Reception and check were lovely. Staff greeted us with a welcome shot and were very friendly. Room is clean and very stylosh. Small, but has everything you need. Had a drink in the bar upstairs. Service was very slow, but otherwise lovely.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Imperial Hotel
Great old historical hotel.and room. Very clean and quiet. Excellent bar. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Offered upgrade to apartment. Nice to have extra space. Along street from hotel itself. Restaurant is run separate from hotel so must be booked separately. Staff very helpful. Particilarly Laura on reception.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Premier Inn Cork City Centre
The website states limited on site for smaller cars, when we arrived we were informed there is zero parking available and were directed to a car park a few blocks away.
Reviewed on 8 May 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 Cork Opera House and English Market 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.
