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.
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 lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Shandon
Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork
Great stay, great view from room over beautiful Cork, most importantly great bar & can poor a Guinness
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The Dean Cork
Amazing hotel but parking is a disaster
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Imperial Hotel
The stay was nice overall. We enjoyed the parking, and the location was nice. The rooms were a little tight because my mom was in a wheelchair. The hallways weren’t suited for a wheelchair either. The front desk lady was super friendly, and so were the breakfast buffet workers.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Convenience to downtown attractions, restaurants and pubs
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Great apartment
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The River Lee Hotel
Super hotel, excellent quality throughput and attentive staff.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
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.
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 Paul Street 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 Butter Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wilton
When in Wilton, you can plan a visit to Musgrave Park and Turners Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Shandon Travel Guide
Hotels Near Shandon, Cork
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