Travel in Cork

Cork is the largest of all the Irish counties, and in many ways the most varied. Rich farmlands and river valleys contrast with the wild sandstone hills of the west. The county's magnificent coastline has been shaped by the unforgiving Atlantic into great bays and secret coves, spectacular rocky headlands and long soft golden strands.

Cork city takes its name from the marshy land on the banks of the River Lee - the Irish form of its name means marsh - on which St. Finbarr founded a monastery around AD 650. The city's narrow alleys, waterways and Georgian architecture give it a distinctly Continental feel. Since the 19th century, when Cork was a base for the National Fenian movement, the city has had a reputation for political rebelliousness. Today, this mood is reflected in the city's attitude to the arts and its bohemian spirit, which is very much in evidence at the lively annual jazz festival in October

Travel in Cork Attractions

GeoPassage tours offers multitudes of travel opportunities, Cork is just one of the many cities we offer day tours and individual attractions to, be sure to check out our entire catalog.