Blackrock Travel Guide
Cork
Visit Blackrock
Popular places to visit
Blackrock Castle
Find out about the history of Cork with a stop at Blackrock Castle. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.
University College Cork
Explore the campus of University College Cork during your visit to Cork. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
English Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at English Market during your trip to Cork. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Cork Opera House
Get tickets for a show at Cork Opera House, a popular theatre in Cork. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Cork City Gaol
You can study the exhibits at Cork City Gaol, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cork. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.
St. Patrick's Bridge
Find out about the history of Cork with a stop at St. Patrick's Bridge. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Blackrock
Imperial Hotel
We loved the friendly staff
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Dean Cork
Didn’t have breakfast. Yes shops nearby.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City
Spacious room and the location is ideal for shopping and nightlife.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The River Lee Hotel
Friendly staff, great pool and gym, nice short stroll to city centre and great food in restaurant. Have stayed before and would certainly stay again
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Isaacs Hotel Cork City
Beautiful chic hotel with fantastic staff and location.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Cork City
Room was spotless and staff friendly and professional
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
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 St. Patrick's Street and Cork Opera House 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.
