Shandon Castle, Cork

#36 among attractions in Cork

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Shandon Castle, originally known as Lord Barry's Castle, was an early medieval castle in the Shandon area of Cork city in Ireland. It was built in the late 12th century by Philip de Barry, close to an earlier ringfort. Located outside the city's gates and defensive walls, the castle was a seat of the Cambro-Norman de Barry family for several centuries. ()

Coordinates: 51°54'46"N, 8°30'33"W

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Shandon Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cork City Gaol, Mardyke, Cork Public Museum, Fitzgerald's Park.

1 miSE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Cork City Gaol, Cork
26 min walk • Cork City Gaol stands as a striking historical monument in the vibrant city of Cork, Ireland. This imposing fortress-like structure, which once functioned as a prison, has been transformed into a museum that presents a captivating window into the past.
1.3 miS
Sport venue, Sport
Mardyke, Cork
33 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cork, Ireland, the Mardyke is a renowned sports venue that has become synonymous with the city's vibrant sporting culture. A hub of athletic activity, this historic facility has been serving the local community and beyond for over a century...
1.3 miSE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Cork Public Museum, Cork
34 min walk • Nestled in the lush expanse of Fitzgerald's Park in the city of Cork, Ireland, Cork Public Museum stands as a bastion of cultural and historical preservation. Established in 1910, this museum is an essential stop for anyone interested in delving into the rich tapestry...
1.4 miSE
Park
Fitzgerald's Park, Cork
35 min walk • Fitzgerald's Park is a verdant oasis nestled in the heart of Cork City, Ireland, offering a serene escape from the urban hustle. This picturesque park, spanning approximately 18 acres along the River Lee, is a delightful blend of manicured lawns, vibrant flowerbeds...
1.2 miS
Bridge
Daly's Bridge, Cork
31 min walk • Daly's Bridge is a pedestrian bridge spanning the River Lee in Cork, Ireland. Known locally as the Shakey Bridge, it joins Sunday's Well on the north side, to Fitzgerald's Park in the Mardyke area on the south.
1.3 miNE
Bridge
Kilnap Viaduct, Cork
34 min walk • The Kilnap Viaduct is an eight-arch railway viaduct located in Cork City, Ireland. Built in 1845, it carried the Great Southern & Western Railway line to Cork over the valley of Glennamought River and Mallow Road. The viaduct is listed as a protected structure by the Cork City Council.
1.4 miSE
Memorial
George Boole, Cork
37 min walk • George Boole was a largely self-taught English mathematician, philosopher, and logician, most of whose short career was spent as the first professor of mathematics at Queen's College, Cork in Ireland.
1.3 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Richard Beamish Cricket Grounds, Cork
33 min walk • Richard Beamish Cricket Grounds are a cricket ground in the Mardyke, Cork, Ireland. The cricket field and facilities are located on the southern bank of the River Lee, and overlooked by University College Cork and St Vincent's Catholic Church.
1 miSE
51°53'59"N • 8°29'56"W
National Radio Museum, Cork
26 min walk • Museum