Located on the easterly end of Cork, Youghal is one of the beautiful towns that form the majestic Ireland Ancient East. Tourist and visitors usually go here for the coast and also to explore the cultural heritage of its port and medieval past. Anyone travelling from Cobh would appreciate how these two towns are different…
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Christmas Vibe on Cobh Town Centre
Christmas vibes has arrived in the streets of Cobh! This lovely seatown in the south end of Ireland is sure to charm its way into your heart this winter. The Cobh Town Centre at night is a dazzling display of christmas lights and decors and it is highlighted by the tall and litted christmas tree…
The 2021 Tidiest Large Town in Ireland
The title may seem catchy but Cobh is indeed the Cleanest Large Town in Ireland in the recent 2021 National Tidy Town Awards. 847 small and big town entries from across Ireland fielded their interests this year for the coveted awards. The whole process from selection to the presentation of this year’s awards was a…
Belvelly Castle: The Guardian of the Bridge to Cobh
A dreamy castle at the edge of Cork Harbour waterway, Belvelly castle is a towering welcoming structure to those entering the Great Island of Cobh. Driving or walking from Fota island, there is a stone road bridge aptly named Belvelly bridge that connects the two islands. There is a lot to be said about the…
Fota Wildlife Park: Family and Animals on their Happy Place
One of Cork’s best attractions and Ireland’s top places to visit, Fota Wildlife Park is a must-visit for a day of family fun and activity. Located just outside the Great Island of Cobh, Fota Wildlife Park and Fota House and Gardens is at the foot of the stone road bridge and a close neighbour of…
Cobh on a Foggy Morning
Photo Series #1 Dreamy or not, autumn mornings in Cobh is an experience for the senses. It’s a time when the heavy tourist traffic is almost wound down and although you can still see some out-of-towners here and there, it’s a regenerative time for the town and the locals. Some of the famous Cobh attractions…
From Cobh to Cork City by Train: a Half Day Guide for Cruise Passengers
Cruise tourism in Cobh is scheduled to open in the summer of 2022. Before the pandemic, cruise tourist gets treated on their day embarkation visit to all the wonderful things to do in Cobh Ireland, As early as March 2022, the Cobh harbour could be welcoming cruise passengers on their shores again. The past two…
A Local Guide for 2 Amazing Days in Cobh
For a small town like Cobh, two days or a weekend should be long and meaningful enough to experience the many attractions it has to offer. This heritage-rich town is also a perfect getaway to be on a seaside destination. The Cork Harbour has been bringing trade, commerce and tourism since fishing and commercial vessels…
A Local Guide for a Fun and Productive Day in Cobh Ireland
Are you planning a day trip in Cobh? If you are, then chances are you are browsing through the attractions in Cobh and trying to squeeze everything that can be seen on a day. Yes, there are a lot to see in our beautiful seatown, but you can only do so much in a day….
8 Activities for a Wonderful Summer in Cobh
Summer in Cobh is always an exciting time for locals and visitors. Aside from mostly dry weather and mild temperature, the town has fun activities that will get anyone on the summer mood. It’s no wonder summer is the busiest time in town for tourists. Before Covid and all the tourism regulations that go with…