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…
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…
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….
The pub scene in Cobh has been alive for as long as the town is trading in the sea and it has always been part of life for locals and tourist. Whatever the season, the pub has been a place to dine, drink and socialize and it has always been a welcoming place for anyone….
Cobh is a paradise for budget travelers who just want to soak in a day of sightseeing. The beautiful town has a lot of interesting sites to offer and most of these are in short walkable distance from the town centre. What is remarkable with this guide is that you get to visit these spots…
Perhaps one of the most popular pictures of Cobh is the iconic Deck of Cards houses with the imposing St Colman’s Cathedral in the background. This vista alone has been shot and viewed by Cobh locals and visitors a million times at least. Chances are this is already in your to-do-list on your next visit…
Hidden and perhaps not so hidden gem in Cobh is the Bible Garden. It is located inside the St Benedict’s Priory and is just one of the revered attractions in the beautiful estate. There’s an Adoration Chapel, a Shrine to St Oliver Plunkett and even a cute TeaRoom. Run and maintained by the Benedictine Sisters…
Cobh’s picturesque Deck of Cards is like something from a glorious postcard that you just have to see to appreciate. It has been called and compared to San Francisco’s Painted Ladies and for a good reason. Welcome to 1-23 West View, Kilgarvan, Cobh, Co. Cork. 23 unique row of houses that is truly a Cobh…
Standing tall and majestic atop the streets of Cobh is the magnificent St Colman, the cathedral church of the Diocese of Cloyne. This iconic Gothic Revival building is a must see not just for architecture and engineering buffs and pilgrims but also for a casual tourist. Being a local, I walked around the grounds outside…