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Cork

Discover the magic of County Cork where you can dine out on exquisite cuisine, release your adrenaline along its glorious coastline or soak up the rugged beauty of its awe-inspiring landscapes

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Fishing

A true angler’s paradise, the Cork region is ideal whether your line is deep-sea fishing, shore fishing, game fishing or coarse fishing.

Cycling

With spectacular terrain for cycling, West Cork offers awesome landscapes and rugged coastal routes.

Fota Arboretum & Gardens

This beautiful collection of trees and shrubs extends over 11 hectares and contains delightful areas including an ornamental pond, Victorian orangery, fernery and walled pleasure gardens.

Whale Watching

Cork is now regarded as one of the best places for whale watching in Europe. The waters around Cork contain dolphins and porpoises all year round, while the whale watching season runs from June to January.

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Did you know?

The Atlantic waters around Cape Clear Island, County Cork, the most southerly tip of Ireland, is a popular service station not only for seals, but for migrating birds, whales, sharks and dolphins. And you might not know it, but West Cork is now regarded as one of the best places for whale watching in Europe. The best time to go is from September to November.

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