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\"Functional\" in terms of that we did\'nt find such nice places to stay the evenings/nights (no area like Temple Bar, too less pubs/clubs/bars). Nevertheless, Cork is a nice place for shopping and a short stay to see the city \"highlights\" and those around it, including...more \"Functional\" in terms of that we did\'nt find such nice places to stay the evenings/nights (no area like Temple Bar, too less pubs/clubs/bars). Nevertheless, Cork is a nice place for shopping and a short stay to see the city \"highlights\" and those around it, including Kinsale and the castles.close

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by AlexInternational – posted on Apr 20, 2008

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Had not been to Cork too many times before but it has everything you need shopping, bars and good restaurants. The weather the weekend we were there could have been better but that's Ireland for you! We were staying in a very central location so it made it very easy to get around. Well worth the...more Had not been to Cork too many times before but it has everything you need shopping, bars and good restaurants. The weather the weekend we were there could have been better but that's Ireland for you! We were staying in a very central location so it made it very easy to get around. Well worth the trip if you are getting away for the weekend.close

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by Cliona – posted on Mar 31, 2008

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Ireland in general I think is way more expensive than it should be. It was a lot cheaper to go to Tescoe and get food there. I would have liked to have seen more but everything was closed for St. Patrick´s day. The shopping was good, there are a lot of cool stores in the city center. The...more Ireland in general I think is way more expensive than it should be. It was a lot cheaper to go to Tescoe and get food there. I would have liked to have seen more but everything was closed for St. Patrick´s day. The shopping was good, there are a lot of cool stores in the city center. The town seemed so small that you can walk everywhere and the airport is only a few minutes outside the city by bus. close

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by blondica05 – posted on Mar 15, 2008

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Has a nice town feel to the place. From the viewpoint of a tourist, its a decent place to relax for a couple of days. Nice colourful buildings along the river Lee as well as a bright but small town centre. Oliver Plunkett St and the English Market definately worth checking out. Not a bad place to...more Has a nice town feel to the place. From the viewpoint of a tourist, its a decent place to relax for a couple of days. Nice colourful buildings along the river Lee as well as a bright but small town centre. Oliver Plunkett St and the English Market definately worth checking out. Not a bad place to live either. Cost of living is relatively cheap but expenses quickly add up as food and entertainment is in the pricey side. Lots of eastern europeans, esp Polish here as well which is surprising as instead of the Irish charm and accent, you often come across the broken english that they speak. But hey, I dont mind the Polish but it takes away the feel of the town to a degree.close

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by ak79 – posted on Mar 10, 2008

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Cork is a lovely city for a short break. The people are friendly, the city center is quite pretty and a lot has been spent recently tarting it all up. The shopping isn't at all bad, although everything is quite expensive - this is Ireland after all. St Patricks Street, Grand Parade and the South...more Cork is a lovely city for a short break. The people are friendly, the city center is quite pretty and a lot has been spent recently tarting it all up. The shopping isn't at all bad, although everything is quite expensive - this is Ireland after all. St Patricks Street, Grand Parade and the South Mall are fine city-center streets, with some lovely buildings that are well worth visiting. Churches abound, the two most famous probably being St Finbarre's Cathedral and the church and its famous bells at Shandon. There is a wonderful covered food market called the English Market that is a must for any visitor. Indeed, food plays a starring role in any trip to Cork – the city is considered by some to be the culinary capital of Ireland and certainly any meals I've had here have tended to be very good and for such a relatively small city there is a wealth of restaurants to choose from. Some nice day trips are possible from Cork too if you use it as a base, examples being Cobh on the one hand and beautiful West Cork on the other.close

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by Donal – posted on Jul 20, 2007

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Cork.. whats there to say? Having lived here all my life. There is the culture, the food, the people, and the city itself. The weather could be the only thing dampening a trip to cork.. even then there is much to see indoors. Corks food industry is hard to be matched... with 100's of...more Cork.. whats there to say? Having lived here all my life. There is the culture, the food, the people, and the city itself. The weather could be the only thing dampening a trip to cork.. even then there is much to see indoors. Corks food industry is hard to be matched... with 100's of restaurants in the city center alone. Food spanning all and ever type of food imaginable. Top Bites: Ill Padrinos, Luigi Malones, Ginos. The nightlife in Cork is vibrant and full of life almost everyday of the week, although busy at the weekend's. With many clubs and pubs and gig venues dotted around the city it's easy to find one right for you. Top Grooves: Red's, The Mardyke Sightseeing is fun even a visit to the famous Blarney stone won't go amiss. Transport isn't the greatest thing in the world so for best value renting a car would prove valuable.close

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by CryingHero – posted on Jul 3, 2007

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I've been to Cork a few times and have to say Cork city is great for a night out. Locals are very proud of their county! more so than any county in Ireland. Very easy city to walk around, good for shopping and plenty of bars and restaurants. I stayed in Sheila's hostel on the northside while...more I've been to Cork a few times and have to say Cork city is great for a night out. Locals are very proud of their county! more so than any county in Ireland. Very easy city to walk around, good for shopping and plenty of bars and restaurants. I stayed in Sheila's hostel on the northside while there, great hostel. I've also been to Youghal which is a seaside town in Cork, lovely area for a few days break.close

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by amy – posted on May 2, 2007

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Don't let the accents put you off when you visit Cork! Some people may be hard to understand at first but you'll soon be endeared to the lovely lilt of the Corkonians! It's smaller than Dublin and easy to get around. Some great places to go out. Try get there in October for the Jazz festival....more Don't let the accents put you off when you visit Cork! Some people may be hard to understand at first but you'll soon be endeared to the lovely lilt of the Corkonians! It's smaller than Dublin and easy to get around. Some great places to go out. Try get there in October for the Jazz festival. It's brilliant, even if you don't like jazz!close

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by grainne – posted on May 2, 2007

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No trip to Ireland is complete without a trip to Cork City, the locals like to call it the 'Real Capital'. Trains every hour from Dublin, you can now descend upon the lilting city in 3 hours. Cork is a vibrant city with culture coming out it's ears! Decifering the local lingo can be a feat in...more No trip to Ireland is complete without a trip to Cork City, the locals like to call it the 'Real Capital'. Trains every hour from Dublin, you can now descend upon the lilting city in 3 hours. Cork is a vibrant city with culture coming out it's ears! Decifering the local lingo can be a feat in itself! Great city for gigs, theatre, street theatre and general sessions. The great thing about Cork every hip bar is within staggering distance, so even if it's pouring down (which it so often is in the Emerald Isle) you can dash between the drops to the next venue! So don't be a 'Langer' mark it down for a visit! An hour from Cork takes you into the west...visit some of the most beautiful seaside towns of Ireland such as Kinsale, Baltimore, Skibbereen to experience the true Irish countryside.....you'll find some of the best Guinness in Ireland!close

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by YvonneF – posted on May 2, 2007

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Cork is very similar to Dublin, just smaller but really nothing is missing. Well, something actually is but that's why I love it. In Cork there's almost no litter, no puke and no piss on the streets. Haven't spotted a single drunk person on any of the weekend days. That's what...more Cork is very similar to Dublin, just smaller but really nothing is missing. Well, something actually is but that's why I love it. In Cork there's almost no litter, no puke and no piss on the streets. Haven't spotted a single drunk person on any of the weekend days. That's what makes Cork a beautiful city for a foreigner like me. Dublin is rotten, ideal for party peaople with nothing else in mind but boozing. Well I think I'll be moving to Cork soon, wait for me!close

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by interlene2326 – posted on Apr 6, 2007

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