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Major Visitor Attractions

Fota HOuse & Gardens
 

Fota Island,
Carrigtwohill,
Co Cork

Tel: +353 21 4815543
Web: fotahouse.com
Contact Us: info@fotahouse.com

 

 
   

 
 
Description:    
Fota Island Co Cork – One of Ireland's Hidden Gems Fota House is Ireland’s finest example of regency architecture and is set in superb gardens and a world-renowned arboretum. Reflecting the life-style of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Fota House is a celebration of exquisite craftsmanship and has a particularly well appointed kitchen. Today visitors are welcomed to tour one Ireland’s great houses at their leisure and enjoy authentic country house fare in their traditional tearoom. The house also caters for private and corporate functions and is an attractive venue for concerts, business seminars and conferences.
Opening Details:    
Opening Times Apr. 1 - Sept. 30 10.00 - 17.00 Mon. - Sat., 11.00 - 17.00 Sun. Oct. 1 - Mar. 31 11.00 - 16.00 daily. Opening times are subject to change. Please phone prior to visit for details.
 
         
 
Fota Wildlife Park
 

Fota Island,
Carrigtwohill

Tel: 00353 21 4812678
Fax: 21 4812736
Web: fotawildlife.ie
Contact Us: info@fotawildlife.ie

 

 
   

 
 
Description:    
Located just off the main road to Cobh, 10 km from Cork City, this Park was established in 1983 and has more than 70 species of exotic wildlife in open natural surroundings, with no obvious barriers. Giraffes, zebras, ostrich and antelope roam together in 40 acres of grassland, much as they would in the African Savannah. Monkeys swing through trees on the lakes, and kangaroos, macaws and lemurs have complete freedom of the Park. Facilities at fota Wildlife Park include Playgrounds, Awacachi Tour Train, Picnic & Rest Areas, Serengetti Gift Shop and Oasis Restaurant. Feeding Times: most animals require feeding twice daily you can see our wardens feeding them early morning and late afternoon
Opening Details:    
Fota Wildlife Park will not be open on Christmas Day or St. Stephens Day. Opening hours: Spring/Summer Opening Times (From March 17th to October 29th) Mon to Sat: OPEN 10am LAST ADMISSION 5pm GATES LOCKED 6pm Sun: OPEN 11am LAST ADMISSION 5pm GATES LOCKED 6pm Autumn/Winter Opening Times (From October 30th to March 16th) Mon to Sat: OPEN 10am LAST ADMISSION 3.30pm GATES LOCKED 4.30pm Sun: OPEN 11am LAST ADMISSION 3.30pm GATES LOCKED 4.30pm
Facilities:    
Education programmes include NEW conservation courses. Special Children's events include Easter Bunny Activity Days, Summer Camps, Summer Safari Days, Halloween Activity Days and not forgetting the new Giant Giraffe Slide
Tours:    
Guided tours available for groups, booking essential. Group rates available for parties of 20 or more. The rates are: Full Rate: Adults €11.50 Children Seniors & Students €7.00 Fota Group Rate (2 Adults & 4 Children) €45.00 Group Rate Adults €9.50 Children Seniors & Students €6.00 Tour Train One Way Trip €1.00
Credit Card:    
Credit Cards Accepted
 
         
 
Perks Entertainment Centre
 

Seafield,
Youghal,
East COrk

Tel: +353 024 92438
Fax: 024 93523
Web: perksfunfair.com
Contact Us: perkie@iol.ie

 

 
   

 
 
Description:    
Perks Entertainment Centre has something fun for all the family. Situated in Youghal, East Cork we host a variety of top class activities for all ages in comfortable and spacious surroundings. With over 70,000sq ft of INDOOR entertainment not even the weather can spoil your fun! Some activities include: a Carousel, a Safari Train which will bring you through the jungle to see the lions and tigers, a Ghost Train, twirling and swirling Teacups, Remote Control Trucks and Boats, Kiddie Bumper Boats. Disney animal and novelty Rides, Adventure Play Area with slides, swings, ropes, ball pond and other activities. For the bigger child in all of us there is a Snooker/Pool Hall, a Lazer arena, Ball Blast and Tenpin Bowling alley. For the over 18’s there is a Casino.
Opening Details:    
Open 364 days a year Mid-June, July, August: 12 till late Other Months*: 2pm till late *some rides/activities are not available everyday. Telephone to confirm.
Facilities:    
We cater for birthday parties, corporate outings, fundraisers, leagues and school tours. Special group rates available. Catering/Shopping Fast Food Restaurant Novelty Gift Shop
Tours:    
FREE Admission Special group rates available for birthday parties, corporate outings, fundraisers, leagues and school tours.
 
         
 
The Old Midleton Distillery
 

Distillery Walk,
Midleton

Tel:  021 4613594
Fax: 021 4613642
Web: whiskeytours.ie
Contact Us: bookings@omd.ie

 

 
   

 
 
Description:    
Jameson Irish Whiskey is world renowned and its history can be traced on a guided tour of the Old Midleton Distillery. The Jameson tour commences with an informative audio-visual presentation. Guests, accompanied by a tour guide, then visit the historic and architecturally unique buildings - Mills, Malt Houses, Grain Stores, Stillhouses, Old Offices and Atmospheric Warehouses. Next its a visit to the Jameson bar for the now famous tutored whiskey tasting session. Perhaps be chosen to become a qualified Irish Whiskey taster!
Opening Details:    
Open all year
Facilities:    
Audio visual. Whiskey Tasting & craft shop
 
         
 
The Queenstown Story
 

Cobh Heritage Centre,
Cobh

Tel: 00 353 21 4813591
Fax: 21 4813595
Web: cobhheritage.com
Contact Us: dwalsh@cobhheritage.com

 

 
   

 
 
Description:    
Enjoy the era of the great ocean liners and discover Cobh's connection with the tragedies of the Titanic and Lusitania.  In The Queenstown Story you can retrace the steps of 2.5 million adults and children who emigrated from Ireland via Cobh and discover its unique origins, its history and legacy.  Experience the stories of emigration including Annie Moore, the first emigrant to be processed at Ellis Island, New York and soak up the atmosphere and the sounds and sensations of a life gone by. Afterwards, you can relax with a coffee or tea at the Queenstown Restaurant and choose from tasty snacks and meals.
Facilities:    
Just 25 minutes from Cork city, by train or by car. Gift shops - genealogical record finder service - regular train service from Cork straight to the centre.
Tours:    
Groups by appointment. Exhibition tour takes about 60 minutes.
 
         
 
Trabolgan
 

Whitegate,
Midleton

Tel: 00 353 21 4661551
Fax: 21 4661698
Web: trabolgan.com
Contact Us: sean.woodgate@trabolgan.com

 

 
   

 
 
Description:    
Situated on a picturesque 140-acre estate in beautiful East Cork, Trabolgan Holiday Village is well known for its magical surroundings and excellent facilities. Trabolgan has 172 Self Catering houses and Apartments, A Touring Caravan Park with 35 sites, and when you book with us, the price you pay includes the use of the Sub Tropical Wave Pool, Live Entertainment Venues, Kids Clubs, 18 hole pitch & putt, Crazy golf, 3 kids play areas, Badminton and Tennis Courts, Astroturf Soccer Pitch and Sports Hall.
Opening Details:    
March - November
Facilities:    
Also available on a pay as you go basis: Trabolgan Adventure Sports, Go-Kart Tracks, Fitness Room and Beauty / Relaxation Rooms, Arcade. Trabolgan is not only a great holiday destination but also welcomes Day Visitors throughout the year. We also have our
Credit Card:    
Credit Cards Accepted
Licence:    
Full Licence
 
         
 

 

 
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Central Reservations
 
East Cork Tourism, Midleton Enterprise Centre, Knockgriffin, Midleton, East Cork, Ireland E-mail: info@eastcorktourism.com