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- minnie044Liverpool, UK192 contributionsBooked online for guided tour. Very wet day ..was going to walk but got taxi for about 8 euro.
Our guide was Jennifer. She was very interesting and told us lots of stories about people who had been in the gaol. This focused more on 'normal' people in contrast to the poitical prisoner information that you get a Kilmainham Gaol.
Less eerie than Kilmainham but still a good visit with opportunity to have a lone wander after the tourWritten 21 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Amanda D4 contributionsLoved the castle. Loved the tour (be prepared for 100 spiral stairs!..you have been warned!) and learning of the history. But the astronomy talk was my favourite! The guide was clearly super interested in her subject matter and was engageable with the kids. A great and unique way to learn about Cork!Written 22 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AlbertSalichsManresa, Spain24,692 contributionsButter Museum is located in Cork, the second largest city in Ireland. It is a very interesting museum, where you can learn a lot about the industry of butter in Ireland, his history and why Cork is a very important port in Ireland (in fact, the port is located in Cobh, near Cork). Really, here you can read about why butter is a very important food in Ireland and how Ireland was the main country to export this food.Written 29 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RWWBristol, UK139 contributionsInteresting wide ranging collection .
The Harry Clarke exhibition was fascinating, I would have liked to learned about how the three exhibited panels were made. I’m sure that this kind of work was technically very challenging in 1910/11.Written 28 February 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Peter NUtrecht, The Netherlands9 contributionsNice to see how important and non-obvious fresh water was in early centuries. And impressive to see how technology solved this problem.
I spend about an hour. Was very quiet on a Wednesday; was the only visitor. The reception as well as the guy who did the tour in the engine room was very friendly and took the time for me to explain. Nice priced as well.Written 24 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - swinsixCork, Ireland10 contributionsWhat a beautiful space. I was there to listen to Summer Sing concert Led by Sonia Keogh Art Life culture it was an amazing occasion.Written 4 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Declan OMaynooth, Ireland4 contributionsAn informative museum.It is well laid out and the setting, Fitzgerald Park, adjoins the Lee River Some of the exhibition cases need secondary lighting to view them properly.Written 25 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AsteriasLondon, England3 contributionsGreat visit to this small museum with my 13 year old son. We spent about 1 hour there, were able to ask the staff questions and they took us out to see a sculpture and some tanks outside. A must visit for any Irish History buffs or for people interested in Military history. But also a quick way to learn something about Irish history. The Michael Collins memorabilia is really fantastic to see.Written 5 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Curious218841623183 contributionsCame accross this little gem.
very well run.Lovely staff.
lots to see great range of artifacts.Best I've seen in a long time.Very good value.
well worth a visit.
Peter and Deirdre.Written 4 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - lupisgrey9 contributionsPlease be sensitive to the surroundings. We know you need to tidy up but let's not dessicate the wooded area.Written 22 October 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DizymausChester, VA395 contributionsThis Gallery is hidden away on the grounds of University College in Cork. We stumbled onto this place looking for a restroom and were stunned by the works here. A must see.Written 26 August 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- John HCounty Limerick, Ireland25 contributionsThis place is great for light meals, teas & coffee, everything is prepared in-house by the chef and served up by a friendly and helpful server.
We stop of regularly for breakfast, coffee breaks and on one occasion and never had a bad experience.Written 13 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - dexter2 contributionsPassage West is awash with maritime history and it's being brought to life at this new museum. The attractiveness of the artefacts on display contributed to
a very enjoyable experience .Written 29 July 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Hugh R1 contribution€9 was far too expensive for a small, dry baguette roll (defrosted?) with a few slices of salami and tomato. It took 20 minutes to prepare, although there were no other customers in the cafe, by which time I had to take it away rather than be able to sit down and eat it. Very disappointing, will not visit again.Written 10 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Phil2252Cork153 contributionsThis is a small gallery which has a wide range of art from ceramics, to painting , prints and sculpture . The Lavitt has exhibitions for emerging artists and it is a great opportunity to get your hands on early works.
The price range is good and you can find Christmas, wedding and birthday presents. You can also get a voucher, I recently got a voucher there for a wedding. Great for the couple who has everything.Written 23 September 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
