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May 22, 2013  |  By Emma Smith In Destinations, Experience

Our cruise to Norway is stopping at Cork in Ireland – what’s best things to see and do?

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The most famous attraction is Blarney Castle, a beautiful castle set in parkland and home to the renowned Blarney Stone, which many visitors like to kiss, with the legend stating that anyone who does so will be granted with the ‘gift of the gab’ – eloquence, or a talent for flattery. It’s just outside Cork but there will be excursions available.

In Cork itself, you should see Elizabeth Fort, with views over the city, and St. Finbarr’s Cathedral, a magnificent Gothic building with mosaics, carvings and a golden angel statue on the rear, high up on the tower. The Lewis Gluckman Gallery is a contemporary art centre, while the Lough Park is a scenic place to unwind if you want to spot local wildlife, with a limestone lake fed by springs attraction many species. And of course Cork is home to some lively pubs, so take the time to stop for a drink during your visit.

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Emma Smith
Emma has more than seven years' experience as a writer and has been in the travel industry for nearly five years. She loves learning about new places and cruise ships coming to market, as well as discovering fun and exciting activities to do while you sail. She has cruised with Princess Cruises, Cunard, Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Voyages, Avalon Waterways and Royal Caribbean and is looking to get something in her diary for 2024! Her favourite things to see on a ship include excellent entertainment, a delicious cocktail menu and extraordinary dining venues.

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