Ireland's Ancient East
Visit Ireland's Ancient East from Cork Airport Hotel
Wander through 5000 years of history along Ireland’s Ancient East.
Journey through a time when legends were born and take an immersive journey of discovery through 5,000 years of Ireland’s ancient history. Ireland is full of unique green landscapes and filled with stories of magic and mystery just waiting to be discovered. Ireland’s Ancient East is a land of legends which will help you understand the soul of the Irish people.
Cork Airport Hotel is located at Cork Airport, just 15 minutes from Cork City and is the perfect place to begin your Ireland’s Ancient East adventure.
Cork possesses some of the finest features that Ireland’s Ancient East has to offer. It is home to iconic Irish heritage features such as The Jameson Distillery, Fota House, Cork City Gaol, Blarney Castle and The English Market; which is brimming with fresh and local produce.
Head to one of the world’s most incredible natural harbour’s Cobh, an iconic Ancient East area which is steeped in history and is just 30 minutes from this Cork Hotel. Visit the Titanic Experience museum in Cobh which is located in the original White Star Line Ticket office. This was the departure point for the final 123 passengers who boarded the Titanic, and visitors have an opportunity to relive the journey of the Titanic passengers with an immersive experience.
Trace your ancestors at Cobh Heritage Centre which is situated in the beautifully restored Victorian Railway station. Cobh Heritage Centre shares stories of passengers that departed from Cobh for America, as well as sharing a vast amount of Irish naval and military history. While in Cobh you can also catch a boat to Spike Island, which was once Ireland’s answer to Alcatraz, and revel in what was home to both sinners and saints over the last 1,300 years.
Cork Airport Hotel is situated near some of the Ancient East’s most popular landmarks, allowing you to explore what this region has to offer.
If you’re looking for great packages and deals for your Ancient East adventure this Cork Hotel is perfect for you!