3 Days of Exploring Greater Cork Itinerary

Begin your second day with a trip to Jameson Distillery Midleton. Take part in the informative and enjoyable Cork Jameson Irish Whiskey & Midleton Distillery Experience, where you'll learn about the whiskey-making process and get to taste some fine samples. It's an excellent way to start your day with some local flavor. For breakfast, enjoy a hearty meal at The Pantry Café, known for its delicious pastries and coffee.

In the afternoon, explore more of Cork's cultural heritage with a visit to St. Fin Barre's Cathedral. This stunning Gothic Revival cathedral is one of Cork's most impressive landmarks. Take your time admiring its intricate architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. Following this, join the Cork Private Walking Tour which will guide you through other historical sites in the city center. For lunch, dine at Nash 19, celebrated for its fresh ingredients and traditional Irish dishes.

Conclude your day with an entertaining evening at Cork Hysterical Histories, Comedic Dinner Theater Show. This unique dinner theater experience combines comedy with historical tales from Cork's past, providing both laughs and learning in equal measure. Enjoy dinner during the show at The Metropole Hotel Restaurant, offering a fine dining experience that complements the evening perfectly.

Start your final day by heading towards Cobh, a charming seaside town known for its maritime history. Begin with a visit to Titanic Experience Cobh, where you'll learn about Cobh's connection to the ill-fated Titanic voyage through interactive exhibits and personal stories from passengers who boarded here. Enjoy breakfast at Sea Salt Café, offering stunning views of Cobh harbor along with delicious breakfast options.

In the afternoon, continue exploring Cobh by visiting another significant landmark: St. Colman's Cathedral (Cobh Cathedral). This magnificent cathedral dominates Cobh’s skyline and offers breathtaking views over Cork Harbor from its hilltop location. Afterward, take part in the engaging Cobh Guided Historic Walking Tour, which provides deeper insights into this town’s rich history including emigration stories during Ireland’s Great Famine era. Have lunch at The Quays Bar & Restaurant, renowned for its seafood dishes.

Wrap up your trip by visiting Kinsale in West Cork; this picturesque town is famous for its colorful streetscapes as well as being home to historical sites like Charles Fort—a star-shaped fort dating back centuries—where you can enjoy stunning coastal views while delving into military history during sunset hours before having dinner at award-winning restaurant Fishy Fishy whose menu showcases locally sourced seafood prepared creatively ensuring memorable end trip culinary note.