Cork, the Republic of Ireland's second largest city, is known for having some of the finest food in the country. In addition to eating well, you can enjoy a pint in your pick of Cork's many pubs, sometimes while listening to live music. If you want to be blessed with the gift of gab, visit one of Ireland's most famous landmarks, nearby Blarney Castle, and kiss the stone as countless have done before. Explore St. Fin Barre's Cathedral, named after the patron saint who founded the city. The musically inclined can ring the famous Shandon Bells at St. Anne's Church. When you're finally ready to sleep, you can choose a chain hotel or a small inn that offers a bit of the famous Irish hospitality.
