You don't need to be a fan of architecture to get something out of a trip to Red Abbey Tower. This well-known tower has an interesting history and stands head and shoulders above the rest!

To visit this historic construction, you'll need to find your way to Cork. You'll find loads of other things to see and do in this area, like Blarney Castle, Blarney Stone, and University College Cork.

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Charleville Park Hotel & Leisure Club

$880

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Oct 8 - Oct 13

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Cork (ORK)

8.6/10 Excellent! (405 reviews)

Staff friendly. Hotel was pleasant and centrally located

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Luxury Country Mansion in West Cork

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$4,374

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Oct 13 - Oct 19

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New York (JFK) to Cork (ORK)

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Castlemartyr Resort

$1,431

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Oct 17 - Oct 21

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Atlanta (ATL) to Cork (ORK)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (566 reviews)

Loved it. Had one short night here. Would have preferred more in room dining options but we made it work. Beautiful wedding was going on. We played tennis. 10/10

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

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