Copyright by GPSmyCity.com - Page 1 - Cork Nightlife Tour A good time is never hard to find in the city of Cork. The densely packed city center offers a variety of entertainment to suit any tastes, and all of them within a reasonable walking distance from one another. Whether it be a traditional pub setting with patrons singing Irish songs over a pint of Guinness, a hot night of dancing to live DJ sets, or a live rock band bringing down the house, Cork has it all. From casual to chic, rustic to state-of-the-art, be sure to check out these great places on the Cork Nightlife Tour. Guide Location: Ireland» Cork # of Attractions: 6 Tour Duration: 1 hour(s) Travel Distance: 1.4 km Please note: This walk is also featured in the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" downloadable on itunes App Store and Google Play. The app provides turn-by-turn GPS navigation to guide you from one tour sight to the next, so you will never be lost. The apps offer additional walking tours in Cork. Check them out! GPSmyCity offers self-guided walking tours in over 1,000 city around the world. Please visit https://www.gpsmycity.com for more walking tour offers. List of attractions included in this self-guided walking tour: A) Soho Bar & Restaurant B) An Brog C) Bowery D) Reardens E) The Woodford F) Cyprus Avenue Copyright by GPSmyCity.com - Page 1 -
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Copyright by GPSmyCity.com - Page 4 - A) Soho Bar & Restaurant Offering four levels of entertainment to its guests seven days a week until the wee hours, the Soho Bar & Restaurant is a large pub and a place to enjoy a bite to eat as well as a selection from its choice of beverages. On the first floor, coffee and pastries in the morning leads to lunchtime fair in the afternoons and finally live music and cocktails in the evening. The second level features dining and cocktails in a relaxed setting, perfect for gathering a group of friends or coworkers for a splendid evening out. VIP rooms on the third floor offer private dining and bars, and the top level offers a barbecue deck and a stunning view of the city. The Soho offers casual dining and reasonably-priced dishes and drink prices, and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Opening Hours: Monday Thursday: 10 am 11.30 pm; Friday: 10 am 2 am; Saturday: 11 am 2 am; Sunday noon 1.30 am Address: 77 Grand Parade, Cork, Ireland Image Courtesy of Flickr and John B) An Brog A popular hangout for students as well as a popular spot to meet up before club hopping, An Bróg features a good mix of edgy alternative, rock, and metal music. Monday evenings features local Cork talent from the likes of Rubberneck, Semi, and more. One of the largest pubs on Oliver Plunkett Street, it attracts a large and multifaceted crowd, particularly on the weekends, and is a haven for indie and alternative music in Cork, though it also caters somewhat to a mainstream rock audience as well. A great place to enjoy good music with good friends over a pint of ale, An Bróg continues to be a favorite nightspot enjoyed by mainly locals, including college students in particular. Opening Hours: noon 2 am Address: 72-73 Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork, Ireland Image Courtesy of Flickr and Erik Charlton Copyright by GPSmyCity.com - Page 4 -
Copyright by GPSmyCity.com - Page 5 - C) Bowery Featuring four rooms with music to suit a variety of tastes, the Bowery includes six bars as well as an open air rooftop right in the heart of the city of Cork. The Berwick Room features a stylish bar inspired by the speakeasy era as evidenced in the classic furnishings and moody lighting. Also available for private engagements throughout the year, other Bowery amenities include the Stage Room for dancing the night away, and a great place to hang out in a casual atmosphere on the rooftop. Bowery s resident DJ, Mike Darcy serves up the sounds of funk, soul, old Motown favorites and world music on Friday and Saturday nights. Offering the skills of DJ Dave Daly, the Stage Room s dance floor heats up all night long, stylishly equipped with LED light rigs and a high-end sound system rounding out the exciting party atmosphere. Address: 21 Tuckey Street, Cork, Ireland Image Courtesy of Flickr and Luke Martinelli D) Reardens Offering live music each Friday and Sunday evening, has garnered several awards in national competitions over the years. Popular artists including comedian Des Bishop, Christy Moore and Faithless have performed here. Its décor is reminiscent of a traditional Irish pub, with understated design elements and a quaint atmosphere. Antique light fixtures and ornate pendent lights add this bar s unique style. In addition to great live music performances, Reardens is also a popular spot to catch the latest sports matches, with an emphasis on soccer, rugby and events offered by the Gaelic Athletic Association. Tiered seating is made available for larger games to enhance to experience better views of the match. Address: 26 Washington Street, Cork, Ireland Image Courtesy of Flickr and Katie Farragher15 Copyright by GPSmyCity.com - Page 5 -
Copyright by GPSmyCity.com - Page 6 - E) The Woodford With entrances from Paul Street and Daunt Square, The Woodford, possessing entrances from both Paul Street and Daunt Square, is located inside a building dating back to the middle of the 18th century when it housed the Woodford Bourne & Company, a well-known wine merchant in the day. The Woodford nowadays offers an extensive winelist for guests to choose from, as well as an assortment of beer, cocktails, and local foods made fresh daily. The Woodford succeeds at bringing a homey and relaxed atmosphere for patrons to enjoy a good time with friends over a pint or a glass of wine. Rustic wooden furniture, mismatched chairs and sofas add to this intimate bar s atmosphere which features live DJs spinning tunes late into the night on Fridays and Saturdays. Operation Hours: Monday Thursday: 10 am 11.30 pm; Friday Saturday: 10 am 2 am; Sunday: 4 pm 2 am Address: Daunt Square, Cork, Ireland Image Courtesy of Flickr and John F) Cyprus Avenue Opened in 2003, Cyprus Avenue has garnered a great reputation in Cork as one of its best venues for live music. Hosting plenty of local acts throughout the week, Cyprus Avenue is the perfect place in Cork for up and coming bands to gain a little notoriety. Cyprus Avenue is also well known for its ability to attract big names in music from around the world. Former famous acts offered here include Now Patrol, Mudhoney, Mumford & Sons, Mercury Rev, Richie Havens, and many more. A small club with a cozy feel, Cyprus Avenue is the perfect place in Cork to spend an intimate evening with any of the local or international acts to grace its stage. Address: Caroline Street, Cork, Ireland Image Courtesy of Flickr and Éamonn Ó Muirí Copyright by GPSmyCity.com - Page 6 -