Field Trips for Cork, Ireland
We highly recommend students participate in the following organized field trips, which are included in your program fees. Some trips may be mandatory for specific classes and will be led by the Resident Director, instructors, or International Office staff.
Please note that destinations may only be available during certain terms and are subject to change at the discretion of the Resident Director or on-site staff.
The following are possible field trip destinations, with further details provided upon arrival.
Blarney Castle and Gardens
Fall, spring, and summer terms only
Visit one of Cork’s most famous landmarks and cultural attractions! Blarney Castle (Irish: Caisleán na Blarnan) is a medieval stronghold with more than 800 years of history and surrounded by nearly 60 acres of gardens, paths, and arboretums. According to legend, the centuries-old tradition of kissing the Blarney Stone is said to give a person both eloquence and persuasiveness.
Clonakilty, Mizen Head, and Barleycove
Fall and spring terms only
Tour the most southerly part of Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. We’ll visit the enchanting town of Clonakilty before continuing on to Mizen Head, the most southerly point on the entire island of Ireland. At Mizen Head, we'll take a walk on the cliffs, cross the iconic Mizen footbridge, and tour the old lighthouse, with the breathtaking Atlantic Ocean as our backdrop. Weather and time permitting, we’ll finish our visit with a trip to the golden beach at Barleycove.
Cobh
Fall, spring, and summer terms only
Experience the vibrant seaside town of Cobh and immerse yourself in the region's maritime history. One of the most famous ships to visit Cobh was the RMS Titanic, which made its final stop there before a doomed maiden voyage on April 11, 1912. After discovering real passenger stories and eyewitness accounts at the Titanic Experience, we explore Cobh’s cobblestone streets and visit St Colman’s Cathedral, one of the tallest buildings in Ireland.
Cork City Heritage Sites
Fall and spring terms only
Immerse yourself in Cork's rich historical and cultural heritage! In a series of day trips and excursions, we wander the corridors of Cork City Gaol, interact with Victorian-era engineering and architecture at the Old Cork Waterworks Experience, take in the sights, sounds, and tastes of Cork's famed English Market, and climb 135 steps to ring the Shandon Bells and enjoy breathtaking views at St. Anne’s Church.