Cork City Gaol
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This 19th-century prison once held Irish revolutionary Constance Markievicz, writer Frank O’Connor, and a nine-year-old pickpocket.

📜 19th-century prison, museum, and former radio station in Cork, Ireland.
🔍 Once housed Irish revolutionary Constance Markievicz and writer Frank O’Connor.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore a historic 19th-century prison
📚 Learn about famous inmates and staff
📻 Discover its history as Cork's first official radio station
🏞️ Enjoy a good view of Cork from the premises

Why Avoid

♿ Partial wheelchair access, no lift to upper floors
🚶 30-minute uphill walk from city center

Tips

🗣️ Guided tours available for groups of 10+ people
🅿️ Limited 2-hour car parking outside
🛍️ Souvenir shop offers drinks and snacks

Cost

💰 Adults €12.00, students/OAP €9.50, children €7.50, family €37.
00. Audio guides €2.00, guided tours €2.50 extra.

Hours

🕒 Daily, 10am-5pm (March-Oct), 10am-4pm (Nov-Feb). Closed Dec 22-26.

🅿️ Parking

Coach & car parking available outside. Car parking has 2-hour limit.

🚻 Toilets

Available in main building, including wheelchair accessible and baby changing unit.

♿ Wheelchair

Partial access, ground floor exhibits accessible via ramp through emergency exit.

🛍️ Souvenir Shop

Stocking Gaol, Cork, and Irish souvenirs, plus cold and hot drinks and snacks.

🧺 Picnic Area

Picnic tables in Governor's Garden and green space available.

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