About our rating systemWith its three soaring spires dominating the Cork skyline, this Church of Ireland cathedral sits on the very spot St. Fin Barre chose in A.D. 600 for his church and school. A much smaller medieval tower was demolished to make way for the current building, which dates from the early 1860s—there’s nothing left of the original, although a few pieces of decorative stonework were salvaged and can be viewed inside. The architect, William Burges (1827–81), won a competition staged to create a new Anglican cathedral in the city; his design embraced the French Gothic style popular at the time. The interior is highly ornamented with some stunning mosaic work. The bells were inherited from a 1735 church that also previously stood on this site. The cathedral hosts occasional exhibitions; check the website for listings of what’s on.
Cork City› Attraction
St. Fin Barre's Cathedral
Bishop St., Cork, Co. Cork, Ireland
Our Rating
Hours
Apr–Oct Mon–Sat 9:30am–5:30pm,; Sun 12:30–2:30pm and 4:30–5pm. Nov–March Mon–Sat 9:30am–5:30pm. Closed certain public holidays; call to check.
Phone
021/496-3387
Prices
Admission €6 adults; €5 seniors; €3 students and children
Web site
St. Fin Barre's Cathedral
Hours
Apr–Oct Mon–Sat 9:30am–5:30pm,; Sun 12:30–2:30pm and 4:30–5pm. Nov–March Mon–Sat 9:30am–5:30pm. Closed certain public holidays; call to check.
Phone
021/496-3387
Prices
Admission €6 adults; €5 seniors; €3 students and children
Web site
St. Fin Barre's Cathedral
Map
Bishop St., Cork, Co. Cork Ireland Cork CityNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
