FamxplorShandon
What to expect
Shandon is a district on the north-side of Cork city, known for its historic landmarks and cultural attractions. The area is home to the famous Church of St Anne, also known as the 'Bells of Shandon', which is a popular tourist destination. Other notable landmarks include the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne, Saint Mary's Dominican Church, and the Firkin Crane Arts Centre. Shandon Street, a principal street in the area, hosts an annual festival during the summer. The district has a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements and fortifications, and has been an important part of Cork city's development over the centuries. Visitors can explore the area's historic buildings, attend cultural events, and enjoy the local atmosphere
Plan your family visit to the Shandon with these blog insights 👇
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Activities: We walked around Shandon. "In Shandon there are narrow streets and small houses." We visited the Butter Museum and St. Anne's Church, where we climbed the tower
Highlights: We enjoyed exploring Shandon. We found the Butter Museum "pretty exciting." Climbing St. Anne's church tower and playing the carillon was a unique experience. "I have played a carillon in a church and have sounded a whole district with it" is a sentence that not everyone can boast about ✨