Despite the name of this city coming from the Gaelic word corcach meaning “swamp”, Cork has developed into the second largest city in the Republic of Ireland, with a metro population of about 275,000 people. Don't let the city's swampy past put you off as modern-day Cork is known as a city full of culture with music, dance, film and theatre all playing a prominent role here. The city also has a blossoming tourist industry with plenty of Cork city centre (center) apartments available.

The city's cultural aspect is supported by numerous schools and colleges focusing on music and art. The Corcadorca Theatre Company is known for putting on new shows and lists Cillian Murphy as one of its most well-known talents. The Granary Theatre and Everyman Palace are both excellent locations to catch a play and it is certainly worth checking the listings to see what is currently on. All of these companies are found centrally, and close to many Cork apartment rentals.

Aside from traditional Irish restaurants and bars, the city has also recently developed a more multicultural aspect including Eastern European, Chinese, Middle Eastern and French influences. Visitors to Cork are often surprised to find such a diverse food scene, with plenty of takeaway options to enjoy at their Cork holiday apartment.

For those wishing to experience the city's architectural heritage, Cork is home to two wonderful cathedrals; St Finbarre's Cathedral and St Mary's. These both date back to the 19th-century and are worth a visit. If you are lucky enough to find a Cork service apartment on St Patrick’s Street, you will find yourself on the city's main thoroughfare. The street is now pedestrianised and has been recently re-modelled as a successful commercial district which has maintained all of its most prominent buildings.

Finding your way to Cork in the first place is a pretty straightforward affair; the city being served by its own international airport and over 20 airlines. A coach service runs to many major cities in the UK and ferries operate from the Port of Cork to the UK and Europe. You can also reach your Cork short-term apartment by train as the city is found on the country's main rail network.

For sports fans, the city has teams competing in soccer, rugby union, hurling and Gaelic football with matches in one sport to another taking place all year round. This certainly makes an interesting afternoon or evening out from your Cork holiday letting.

Serviced and self-catered apartments, flats, holiday lets and aparthotels can be up to 30% cheaper than most equivalent hotel rooms and are becoming increasingly popular due to the freedom they offer. Whether it’s a short stay apartment you are looking for or a long term apartment, our holiday apartments combine all the amenities and comforts of home.  With plenty of room why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can stay in spacious surroundings in and around Cork city centre.

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