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A foodie paradise, a cultural powerhouse, and a community overflowing with character and charm, Cork is a beautiful city \u2013 charming and pretty, as the song goes. It\u2019s also an ideal spot to traverse in the saddle, as the entire city is compact enough that there\u2019s no site much more than a few minutes pedalling away!<\/p>\n

Getting a taste of Leeside is all the easier with the ever-expanding presence of TFI bikes; with some 36 stations now in operation, it makes spinning through the city an absolute doddle. Whether you\u2019re starting your trip fresh off the train at Kent Station, the bus along the quays, or you\u2019ve been dropped straight into the heart of the city from the get-go, there\u2019ll be bikes ready and waiting; all you need to do is download the app<\/a>, get in the saddle \u2013 oh, and line up the sights to check out\u2026<\/p>\n

UCC<\/a>
\nHeading westwards from the city will bring you to one of the most scenic college campuses in the country. Take in the gorgeous quad, the rich history of the Stone Corridor, and if the weather\u2019s nice, find a perch at the amphitheatre and enjoy the feeling of not having a class to get to! If you\u2019re of an artistic persuasion, the Glucksman is an excellent gallery for a free exhibition; if you\u2019re not, then it happens to have one of the best caf\u00e9s in town\u2026<\/p>\n

FITZGERALD\u2019S PARK<\/a>
\nThe next attraction is just a stone\u2019s throw from the college \u2013 so you might want to head out the Straight Road to put a few miles in before you dismount once again! When you do, though, you\u2019ll be greeted by a picturesque park long beloved of locals. Peep the ponds, smell the flowers, and have a bit of a wobble on the iconic Shakey Bridge; don\u2019t worry about getting looks as you jump up and down, because everyone\u2019s done it at one point or another!<\/p>\n

COBURG STREET<\/a>
\nNo self-respecting tourist would leave Cork without exploring the Northside; its hilly nooks and narrow passages are the soul of the city. Leave the bike on Coburg Street and take the short stroll to ring the Shandon Bells, spot the next Banksy on the Victorian Quarter Art Walk<\/a>, and then pick a spot to take the weight off your feet \u2013 because from excellent eateries and classy caf\u00e9s to some of the most perfect pubs in Ireland, it\u2019s the ideal place to get your energy back!<\/p>\n

ST PATRICK\u2019S STREET<\/a>
\nOnce you cross the bridge, you\u2019re really in what Corkonians consider \u2018town\u2019 \u2013 so it\u2019s time to get your shop on! From gourmet goodies in the English Market and market bargains on Cornmarket Street to the seriously stylish boutiques of Oliver Plunkett St., you\u2019ll find plenty to catch the eye, with the traditional thoroughfare affectionately known as \u2018Pana\u2019 running through the heart of everything! Just remember your bike doesn\u2019t have a separate luggage compartment\u2026<\/p>\n

AND FURTHER AFIELD\u2026
\nIf you fancy venturing beyond the central hub, there are loads of options. The aforementioned Straight Road \u2013 the Carrigrohane Straight, if we\u2019re being technical \u2013 is a must for big cycling fans, as it was the site of a sprint finish in the Tour de France back in 1998. Point eastwards, meanwhile, and attractions ranging from the Marina to the greenway running along the old Blackrock railway line await.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re up for another city cycling adventure, check out our guide on cycling through Ireland\u2019s capital.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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