Cobh facts

Cobh was known as Queenstown from 1849 to 1920.
Over 2.5 million Irish emigrants departed from Cobh harbour.
RMS Titanic's final port of call was Cobh, on 11 April 1912.
St Colman's Cathedral carillon has 49 bells — among the largest in Europe.
Lusitania victims are buried in the Old Church Cemetery.
Cork Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world.
Cobh was known as Queenstown from 1849 to 1920.
Over 2.5 million Irish emigrants departed from Cobh harbour.
RMS Titanic's final port of call was Cobh, on 11 April 1912.
St Colman's Cathedral carillon has 49 bells — among the largest in Europe.
Lusitania victims are buried in the Old Church Cemetery.
Cork Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world.

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St Colman's Cathedral

Cobh's hilltop cathedral and one of the town's essential views.

St Colman's Cathedral — Photo · Wikimedia Commons / Wikipedia: St Colman's Cathedral, Cobh

The cathedral dominates the town skyline and rewards the uphill walk with architecture, stained glass and harbour views.

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Nearby in Cobh

Bible Gardens

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Small garden stop close to Cobh's cathedral route.

Deck of Cards / West View

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Colourful West View houses and the classic Cobh photo stop.

Titanic Bar and Grill

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Casement Square bar and grill beside Titanic Experience Cobh.