Medieval castles in County Cork

Medieval castles in and around County Cork: 30 listed. Fortified residences built to hold a hill, a river crossing or a border — the classic castle, from small keeps to vast royal seats.

Common questions

How many medieval castles are there in and around County Cork?

30 — each with its location on the map, what it is, and the visiting details we could confirm.

Can you go inside the medieval castles in and around County Cork?

Entry details are not confirmed yet for most of them — open each listing and check locally before you travel.

Can you stay overnight in a castle in and around County Cork?

Yes — 1 is a castle hotel, with historic rooms you can book.