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Independence Festival 2023

From international headliners to local talent, Indie offers a diverse range of musical experiences to satisfy every taste.

Rosscarbery Family Festival

This August, escape to West Cork and visit the 66th annual Rosscarbery Family Festival!

The Ultimate Guide To The Perfect Summer BBQ

All the tips that you need to host the best summer BBQ party!

Welcoming You with Open Paws!

At the Vienna Woods Hotel, we welcome all our guests even the furry ones!

Cork! Things to do in the Rain

It's a little wet out there this weekend, but there's still loads of activities to do in Cork even when its raining!

Summer in Cork

A summer in Cork, Ireland is something that everyone should get to experience. From adventure seekers to food lovers and festival goers there is something for everyone!

The Marina Market Cork

Attention All Food Lovers!

eBee - EBike Share Scheme

eBee - EBike Share Scheme - AVAILABLE HERE AT CORKS VIENNA WOODS HOTEL

Cork City Tours 2023

Cork City Tours are back for 2023 - Check out all the details here

Dining in The Glassroom

We are now serving Pizzas & Sharing Boards in our beautiful Glassroom

Meitheal 2023

Over 230 buyers from 17 countries to descend on Killarney for Meitheal 2023

Cork rated number 1 small city in Europe for 'economic potential' for second year in a row

For the 2nd year in a row, Cork City has been voted as the no.1 small European city for Economic Potential, 2nd Overall and 4th for Business Friendliness.

St. Brigids Day 2023 Bank Holiday

The Bank Holiday will take place on the first Monday in February each year

Wedding Fayre 2023 Recap

We look back at our hugely successful 2023 Wedding Fayre that was recently held at Corks Vienna Woods Hotel

Corks Business Association - THE CORK BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2023

We are Delighted to Announce That We are Finalists of the Cork Business Association Cork Business of the Year Awards 2023

Port of Cork Cruise Liner Arrivals 2023

Cruise Ship Arrivals in Cork to return to Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2023

Gold Medal Awards 2022

We have been announced as a finalist for Ireland's Top 4 Star Hotel

Corks Vienna Woods Wedding Fayre – January 22nd 2023

A day not to be missed by couples here at Cork’s Vienna Woods Hotel.

Dunkettle Interchange Roadworks UPDATE

Works have been completed on three key link roads through the Dunkettle Interchange.

Munster vs South Africa

Munster Rugby will take to the field in Pairc Ui Chaoimh on Thursday November 10th.

Warming Winter Meals

Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

Corks biggest weekend of the year will be kicking off on Friday the 28th of October and running right through the bank holiday.

Doneraile Court & Wildlife Park

Doneraile Court is the stunning centrepiece of one of Ireland’s most beautiful estates.

Christmas Party Nights 2022

Christmas Party Nights at Corks Vienna Woods Hotel 2022

Back to School Lunchbox Ideas

Schools are back and we are here to help you with new and exciting lunch ideas.

Hysterical Histories Cork

A unique dinner theatre experience set in the oldest pub within the original city walls.

Cork Culture Night – September 23rd, 2022

Culture Night invites everyone, everywhere, on one wonderful night to discover and celebrate all that our culture is today.

The Launch of Playful Pirate Culture Trail

There’s a new Playful Pirate Culture Trail in Cork City’s museums, galleries & attractions this summer, helping children to explore & engage with culture in a playful way!

Pride 2022

Celebrate Pride Month This year! The Countdown is on for Cork Pride Festival July 23rd-31st!

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Mother's Day Gift Ideas and Things to do to treat your favourite woman

Cobh Heritage Centre

Visit the Queenstown Story Exhibition at the Cobh Heritage Centre

Things to look Forward too in 2022

The new year brings a fresh start and also brings new things to look forward too

Santa Experiences Cork

Why not visit us while visiting Santa this year!

NEW Alpine Skate Trial

A New and Exciting Attraction in Cork

Cork Science Festival 2021

The Yearly Festival goes under the Microscope this weekend!

The History of Halloween and how it's become the phenomena that it is today.

A background into how the spooky holiday came to be.

Ways to Reuse and Recycle your unwanted Pumpkins after Halloween!

Instead of throwing out your unwanted Pumpkins after Halloween, check out this list of ways to reuse or recycle them!

Golf in Cork

Golfing in Cork? Check out Golf Clubs close to Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel!

The Cork Chamber

Advancing business together - The Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2021

Culture Night 2021

Celebrating Culture Night At Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel

When the kids go back to school take a break

Now that the kids are back to school why not take a well deserved break to help unwind after the summer?

Back to School Lunch Box Ideas

As school comes back around so does the dread of coming up with new and exciting lunch ideas every day, especially ones that your kids will eat!

Seasonal Recipes for September

We have put together some seasonal recipes for the month of September for you to try.

Meet the Team!

Here at Cork’s Vienna Woods Hotel, we take great pride in our staff. Without our staff we wouldn’t be where we are today. With that being said, let me introduce you to some of the team!

Atlantic Sea Kayaking Tours

Discover Ireland's Coastline by Kayak with Atlantic Sea Kayaking

National Daiquiri Day and our Cocktail Menu

Celebrate National Daiquiri day and indulde in our cocktails at our hotel

Helpful Resources to Plan your Trip to Cork.

Check out some of these helpful resources to plan your trip to Cork.

Family Breaks

Family Summer Breaks at Cork’s Vienna Woods Hotel!

Wild Atlantic Seaweed Baths

The Wild Atlantic Sea Weed Baths are one of Ireland’s only fully mobile seaweed bath providers.

May Bank Holiday Weekend 2021

As May is here why not bring your family some cheer with Cork's Vienna Woods Grill & Cocktails!

New Items on Our A la Carte Menu!

Check out some of the new items we have added to our A La Carte Menu.

Pet Friendly Rooms

We are delighted to give our guests the option to being their furry friends with them when they stay with us!

Local Produce at Cork's Vienna Wood Hotel

We take great pride in our food here at Cork’s Vienna Woods Hotel. We try our best to have all our food locally sourced.

Top Stalls at Mahon Point Farmer's Market

Check out Our Top Picks and Local Businesses at Mahon Point Farmer's Market

Outdoor Dining This Summer

Our Top Tips for outdoor dining at your Favourite Restaurant This Summer

Vienna Woods at Home

Read about our new food collection service....

The Crawford Art Gallery

The Crawford Art Gallery is now open in line with Government Advice & Regulations, make sure to visit them as its not something you want to miss while visiting Cork!

Ballindenisk Equestrian Centre

As restrictions ease and businesses are allowed to start opening up, we want to spotlight local businesses you should definitely check out while staying in Cork!

Activities in Cork

Cork is Ireland's second-largest county and is part of Ireland’s Ancient East and The Wild Atlantic Way. There is numerous amounts of family activities here in Cork, from walks, parks, and gardens to play centers, tours, and historical monuments.

The Cork Business Association Awards - Cork’s Business of the year Finalists

The CBA awards finalists have been announced! Find out more about the awards.

What to do before you say I do

Our exclusive wedding webinar series.

Dunkettle Interchange

Dunkettle Intercharge updates.

Cork Airport

Cork Airport is the second largest airport in the Republic of Ireland, Find out more about Cork's gateway to the South here!

Pancake Tuesday

Pancake Tuesday is our favourite Tuesday of the year, it’s filled with sweet and savoury goodness! Read more to find out how Pancake Tuesday originated and why!

Valentine’s Day - Traditions Around The World

Have you ever wondered what different parts of the world did for Valentine’s Day? Us too! So, let’s find out!

St. Brigid’s Cross & The meaning behind it

A little insight into St. Brigid's Cross and what they mean

New Years Resolution and how you can implement them!

Check out some of our New Year's Resolutions and How to Stick to them!

Current Wedding Guidelines - by Laura and Benny Photography

Laura and Benny photography put together all the updates you need to know for your wedding....

Weddings during Covid19 perks

Weddings during covid19

Lockdown 2.0- Staying Positive

Lockdown, at level 5, a few things to do to keep your mind off what's going on at the moment.

Corporate Stays

Check out what we have to offer our corporate bookers.....

Woodland Walk

Take a walk in our woodlands and experience all the health benefits..

Perfect Time for Over 50's to come to Cork

Check out what Cork has to offer you.

Our New Normal

Everything that is new to you and us,

The Hidden Gems of Cork

Check out all of Cork's Hidden Gems

Fáilte Ireland Covid Safety Charter

The training our team has completed..

Staycation at Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel!

Come and Check out what we have to offer!

Cork Welcomes You

Welcome to Cork this Summer!

48 hours in Cork

Find out what you can do with 48 hours in Cork

24 hours with the Kids in Cork

We have put together things you can do in Cork in 24 hours.

World Environment Day

Today we celebrate World Environment Day

Give the Gift of Afternoon Tea

Launching Give the Gift of Afternoon Tea

Things to do while you are at Home

Here are a few ideas to keep you busy during this pandemic

Celebrating our Nurses

A little piece dedicated to our Nurses

Tips for Working from Home

Here are a few tips to help you with working from home.

Chocolate Brownies

Tasty Treats for all the Family

Social Dancing

Read all about what happens at our weekly Social Dancing.

Booking Weddings Online

Read all about weddings, Sunday weddings and online bookings!

How to Make the Perfect Cupcakes

We have found the best recipe to make the best cupcakes.

St. Patrick's Day

We put together some facts on Ireland's patron saint.

Mother's Day Buffet

Find out what we have going this Mother's Day.

Live at the Marquee Through the Years

All about Live at The Marquee down through the years

Our favourite films to see at Cork's French Film Festival

Our favourite films at Cork's Film Festival

Polar Bear Day - 5 tips to Become more Eco-Friendly

We've put together a list of 5 things we can do to be more eco-friendly

Pancake Tuesday - The best Pancake Recipe around

Read to find out how to make the best Pancake recipe!

Things to do in Cork this Midterm

6 things to do with the kids in Cork this midterm

Valentine's Day around the Globe

The various ways different cultures celebrate Valentine's or their versions of it.

Expansion of Cork City

Our City is getting bigger, we have discussed what we think about it

Choose Cork for your Wedding

All the reasons to have your Wedding in Cork...

Top 7 Wedding Trends for 2020

Top trends to look for this year.

5 Things to Do to Beat those January Blues

Getting away on a relaxing trip is the perfect way to beat those January blues. Here are 5 things you can do in Cork this January.

Top Seven Reasons to Attend our Annual Wedding Fayre

A list of reasons to attend our annual Wedding Fayre..

Things to do in Cork with Kids at Christmas

Things to do with your family this Christmas in Cork.

Cork300- Cork's Royal Yacht Club Events

Things to do in Cork. Keep updated on the Cork300 events for summer 2020.

10 things we love to do in Cork

There's so many things to do in Cork but here is just 10 things to do that we here at Vienna Woods Hotel personally love.

Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea in Vienna Woods Hotel.

Wedding Checklist

Are you newly engaged and don't know where to start with the plans? Have a little read on our basic Wedding Timeline to help you plan your magical day.

What to Pack When Coming to Cork, Ireland

Not sure what to pack when travelling to Ireland? We've got you covered.

The History Behind These Walls

The history behind Vienna Woods Hotel.

How to Involve your Child in your Wedding?

Looking for various ways to include your child/children in your big day? We have a few ideas..

5 Things to do on the Wild Atlantic Way

Some tips on what to do on the Wild Atlantic Way when in Cork.

Trabolgan

Perfect place for you and the kids to go this Summer, 2019..

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

Cork Hoteliers call for urgent action on rising insurance costs.

4 Fantastic Road Trips to take in Cork

4 Fantastic places to go on a road trip. Distances of the drive and how long it takes. What to do when you get there.

Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel transform their Driveway

Come along with us on this journey as we transform Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel!

Farmer's Market's Nearby

Where to try local cuisine nearby? Read here to find out.

Top 3 Places to Propose in Cork this Summer

Planning to propose to your partner this summer and trying to think of where? Have a read through some of our suggestions..

Summer BBQ at Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel

BBQ weather is here, why not try our range of BBQ options for any occasion?

Blood Bank Donation

Give back to those in need by donating blood at Vienna Woods Hotel.

Continue Celebrating your Big Day

Why stop celebrating? Wedding days are a very special day so why not continue the fun and celebrate the day after.

Get Married in Cork

Getting married in Cork over going abroad to get married!

Wedding Fayre 2019

We are delighted to announce our Wedding Fayre is back and is being held on the 27th of January 2019. If you want to prepare for your special day come join us at Fitzgerald’s Vienna Woods from 5pm-7pm for variety of wedding tasters and testers.

The Perfect Location for Your Magical Winter Wedding

Enjoy the magic of a cosy Winter Wedding amidst our roaring fires and candle light...a truly romantic experience set against the luxury of our decadent 18th century surrounds.

Spend your Time Shopping

Something in Cork that you can always enjoy is shopping. With a wide variety of stores all over Cork there’s always something for everybody!! Irelands unpredictable weather does not stop us shopping, shops are either all clustered together nearby or in a shopping centre.

Make a Wish- David Fitzgerald the Master Chef

David is a 13-year-old student at Scoil Bernadette at Cope Foundation and told his mother that he is going to be a Master Chef when he grows up and based on his cake, we think he’s half way there.

Mabel Crawford's Bistro

Mabel Crawford’s Bistro is the restaurant here at Fitzgeralds Vienna Woods Country House Hotel and it has an interesting history and story to tell!!

Before & After

Our €1 million upgrade is near completion and the difference is outstanding!

5 Things to Do 5 Miles Away

Holidays and weekends away are a time to relax and have fun. I know when I’m on holidays I don’t want to spend more time than necessary in the car so here are 5 things to do within 5 miles away from Fitzgerald’s Vienna Woods Country House Hotel.

Cork Chamber Jingle & Mingle Event

Festive Cheer at Fitzgerald's Vienna Woods Hotel

UPDATE: Entrance Roadworks 2024

Roadworks update outside the entrance of Cork's Vienna Woods Hotel on the Glanmire Road in April & May.

Review by The Novel Traveller

Cork Chamber Digital Marketing Awards 2024

2024 Cork Chamber Digital marketing awards. Cork's Vienna Woods, Winners of Best website 20 or more employees.

Cork's Women's Mini Marathon