Overview
Housed in a former 1724 customs house, this gallery has operated since 1979 with a permanent collection centered on Irish painting and sculpture. Works by Irish impressionist Jack B. Yeats and 20th-century Cork-born artists sit alongside regular contemporary art exhibitions. The ground-floor café is also a favorite meeting spot for locals. Free entry. Right next to the English Market.
Travel Tips
Free entry makes it easy to combine with an English Market visit. The ground-floor café's scones are locally famous.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Cork, Ireland from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
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Attractions near Crawford Art Gallery
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English Market
A traditional market running since 1788 - the heart of Cork's food culture.
📍 131m away
Elizabeth Fort
A star-shaped fort built in 1601, offering panoramic views over central Cork.
📍 407m away
Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
A striking French Gothic-style cathedral and a Cork landmark.
📍 432m away
Blackrock Castle
A rebuilt 16th-century defensive fort, now home to an observatory and science center.
📍 2.1km away
Things to Do in Cork
Blarney Castle + Stone Kiss
Travel from Cork to Blarney Castle to kiss the Stone of Eloquence and wander the 60-acre gardens. About EUR 22 (castle + gardens)
Cobh + Titanic Experience
Train to Cobh from Cork for the Titanic Experience and 'Deck of Cards' photo street. About EUR 12-15 (museum admission)
English Market Food Tour
Guided food tour of the English Market sampling 8-10 stalls of Cork cuisine. About EUR 55-75