Fota House, Arboretum and Gardens Admission Ticket in Cork
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Overview
Fota House is a Regency period building constructed in 1820, featuring neoclassical interiors. The house was owned by the Smith-Barry family for 155 years and displays the history of the family and their household staff. It also contains a large collection of landscape paintings from the 17th to 19th centuries. Visitors have access to the house and the surrounding 115 acres of grounds, which are part of the original 780-acre estate. The grounds include an arboretum with rare and exotic plants from the southern hemisphere, as well as formal and working gardens that change with the seasons. The admission ticket includes a local guide and allows about one to two hours to tour the site. Parking is available on site but requires a separate fee paid on exit by card or cash. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Most of the property is wheelchair accessible.
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Fota House
Fota House is a prime example of Regency architecture with neoclassical interiors dating from 1820. It was owned exclusively by the Smith-Barry family for 155 years and now shares the history of the family and their staff. The property sits on 115 acres within the original 780-acre estate. Visitors can see a renowned arboretum with rare plants from the southern hemisphere, along with formal and working gardens that change through the seasons.
60 min
Meeting point
All travelers must check in at our Visitor Services Desk which is located in the Long Gallery Craft Shop area next to the Cafe.
End point
All travelers must check in at our Visitor Services Desk which is located in the Long Gallery Craft Shop area next to the Cafe.
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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