City guides · Cork · Updated November 2026
Cork match day guide: Páirc Uí Chaoimh and Turners Cross
By the Irish Sports Betting Sites team
In short: Cork’s big sporting venues are Páirc Uí Chaoimh, home of Cork GAA, and Turners Cross, home of Cork City FC. Both are a short trip from the city centre.
The venues
| Venue | Sport | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Páirc Uí Chaoimh | GAA | Cork’s main GAA stadium, on the banks of the River Lee, east of the city centre. |
| Turners Cross | Football | Home of Cork City FC in the League of Ireland, south of the city centre. |
| Cork Racecourse, Mallow | Horse racing | Flat and jump racing in north Cork, under an hour from the city. |
Getting around on match day
Páirc Uí Chaoimh and Turners Cross are both within walking distance of the city centre for most fans. For racing at Mallow, trains run from Cork Kent station.
Before and after the game
The city centre around Oliver Plunkett Street and the English Market area is the main meeting point before games, with plenty of pubs within walking distance of both grounds.
Match day tips
- Check the venue’s website for ticket, bag and travel rules before you travel.
- Plan your journey home, as taxis and buses are busy straight after big games.
- If you have a bet, decide your budget before the day and keep it small.
FAQs
Where do Cork play their home GAA games?
At Páirc Uí Chaoimh in the city.
Where is Turners Cross?
South of Cork city centre. It is home to Cork City FC.
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