What makes it 78% Kids-Friendly: Kids receive a discovery booklet, touch screens, scavenger hunts, gardens and family tickets, yet exhibits are text-heavy and require supervision, so expect educational not thrill-park fun.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: This allows time for the self-guided tour, a guided tour stop, garden play and a snack break without rushing.
Family self-guided heritage tour:
Use the printed family booklet to explore 18th-century rooms at your own pace.
Tip: Start at Nano’s Parlour and pause at interactive displays to let kids read aloud.
Kids’ discovery booklet & scavenger hunt:
Pick up crayons and a map to find ‘Blaithín’ the trail mascot in the museum and gardens.
Tip: Grab booklets at entry and reward each child at the gift shop for extra fun.
Enclosed garden exploration:
Let children run safely among old walls, spot squirrels and learn plant names.
Tip: Bring a small snack from home and rest on benches by the fountain.
Daily guided tour:
Join the free 11:00 AM or 3:00 PM tour to hear stories of Nano Nagle’s work.
Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early to secure seating near the front for better audio.
Good Day Deli snack break:
Enjoy child-size portions of hot chocolate and homemade scones.
Tip: Order hot chocolate before the tour ends to beat the midday queue.

Naďa Barochová
A peaceful and powerful place. Nano Nagle Place is a hidden gem in Cork — beautiful gardens, a thoughtful museum, and an inspiring story of a woman who changed lives through education and compassion. Quiet, moving, and truly worth a visit.
Jennifer Smith
Interesting learning about Sr Nano Nagle who started learning centres for the impoverished Irish children when their education was forbidden
nat nat
if you're looking for peace and serendipity, nano nagle is your place:) exhibition is really interesting, from both perspectives of nano nagle life and old cork city at the time. garden is unreal and water fountain have some beautiful sacredness in them. staff is super polite and someone to have a chat with! lastly, i ensure you that you'll enjoy the place even if you are not precisely religious, ...
Frank Murphy
Cannot believe it has taken me so long to visit this fantastic oasis of calm in my native city. Immaculately preserved and presented buildings, cemetery and gardens. Museum, bookshop, café and restaurant on site. Entrance is free of charge. Well worth a visit as it is only a short walk from St. Finbarre's cathedral. Parking extremely limited....so leave the car at home.
Kevin McCabe
Pleasant surprise stumbling across this peaceful spot in the middle of Cork city. We were greeted by a very friendly and informative worker. Didn’t take the paid tour, but enjoyed just walking around the grounds. Will have to return to try the little restaurant someday. Few people just relaxing and talking, and a couple others that looked like they were also there for the first time. I’m not sure ...
In summer (June–August) join the Playful Culture Trail with free stamp-collecting. In December check the Christmas trail activity booklet. On St. Patrick’s weekend pick up a special map for half-price child entry.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Family ticket (2 adults + up to 3 kids) | EUR 18 |
| Hot chocolate & treats (2 kids) | EUR 8 |
| Small souvenir gift | EUR 10 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 36 |
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Address: Nano Nagle Place, Douglas St, Cork, T12 X70A, Ireland
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