Built in 1722, the Church of St. Anne is one of the most important early-18th century churches in Ireland. Standing 50 metres high above the surrounding Shandon neighbourhood, visitors can climb the narrow stone steps to the bell tower, topped by a 3-metre gold fish weathervane. The bell tower offers spectacular views of the city and surrounding areas spread below.
There are 135 steps in total to reach the viewing balcony. Along the way you get to ring bells and see some interesting features, like the mechanism of one of the largest caged clocks in Europe. You also get to climb through a belfry, where the 6 tonnes of bells ring out, on your way to a spectacular view of Cork City.
Accessibility Information
Yes.
Partial access : access for wheelchair users to the Church Interior from St Anne’s Park side but not to the TowerSt Anne’s Church, Shandon has multiple floors (132 steps to go to the top of the Tower) and does not have an elevator
Induction loops are not available / unconfirmed.
Car drop-off point is not available / unconfirmed.
Yes. There is limited on street parking available. There is a fee for this Mon-Sat, it’s free on Sundays. There is a fee paying car park in the North Cathedral just a couple of minutes away.
Yes. Bus stops nearby
No, a festival info point is not available
Getting there
St Anne’s Church, Shandon Guests
Speakers & Choirs
- International Non-Competitive Choirs

- International Competition Choirs

- Choral Gatherings Choir





