Fota Wildlife Park

Fota Wildlife Park sits on Fota Island near Cork city in County Cork, and is one of Ireland’s best-known conservation attractions. Many of its animals roam in open, natural-style enclosures rather than behind bars, giving visitors close views of species from around the world as they wander the parkland trails. It places a strong emphasis on education and breeding programmes for endangered wildlife, making it popular with families and school groups alike. A cafe on site offers somewhere to pause for food and drink, and the grounds reward a full day of gentle walking and watching.