This guided walking tour reveals the diverse and interesting background of Cork City Centre. It highlights the maritime, merchant and social history of Ireland's second City. The tour is guided by local professionals with insights and stories that the travel guides miss!
Highlights
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Meeting Points
Departure
125 St Patrick's St
Fàilte Ireland Tourist information Office on the corner of Patrick Street directly opposite the famous Fr. Matthew Statue near St Patrick's Bridge. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure time.
Return
2-3 Princes St
Tour ends outside the entrance to the world famous English Market
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This guided walking tour reveals the diverse and interesting background of Cork City Centre. It highlights the maritime, merchant and social history of Ireland's second City. The tour is guided by local professionals with insights and stories that the travel guides miss!
Highlights
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Meeting Points
Departure
125 St Patrick's St
Fàilte Ireland Tourist information Office on the corner of Patrick Street directly opposite the famous Fr. Matthew Statue near St Patrick's Bridge. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure time.
Return
2-3 Princes St
Tour ends outside the entrance to the world famous English Market
Itinerary
1
Cork City Tourist Information Centre
Guide will meet you here and introduce themselves and update you on health and safety and content of the tour
5 minutes
2
St Patrick Street
See the meandering route of the Main Street and the remaining boathouse entrances
10 minutes
3
Opera Lane
Walk along Cork's newest street and plan what shops to visit in your free time !
4
Crawford Art Gallery
Learn of the fascinating emergence of Corks most renowned gallery and its amazing exhibits
5 minutes
5
Rory Gallagher Place - Cork City
Visit the Rory Gallagher Memorial and hear of the great performers connections to Cork and his musical achievements
5 minutes
6
Huguenot Cemetery
Hear the story of the arrival of the Huguenots to Cork and their subsequent influence and impact on the commercial and political life of Cork
5 minutes
7
Coal Quay Market
Learn about the past importance of this once maritime marketplace
8
Grand Parade
Stroll along this resplendent street learning about the Berwick fountain, Bishop Lucey Park and Grand Lodge of Tuckey Street
10 minutes
9
Nano Nagle Bridge
Learn the moving story of the pioneering achievements of Nano Nagle at the first bridge in Cork city named after a woman. See the locations of the nearby Fortress and Cathedral
10 minutes
10
South Mall
Learn of the commercial importance of this business street and see more examples of the boathouse entrances. See the war memorial and the National memorial
5 minutes
11
The English Market
Tour concludes outside the main entrance to the English Market, learn about the origin and operation of the market, Queen Elizabeth visit and the amazing array of foodstuffs and traditional fare in this vibrant market.
