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Saints, Sinners, and Stories: A Historical Cork Audio Tour
Cork
About
Ireland’s second city was shaped by centuries of rebellion and invasion. On this walking tour around Cork’s medieval quarter, you’ll hear tales of the rebels and rulers who roamed these streets during its turbulent history.
You’ll hear how Vikings sailed up the River Lee to establish settlements that grew into medieval Cork. As you wind through narrow streets, once canals in this ‘Venice of the North,’ you’ll learn how public executions at Gallow’s Green became entertainment for crowds of 20,000. You’ll also hear the miraculous story of the hanged man who survived his execution – and then interrupted a theatre performance to share the news.
By the end of this tour, you’ll have a newfound ...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
This tour starts in front of Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Shandon Bells & Tower St Anne's Church
This self-guided audio tour ends in front of St Anne's Church.
Important Information
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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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Saints, Sinners, and Stories: A Historical Cork Audio Tour
Cork
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About
Ireland’s second city was shaped by centuries of rebellion and invasion. On this walking tour around Cork’s medieval quarter, you’ll hear tales of the rebels and rulers who roamed these streets during its turbulent history.
You’ll hear how Vikings sailed up the River Lee to establish settlements that grew into medieval Cork. As you wind through narrow streets, once canals in this ‘Venice of the North,’ you’ll learn how public executions at Gallow’s Green became entertainment for crowds of 20,000. You’ll also hear the miraculous story of the hanged man who survived his execution – and then interrupted a theatre performance to share the news.
By the end of this tour, you’ll have a newfound ...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
This tour starts in front of Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Shandon Bells & Tower St Anne's Church
This self-guided audio tour ends in front of St Anne's Church.
Itinerary
1
St Fin Barre's Cathedral
As we pass the iconic Cathedral, you'll uncover legendary tales of saints battling serpents, discover the origin story of Cork, and try your hand at using symbolsim to decode dramatic medieval biblical scenes , once used to warn the townsfolk. Please note: while we admire the Cathedral from the outside, entry is not included on this tour, but the stories outside are wild enough!
2
The Old Bear
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Old Bear and its hear its history while you walk.
3
Elizabeth Fort
Step through the gates of Elizabeth Fort, where heads once rolled and curses still linger — quite literally. Built during bloody rebellions and battered by cannon fire, this 17th-century stronghold offers killer views of Cork (and maybe a ghost or two whispering sweet revenge from the shadows).
You'll be glad to know entrance is free 7 days a week.
4
South Gate Bridge
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll walk across the historical South Gate Bridge with its macabre ”drowning dungeon” where prisoners were tortured as the tide rose.
5
The Counting House (Beamish & Crawford)
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Counting House (Beamish & Crawford) and its hear its history while you walk.
6
The Oval
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Oval and its hear its history while you walk.
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Peace Park
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll stroll through Peace Park and its hear its history while you walk.
8
The English Market
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll step inside the English Market, Cork’s over 200-year-old covered market, where Queen Elizabeth II shared a joke with a local fishmonger.
9
The Farmgate Cafe
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Farmgate Cafe and its hear its history while you walk.
10
The Coal Quay
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Coal Quay and its hear its history while you walk.
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North Gate Bridge
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the North Gate Bridge and its hear its history while you walk.
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Shandon Bells & Tower St Anne's Church
The tour finishes at St. Anne’s Church Shandon Bells and Tower, where you can climb the tower and ring the bells, creating your own melody to echo across the city.
