Cork City Guided Tour: Stories, Sites, and Secrets
(4) Reviews
Cork
About
Explore the vibrant heart of Cork through its rich history and intriguing tales. This engaging tour brings the city to life as you discover key sites like St. Finbarr's Cathedral, St. Anne's Church, and the English Market. Learn about Cork's influential figures such as Michael Collins and Cillian Murphy, while uncovering the stories that have shaped this unique community. With a focus on Cork's diverse cultural heritage, you'll gain insights into its past, present, and future, making it a must for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.
- Discover Cork's iconic landmarks and historical sites - Hear captivating stories about influential Cork figures - Learn about the diverse communi...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
My enthusiastic tour with a few jokes sprinkled in!
Meeting Points
Departure
Bishop Lucey Park
Look for the man with a blue umbrella beside the turquoise swan fountain in Bishop Lucey Park in the city centre
Return
National Monument - Cork
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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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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Cork's diminuative but proud answer to Central Park!
5 minutes
2
The Counting House (Beamish & Crawford)
The old factory of Cork's proudest product, Beamish Stout, and it's oddly anachronistic facade!
5 minutes
3
South Gate Bridge
300+ year old bridge, old southern entrance to city and site of old Jail and dungeon
5 minutes
4
Elizabeth Fort
Old star fort built by english to project control over the city
5 minutes
5
St Fin Barre's Cathedral
The main protestant cathedral of Cork, with a fascinating history and stunning appearance
5 minutes
6
Cork Courthouse
Old crown court of Cork, and the site of extremely important activity during the revolutionary period
5 minutes
7
Castle Street
Old centre of the historic city and origin for Cork's crest
5 minutes
8
North Gate Bridge
Old northern entrance to the city, and gateway to the north side of the city
5 minutes
9
St. Anne's Church
1720s protestant church with lots of funny stories and a lying clockfaces
5 minutes
10
Dance Cork Firkin Crane
Old butter exchange from when Cork was the largest exporter of butter in the world
5 minutes
11
Shandon Sweets
100 year old sweet shop with cork classics
5 minutes
12
Mother Jones Plaque
Plaque commemorating a Cork woman who had a massive impact in the US
5 minutes
13
Widderling's Lane
Picturesque lane with great views of the city centre
14
Corn Market Street
Old market street in Cork where shawlees would hawk their wares
15
Rory Gallagher Place - Cork City
Square named for Cork's Jimmy Hendrix
16
Huguenot Cemetery
Rediscovered cemetary where the City's french protestant refugees were buried
17
St Patrick Street
The broadway of Cork, with shopping and an interesting path following to the rivers which once dotted the city
18
The English Market
Beautiful old indoor market with great food and old characters
5 minutes
19
Cork City Hall
The site of Terrence Macswineys arrest, the burning of Cork, and the current home of Cork City Council
5 minutes
20
National Monument - Cork
Monument commemorating the deaths of those who died in the struggle for Irish independence
5 minutes
Cork City Guided Tour: Stories, Sites, and Secrets
(4) Reviews
Cork
Select Date & Travelers
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$19.00
Price varies by group size
About
Explore the vibrant heart of Cork through its rich history and intriguing tales. This engaging tour brings the city to life as you discover key sites like St. Finbarr's Cathedral, St. Anne's Church, and the English Market. Learn about Cork's influential figures such as Michael Collins and Cillian Murphy, while uncovering the stories that have shaped this unique community. With a focus on Cork's diverse cultural heritage, you'll gain insights into its past, present, and future, making it a must for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.
- Discover Cork's iconic landmarks and historical sites - Hear captivating stories about influential Cork figures - Learn about the diverse communi...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
My enthusiastic tour with a few jokes sprinkled in!
Meeting Points
Departure
Bishop Lucey Park
Look for the man with a blue umbrella beside the turquoise swan fountain in Bishop Lucey Park in the city centre