Cork City Guided Tour: Stories, Sites, and Secrets
Description
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 communities that have shaped Cork - Gain insider knowledge about the city's secrets and local life
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cork's diminuative but proud answer to Central Park!
The old factory of Cork's proudest product, Beamish Stout, and it's oddly anachronistic facade!
300+ year old bridge, old southern entrance to city and site of old Jail and dungeon
Old star fort built by english to project control over the city
The main protestant cathedral of Cork, with a fascinating history and stunning appearance
Old crown court of Cork, and the site of extremely important activity during the revolutionary period
Old centre of the historic city and origin for Cork's crest
Old northern entrance to the city, and gateway to the north side of the city
1720s protestant church with lots of funny stories and a lying clockfaces
Old butter exchange from when Cork was the largest exporter of butter in the world
100 year old sweet shop with cork classics
Plaque commemorating a Cork woman who had a massive impact in the US
Picturesque lane with great views of the city centre
Old market street in Cork where shawlees would hawk their wares
Square named for Cork's Jimmy Hendrix
Rediscovered cemetary where the City's french protestant refugees were buried
The broadway of Cork, with shopping and an interesting path following to the rivers which once dotted the city
Beautiful old indoor market with great food and old characters
The site of Terrence Macswineys arrest, the burning of Cork, and the current home of Cork City Council
Monument commemorating the deaths of those who died in the struggle for Irish independence
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(14)
Got off to rocky start. Wrong time and location for tour on site. Was to be 2.5 hours also and ended up only being 1.5. Once going you could tell he was proud of his city and had good knowledge. Overall pleasant, but had to adjust on the fly 3 hours earlier then expected.
Evan, being local, gave us a good overview of his city. It's the hidden gems and stories which bring a place to life, rather than just reading them from a book. We thoroughly enjoyed it
We enjoyed this tour with Evan. Great way to learn a little bit more about Cork.
Extraordinarily informed and interesting Tour with a pleasant amount of Irish humor and warmth. I'd highly recommend for those who want a greater understanding of the history of Cork
The tour guide was really knowledgable. I learned loads about the city’s history. It wasn’t rushed and there was plenty of opportunities to ask questions
Very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Nice cadence to his presentation with many stops. Learned a lot about Cork.
Evan did an amazing job. The tour was interesting, full of historical insights, but also very humorous. Highly recommended.
Thanks a million Ingrid, all the best, Evan
Evan is a very knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. He took us through Cork & provided great historical information about Cork. If you’re looking for an in depth walking tour of Cork - this is it.
Laura thank you very much for yout kind words, and all the best, Evan
The guide makes or breaks and thankfully our guide Evan was terrific. I think him being part from Dublin and part from Cork was the magic ingredient. A splendid and informative walk. Thank you.
We have to keep the half dublin part quiet! anyways thanks and best wishes, Evan
Wonderful tour Evan had and presented so well Irish history and Cork in particular
Thanks a million!
