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On the Cork City and Blarney tour visit the world famous Blarney Castle , here you have the opportunity to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, after this you will get your private guided tour of the stunning blarney grounds and gardens, this is what separates this tour from the rest, a truly memorable guided tour of the grounds and gardens which have so much to offer.After this on to Cork City for the English Market and St.Finbarrs Cathedral . Hear all about the history of cork from your tour guide whose passion for this beautiful place will shine through with his storytelling and traditional music as we meander our way through the city and county.Having completed The National Tour Guide Certification and a promise that i deliver all tours myself you are guaranteed a National Tour Guide as your driver. Multi day tours available on request.This tour is a Viator Badge of Excellence award winner.
Visit the world famous Blarney Castle,kiss the Blarney stone and get the gift of the gab for life before relaxing in the beautiful castle grounds.
Shopping at the biggest "Irish" shop in the world.
One of the oldest markets of its kind in Europe famously visited by Queen Elizabeth the 2nd in 2011.
See the beautiful gothic architecture built between 1864 and 1879,a religious site dating back to the 6th century,a must see on your cork visit.
Your name will be written on a laminated A4 page.
Blarney Castle/Cork City Minibus Tour with National Tour Guide. lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $769 per person for this Cork experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Your name will be written on a laminated A4 page. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyFeUUboyzUrvDiv1+a5o58M=.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 20 verified reviews; it is run by Cork City Taxi Tours. Most-mentioned highlights: USB outlet in back of vehicle for customers use to keep phones/cameras charged.(Bring your own cable/cord to fit USB outlet).; Air-conditioned vehicle.
Sean was great. Very knowledgeable and helpful! Changed the tour to what we wanted. Would definitely use him agian.
Thanks so much Tabetha for the great review, lovely to meet you all and hope to see you all again sometime.
This was such a great experience. Sean was great. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had a fabulous time.
Thanks so much for the great review Charlotte, hope to see you all again sometime, Kind regards, Sean.
Sean is a great guide and gives a lot of history if both Cork and Ireland. We saw lots of sites and he got us to y The Barney stone early and we avoided the normal 2 hour wait
Thanks Bob for the great review, enjoy the rest of your cruise and lovely to meet you all.
Sean was great. He got us on the road early to beat the rush to kiss the Blarney Stone, which was the best advice. It saved us two hours of waiting. He was very knowledgeable and funny, played us a few historical songs, and was very accommodating. Highly recommend.
Thanks so much for the great review Amy, lovely to meet you and your family hope to see you all again sometime.
IWe had an amazing time on the excursion with Sean! His enthusiasm, knowledge, and great sense of humor made the entire day unforgettable. Each stop was well-planned and offered a unique slice of Irish culture and history. Blarney Castle & Gardens was absolutely magical. Sean gave us just the right amount of time to explore, kiss the Blarney Stone, and enjoy the stunning grounds. Blarney Woollen Mills, is the perfect place for picking up quality souvenirs. St. Anne’s Church was another highlight—ringing the Shandon Bells and seeing panoramic views of Cork City was something we will never forget. And finishing up at the English Market, where Sean shared some fun facts (including Queen Elizabeth II’s visit!), was the perfect end to a delightful tour. Sean also walked us down to a really great pub called Clancy’s and made sure that we got a table for lunch. Sean’s passion for Irish heritage really shone through, and his engaging commentary brought each location to life. Highly recommend this excursion and especially Sean as your guide. Thanks Sean for sharing your stories & music! ☘️
Thanks so much Kerry for the great review, much appreciated, hope to see you all again sometime.
Sean is engaging, knowledgeable and provides history when talking about Cork. He has spent his life there so has extra incite & knows the area well. He’s and excellent driver & made sure we got the most out of our time. I highly recommend Sean Houlihan for a delightful and personalized experience.
Thanks so much for the great review Sharon, hope to meet you all again sometime,kind regards, Sean.
The tour was a fantastic experience, through beautiful scenic places in the countryside of County Cork. Sean is truly an expert with incredible in-depth knowledge of all places visited, and he’ll share with you many interesting anecdotes from start to finish. He is also extremely helpful and flexible. Highly recommended!
Hi Federica, thanks so much for the great review,hope to see you again sometime.
We loved this whole day! We enjoyed Blarney Castle, shopping in the woolen mills, seeing the city, and visiting the Middleton Distillery. Sean is a fabulous guide. He helped us arrange the day with clear communication prior to our trip. He gave us spot-on suggestions, and kept us on schedule so that we could see all that we had planned. He made our trip extra special by sharing historical and cultural stories and music. This was a perfect day from start to finish.
Thanks Doreen for the great review, it was a pleasure having your family on tour and so glad ye enjoyed the day, hope to see you all again sometime.
Sean was a great guide and even though it was rainy in the morning, he made the tour interesting and knowledgeable. He even made some changes mid tour due to the rain to give us better experiences elsewhere. I highly recommend booking this tour!
Many thanks Curtis for the great review, it was a pleasure having you both on tour and hope to see ye again sometime.
Highly recommended. If you wish to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the stone you must get there before the tour buses and crowds arrive. Our guide picked us up and got us there in time for very short 30 minute queue. When we left the area the line looked to be 1 1/2-2 hour queue. Continued visiting other sites with great information provided by our guide.
Many thanks for the great review Gary,hope to see you all again sometime.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blarney Castle/Cork City Minibus Tour with National Tour Guide. | 5 hours | 4.8 (20) | $769 | |
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