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Cork Chat and History Walking Tour

5.0(5)Cork2 hours
VIATOR5.0(4)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)
Cork Chat and History Walking Tour
Cork Chat and History Walking Tour
Cork Chat and History Walking Tour
Cork Chat and History Walking Tour
Cork Chat and History Walking Tour
Cork Chat and History Walking Tour
Cork Chat and History Walking Tour

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$266 / person
Location
Cork, Ireland
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Tours of Cork
Meeting point
Up the hill to Shandon and look for the 'Goldie Fish'.

Description

Cork is a beautiful small city on the banks of the River Lee. The guide is a 'Registered National Tour Guide' and will show you all the highlights from St. Patrick's Street, affectionately known locally as 'Pana', where you will find a host of shops and see of Corkonians engaging in their favorite pastimes of meeting and chatting. We will see the famous English Market,  Ireland's oldest food market. Other jewels in the crown of Cork city are St. Finbarr's Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, University College Cork, and the Hugenot Graveyard. Shandon Bells at St. Anne's church is a must-see where you can get the best views of the city and rings the bells to your own tune! Or just take  wander through the historical lanes and imagine life in days gone by. The tour can be devised for you to include all the things that interest you from food and entertainment, to history and architecture, or music and culture. After this tour you will be an expert on all things Cork!

Tour Options

Cork Chat and History Walking Tour

Itinerary

St Patrick Street
10 min

St. Patrick's Street, known to locals as 'Pana' is the main shopping boulevard. It has a fascinating history including the Burning of Cork which took place in 1920. Hear the whole story!

The English Market
10 min

The oldest food market in Ireland, dating from 1788; this is still the best loved shopping experience in Cork. From cheeses to olives and even tripe and drisheen, the English Market is a world of wonder for foodies

St Fin Barre's Cathedral
Pass by

A magnificent cathedral deigned by architect William Burgess. It has a Gothic design similar to Notre Dame. See the famous angel who it is said will play her trumpet on the 'Last Day' to alert Corkonians to get into heaven!

Coal Quay Market
5 min

The old Corn Market and Coal Quay of Cork. The Corn Market dates from the 1720s and is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It also has the city crest of Cork, 1st used in 1458 and still in every day use today.

Rory Gallagher Place - Cork City
Pass by

A tribute to Rory Gallagher, one of the greatest guitarists of all time. Jimi Hendrix said he was the 'greatest guitarist in the world'!

Cork Vintage Quarter
Pass by

See the vintage and second hand shops that abound in Cork for a great and unusual array of clothing, books and all sorts of everything.

Bishop Lucey Park
5 min

When the city was first built it was fully walled. In Bishop Lucey Park you can see the remnants of the old city wall dating from the 12th Century.

What's included

Included
A wealth of information on all things Cork related! We can deliver a tour specific to tour interests

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Walking time is included in tour duration

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cork Chat and History Walking Tour take?

Cork Chat and History Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.

How much does Cork Chat and History Walking Tour cost?

Prices start at $266 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.

Can I cancel Cork Chat and History Walking Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Up the hill to Shandon and look for the 'Goldie Fish'. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Cork Chat and History Walking Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Reviews(5)

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Greg_G
April 21, 2026
Cork tour was terrific!

This tour was lovely. Our guide was extremely well-informed, generous with her time - and us - and Viator’s communication was fabulous. Cork is awesome and this tour helped make it so!

Operator response

Thank you so much for coming on a tour with us, it was a pleasure

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Crystal_M
February 27, 2026
Fun and engaging

Our tour guide was amazing. She was so funny and knowledgeable. She kept us engaged and made the tour interesting. She has unbelievable knowledge and love for Ireland. Would definitely recommend!

Operator response

Thanks Crystal, I am very pleased that you enjoyed our tour and hope the rest of your trip is fabulous!

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jpr2017fl
June 30, 2025
Cork walking tour with Neasa

Neasa was amazing. She knows so much about Cork and its history. Great walking tour. I would highly recommend her! We learned so much that we would have never known on our own.

Operator response

Thank you so much. Very much enjoyed showing you all around Cork. Hope the rest of your trip was great!

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Bruce_H
August 19, 2024
Cork city I deoth

Our guide Neasa was full of personality and knowledge. If you want to enjoy and learn about Cork City and its interesting history then she is an exceptional guide to request. I will recommend all my family and friends to use Neasa.

Operator response

Thanks Bruce, appreciate your kind review. I loved taking you and your buddies around Cork! Hope the rest of your trip is great. Neasa

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Renee_W
June 4, 2024
A Lovely, Interesting Tour of Cork

Cork is a lovely, interesting city. Neasa, our local guide, clearly loves showing folks around her beloved Cork. We showed up on a Sunday, and even though some locations were closed (the English Market), Neasa brought these spots alive. She has a wealth of knowledge and an ability to point out even the smallest details that would have been missed had we not hired her for the tour. Overall, this was one of our favorite walking tours that we booked while visiting Ireland.

Operator response

Thank you so much Renee, really enjoyed it.

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