James is knowledgeable and humorous. Good history lesson Well thought out route and good working order bikes.





Discover Cork with a local guide on this relaxed small-group bike tour. Over 2.5 hours you'll explore riverside paths, parks, historic neighbourhoods and many of Cork's best-known landmarks. By bike, you'll cover far more ground than a walking tour while still having plenty of time to stop for stories, photos and a closer look at the places that make Cork unique. Highlights include Fitzgerald's Park, University College Cork, St Fin Barre's Cathedral, Shandon and the River Lee. Along the way you'll hear stories about Cork's history, culture and everyday life from a Cork-born guide. With a choice of standard bikes or e-bikes, this tour is an ideal introduction to Cork and a great way to get your bearings early in your visit. • Small-group guided bike tour • See more of Cork than on a typical walking tour • Visit Cork's landmarks, parks and riverside paths • Learn about Cork's history, culture and local life • Local recommendations for food, music and places to visit
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Pass Crawford Art Gallery in historic Emmet Place, one of Cork's cultural hubs. Surrounded by elegant Georgian buildings and overlooked by Cork Opera House, this area has been at the centre of the city's artistic and cultural life for generations. Learn about its history and importance to modern Cork.
Pass the Butter Museum and hear how Cork became one of the world's largest butter export centres. Discover how the butter trade helped shape the city's economy and influenced Cork's development for centuries. Learn why Cork is home to one of the world's only museums dedicated to butter.
Stop in Fitzgerald's Park, one of Cork's most beautiful green spaces. Enjoy views of the River Lee as you explore tree-lined pathways, sculptures and gardens that change with the seasons. Along the way, hear about the 1902 Cork International Exhibition and discover local favourites including the Cork Disco Tree, rose garden and lily pond.
Visit Daly's Bridge, Cork's famous Shaky Bridge. Cross this historic suspension bridge, discover how it earned its nickname and enjoy views of the River Lee and the surrounding riverside scenery.
Visit the grounds of St Fin Barre's Cathedral and admire one of Cork's most impressive buildings. Learn about a site that has been associated with Christian worship for over 1,500 years while taking in the cathedral's striking neo-Gothic architecture. On a sunny day, it is one of the city's most photographed landmarks.
See Cork's National Monument and learn about some of the key events in Ireland's journey towards independence. Located in the heart of the city, the monument commemorates important figures and uprisings that helped shape modern Irish history.
Visit the grounds of University College Cork, one of Ireland's most attractive university campuses. Explore its historic grounds, impressive architecture and beautiful gardens while learning about the university's history and its important role in Cork city life. Keep an eye out for some of the campus's most distinctive buildings and hidden gems.
Tour includes a stop aSee the famous Shandon Bells and the distinctive red sandstone tower of St Anne's Church, one of Cork's most recognisable landmarks. Learn about the history of this historic neighbourhood and discover why generations of Cork people have looked to Shandon as a symbol of their city.t St. Annes Church
Stop in Bishop Lucey Park, a recently refurbished green space in the heart of Cork City. Overlooking the busy Grand Parade and close to the English Market, the park offers a peaceful contrast to the surrounding streets. Discover sections of Cork's medieval city walls, see Christchurch and hear stories that bring Cork's history to life.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cork City Bike Tour | Local Guide | E-Bikes Available lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
Prices start at $63 per person for this Cork experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Meet on the riverside of St Patrick’s Quay, directly across from 33 St Patrick’s Quay Car Park, roughly halfway between Mary Elmes Bridge and Brian Boru Bridge. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 87 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Beyond the Glass.
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James is knowledgeable and humorous. Good history lesson Well thought out route and good working order bikes.
Really nice tour! The ebikes were fun taking us where our feet could not with limited time. Mikey was a great guide keeping us safe seeing the hot spots and historical places of Cork. Lots of history and funny stories shared.
Great tour with James today. Really nice guy, made the our fun and interesting. Information provided in advance perfect. Thanks
Mikey was our guide. His was very passionate about his hometown Cork! We enjoyed the tour & history of Cork!
Thanks Janice. Great to hear you enjoyed the tour with Mikey and his stories about Cork.
James was excellent he was very knowledgeable about Cork and the history of the city! And he told it in a very colourful way! Very enjoyable!
Very happy you all enjoyed the Cork city cycle tour. It was a pleasure to have the four of you on the tour. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Cork. All the best for the remainder of your trip.
Super nice and seen a lot of beautiful things! Good guide Mikey who knew a lot to tell! Cork is a beautiful city!
Thanks for the review, and glad you enjoyed the experience.
I thought it was something wonderful, the guide obviously loves Cork, and shares it with a passion !!
Glad you enjoyed the Cycle tour and we appreceate the review. Mikey and James
Great guides and loads of information. Our questions were answered and we were cared for with kindness.
Thanks for taking the time to review the Cork Cycle Tour. Hope you enjoyed the remainder of your time in Cork.
Excellent information about the city of Cork and its history. We learned about the sport of hurling and even got to try it firsthand which was really fun. The ride was not too strenuous and perfect for all range of family members.
Hi Allen, It was lovely to have you and your family on my Cork City Cycle Tour. I am delighted you enjoyed the experience. Thank you, James
James was our guide and he was amazing! It was the best tour we have done in comparison to the hop on hop off bus and the the other tour buses we have experienced!!!
I am delighted you enjoyed the experience. I try to keep the Cycle Tour of Cork informative and entertaining. Thanks for the review!
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