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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Welcome to Cork, the rebel city of Ireland. Over the centuries, the city survived and flourished, despite Viking invasion and later Irish Civil War. This city is an architectural delight for visitors. Today, many of Cork's tourist attractions recollect its long history, and you'll find it to be an energetic, bustling city with lots of things to do. Explore its magnificent churches, the aromatic English Market, its narrow streets crammed with shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants, and stretch your legs by walking along the scenic river Lee. As you stroll from site to site in this charm-laden city, you will hear fun facts and tales about its rich history, culture, and people
You will learn about:
Monastic settlement
Viking invaders
Norseman settlers
Trading centre in the global Scandinavian trade network
Barony of Cork City
Black Death
Wars of the Roses
Irish nationalist city
Burning of Cork
Irish Civil War
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Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
Private guided Tour
Local Guide who will be with your group only
Gratuities
Entrance fees
Departure Point
48 Grand Parade, Centre, Cork, T12 PY86, Ierland
Cork, Cork, Ireland You will see:
National Monument
Nano Nagle Bridge
Cork City Club
Oliver Plunkett Street
Berwick Fountain
Bishop Lucey Park
English Market
Queen's Old Castle
Cork Vision Centre
St. Peter and Paul's Church
St. Patrick's Street
Father Mathew Statue
Shandon District
Cork Butter Museum
St. Anne's Church in Shandon
Wheelchair accessible
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
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Nancy_T
19 Sep 2025
Our guide Adina was excellent. Very knowledgeable and accommodating. She told us all about the history.
Elena_V
16 Sep 2025
Our private tour of Cork with Noel was a truly exceptional experience. Noel was an outstanding guide who shared his deep knowledge of the city and its history with great enthusiasm. We were particularly captivated by his passion for Ireland's struggle for independence; he brought this pivotal period to life with compelling stories and insights.
Beyond the historical details, Noel was also very open and friendly, patiently answering all of our questions about what life is like in Ireland today. His genuine love for his country was evident in every story he told, making the tour both informative and incredibly personal. We left with a much deeper appreciation for Cork and Ireland as a whole. We highly recommend Noel for anyone seeking a knowledgeable and passionate guide.
Robert_P
08 Sep 2025
Noel did an excellent job of giving us an introduction to Cork. We got a nice overview of the culture and history of the city and it’s importance to Ireland.
This tour in
Ireland
is organized by
Global Guide Services
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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