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Cork City Ramble: Guided Walking Tour Highlighting Diverse Irish History
4.8
222 Ratings
Cork
This enlightening stroll through Cork City Centre showcases the rich, varied, and engaging past of Ireland’s secondary metropolis. It shines a light on the port, mercantile and societal narratives intrinsic to Cork. The tour is led by local experts who share unique perspectives and tales that conventional guide books overlook!
This enlightening stroll through Cork City Centre showcases the rich, varied, and engaging past of Ireland’s secondary metropolis. It shines a light on the port, mercantile and societal narratives intrinsic to Cork. The tour is led by local experts who share unique perspectives and tales that conventional guide books overlook!
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cork City Tourist Information Centre - Guide will meet you here and introduce themselves and update you on health and safety and content of the tour
- St Patrick Street - See the meandering route of the Main Street and the remaining boathouse entrances
- Opera Lane - Walk along Cork’s newest street and plan what shops to visit in your free…
- Cork City Tourist Information Centre - Guide will meet you here and introduce themselves and update you on health and safety and content of the tour
- St Patrick Street - See the meandering route of the Main Street and the remaining boathouse entrances
- Opera Lane - Walk along Cork’s newest street and plan what shops to visit in your free time !
- Crawford Art Gallery - Learn of the fascinating emergence of Corks most renowned gallery and its amazing exhibits
- Rory Gallagher Place - Cork City - Visit the Rory Gallagher Memorial and hear of the great performers connections to Cork and his musical achievements
- Huguenot Cemetery - Hear the story of the arrival of the Huguenots to Cork and their subsequent influence and impact on the commercial and political life of Cork
- Coal Quay Market - Learn about the past importance of this once maritime marketplace
- Grand Parade - Stroll along this resplendent street learning about the Berwick fountain, Bishop Lucey Park and Grand Lodge of Tuckey Street
- Nano Nagle Bridge - Learn the moving story of the pioneering achievements of Nano Nagle at the first bridge in Cork city named after a woman. See the locations of the nearby Fortress and Cathedral
- South Mall - Learn of the commercial importance of this business street and see more examples of the boathouse entrances. See the war memorial and the National memorial
- The English Market - Tour concludes outside the main entrance to the English Market, learn about the origin and operation of the market, Queen Elizabeth visit and the amazing array of foodstuffs and traditional fare in this vibrant market.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- All Fees and Taxes
Location
125 St Patrick's St
Saint Patrick's Street
FÃ ilte Ireland Tourist information Office on the corner of Patrick Street directly opposite the famous Fr. Matthew Statue near St Patrick's Bridge. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(222 Ratings)
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Bigteemay
Aug 24, 2025
Great history of Cork. - Gerald was a great guide and historian of Cork. The tour was informative and engaging. While we were there on a busy day, he did a good job of getting us to a spot where he could communicate without too much noise.
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Jaimie
Aug 17, 2025
Worth The Time - A perfect guide — a retired journalist, who worked over 40 years for Cork’s daily. He had many interesting stories, in the true tradition of Irish Storytelling.
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Laura_f
Aug 16, 2025
Totally worth it - Great context to understanding the city and historical aspects. Very enjoyable. Just right length of time. Guide was fantastic. Very personable.
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Robert_s
Aug 7, 2025
Excellent Historical Tour - Excellent economically priced tour of the downtown Cork area and a great explanation of its history.
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Nancy_l
Aug 7, 2025
Great overview of Cork - Fair amount of walking but nothing most can’t handle. Interesting history of Cork, without being solely about religion. Friendly and knowledgeable and respectful guide.
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Regina_p
Jul 31, 2025
An overview of Cork and Some History - Educational and fun, but be prepared to walk around Cork. Our guide Eddie was enthusiastic, informative, and articulate.
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Maria_m
Jul 26, 2025
Great walking tour of... - Great walking tour of Cork city. Noel was very knowledgeable and personable. It was great to hear all the little stories about sites and areas that we would have just walked right by and not have realized the significance.
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Robyn_g
Jul 25, 2025
Fun Walking tour, thankyou City of Cork. - 14/5/25. Arrived in Port of Cork from cruise ship. Caught the train (across the road from ship) to city. Met our local guide, Adeen. What a gem! Not only had a lovely accent but she was funny, had great stories to tell. 6 of us in walking tour made it personal and easy to hear. Just loved the time spent here. Would go back just to see more of the city.
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Camper40165062794
Jul 29, 2025
Interesting city tour that keeps what it promises - Very nice, competent tour guide who spoke very understandably. Unfortunately ES was a bit difficult to hear, DA the street noise (cars, street musicians, Palestine demonstration) was too loud. It would have been better if we had been equipped with headphones. All in all very good, interesting city tour that keeps what it promises.
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Richardgu3766fg
Jul 30, 2025
Would've been nice if we found it! - Get clear, specific directions to the starting point before you go. Streets are not labeled well, street numbers are inconsistent,- and generally not visible, AND many people will give you wrong directions! A store manager directly across the street sent us 5 blocks out of the way and we ended up missing the tour. Yeah, it's hard to believe but true.
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