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Cork Chat and History Walking Tour

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

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!

What's Included

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

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    1 Emmett Place
    Centre, Cork, T12 YHN7, Ireland

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    St Patrick Street

    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!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    The English Market

    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
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    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!
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    Coal Quay Market

    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.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    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'!
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    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.
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    Bishop Lucey Park

    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.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cork Chat and History Walking Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-415231P1

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    What's Included

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

    Additional Info

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

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