Cork and Blarney Castle Visit from Cobh by Train

4.6
(106 reviews)

6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Depart Cobh Railway Station for a scenic train ride to Cork to visit the Blarney Castle and Gardens on this 6.5-hour tour. Kiss the Blarney Stone if you want, then explore Cork on a city tour, before returning to Cobh. Once you’re back in Cobh, visit the cemetery to learn about the victims of the Lusitania, before being returned to your ship.

What's Included

Live commentary on board the coach
Fully escorted by host on train
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Cobh Train Station

Check in at the Victorian Cóbh Railway Station at 09:10 for the 09:30am departure with our representatives in bright yellow jackets. There is a special entrance gate from the cruise pier into Cóbh Railway Station. Please note train departure time may vary depending on cruise ship schedule.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Blarney Castle & Gardens

    Check-in at the Victorian Cobh Railway Station at 9:50am for the 10am departure of your train. Enjoy a scenic rail journey from Cobh, along the banks of the River Lee with views of Blackrock Castle before arriving into Cork Kent Station. Transfer to Blarney Castle and Gardens, where you can kiss the famous Blarney Stone if you want. There will be free time for shopping and lunch (at own expense) at Blarney Village. Then explore Cork on a city tour, where you will experience the sights and sounds of the famous English Market during your brief visit.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    St Colman’s Cathedral

    Return to Cobh to visit the fabulous Cobh Cathedral, St Colman’s. See Cobh cemetery and the mass graves of the Lusitania victims, as well as the grave of Jack Doyle.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
Supplied by Railtours Ireland First Class

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Cancellation Policy

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