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- English
This guided walking tour reveals the diverse and interesting background of Cork City Centre. It highlights the maritime, merchant and social history of Ireland's second City. The tour is guided by local professionals with insights and stories that the travel guides miss!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Fàilte 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.
Tour ends outside the entrance to the world famous English Market
Itinerary
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1Cork City Tourist Information Centre
Guide will meet you here and introduce themselves and update you on health and safety and content of the tour
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2St Patrick Street
See the meandering route of the Main Street and the remaining boathouse entrances
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Opera Lane (Pass by)
Walk along Cork's newest street and plan what shops to visit in your free time !
Admission ticket free -
3Crawford Art Gallery
Learn of the fascinating emergence of Corks most renowned gallery and its amazing exhibits
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Rory Gallagher Place - Cork City
Visit the Rory Gallagher Memorial and hear of the great performers connections to Cork and his musical achievements
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Huguenot 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
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Coal Quay Market (Pass by)
Learn about the past importance of this once maritime marketplace
Admission ticket free -
6Grand Parade
Stroll along this resplendent street learning about the Berwick fountain, Bishop Lucey Park and Grand Lodge of Tuckey Street
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Nano 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
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8South 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
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9The 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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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