What You Will Do
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!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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.
1
Cork City Tourist Information Centre
5 minutes
Guide will meet you here and introduce themselves and update you on health and safety and content of the tour
2
St Patrick Street
10 minutes
See the meandering route of the Main Street and the remaining boathouse entrances
3
Opera Lane
Walk along Cork's newest street and plan what shops to visit in your free time !
4
Crawford Art Gallery
5 minutes
Learn of the fascinating emergence of Corks most renowned gallery and its amazing exhibits
5
Rory Gallagher Place - Cork City
5 minutes
Visit the Rory Gallagher Memorial and hear of the great performers connections to Cork and his musical achievements
6
Huguenot Cemetery
5 minutes
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
7
Coal Quay Market
Learn about the past importance of this once maritime marketplace
8
Grand Parade
10 minutes
Stroll along this resplendent street learning about the Berwick fountain, Bishop Lucey Park and Grand Lodge of Tuckey Street
9
Nano Nagle Bridge
10 minutes
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
South Mall
5 minutes
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
11
The English Market
10 minutes
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.
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