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Free Tour Cork City: The history and secrets of the "Rebel County"

Duration: 1h and 45min
Languages: Catalan, Spanish
Guru: Laia
Registered on February 28, 2023

Hello! I'm Laia, a guide in Cork city. I'm originally from Catalonia, but I moved to Cork in 2022 and I've been here ever since. For me, Cork is a very special city and I want it to be for you too. I have studies in humanities and geography of tourism, and nowadays I work as a guide in several museums in Cork. I'm a big fan of history and discovering cultures that I didn't know about, whether current or ancient. I love to travel, discover and explore, whether alone or with good company :)

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

During this tour we will discover together the history not only of Ireland, but of Cork, going back to Viking times and discovering the first settlement of this city. Through the various battles and conflicts experienced in Cork, which are not few, we will learn not only the history, but also the culture, geography and politics of Cork. Going through the War of Independence, the conflicts between Catholics and Protestants, the results of the Great Famine or potato crisis... all this following the path of the River Lee that will transport us to the most important and outstanding points of this city.

What are we going to visit?

  • The tour will begin at the gates of St Fin Barre's Cathedras
  • Keyser's Hill / Elizabeth Fort
  • Beamish old factory
  • The national monument
  • English Market
  • Crawford Gallery
  • Without E
  • Patricks Hill (end of tour)


The approximate duration of the tour is 1 hour and a half - 2 hours.
Ireland in general is famous for its rainy weather, so during this tour I would recommend appropriate rain footwear and waterproof clothing.

If what you are looking for is to get to know the city of Cork, its history and its culture, this is your Tour :)

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Bishop St, The Lough, Cork, Ireland
    Bishop St, The Lough, Cork, Ireland
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    I'll be standing right at the entrance to Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral with a yellow umbrella in my hand.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Elizabeth Fort
  • 3
    Outside visit
    National Monument
  • 4
    Outside visit
    The English Market
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Crawford Art Gallery
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Sin é
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Patrick's Hill

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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