Why choose this Cork tour ?
Overview of your Kinsale and Cork City tour:
Kinsale is a historic port and fishing town on Ireland’s south east coast, near the old Head of Kinsale. It is famously known for its Michelin-starred Bastion restaurants and for holding annual gourmet food festivals.
The town also has notable buildings, which include Desmond Castle, the 17th-century pentagonal bastion fort of James Fort on Castlepark peninsula, and Charles Fort.
From 1694, Kinsale served as a supply base for the Royal Navy vessels for the South of Ireland and due to this a number of storehouses were built. Then in 2005, Kinsale became Ireland’s second Fair Trade Town, with Clonakilty being the first.
It is a vibrant towm with bright streets and was rated among the 20 most beautiful villages in the UK and Ireland in 2020.
Enjoy viewing Charles Fort, Kinsale Town and a view of the Old Head Golf Course before returning to Cork City for further fun!
Make the most of your Cork adventure
What makes Kinsale and Cork City Centre Full Day Tour in Ireland a unique experience ?
We will spend approximately 1 hour at Charles Fort. Charles Fort is a classic example of a late 17th-century star-shaped fort. As one of the largest military installations in the country, Charles Fort has been associated with some well-known events in Irish history. From the Fort, you will also enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Kinsale Harbour and the West Cork coast.
Here, visitors will see the golf course and historic views of Kinsale. I’ll also take some time to tell you the story of the ‘Lusitania’ and its tragic sinking off Kinsale’s coast.
Next we will go to Kinsale where you will enjoy 1.5 hours free-time! Kinsale is known as one of the prettiest towns in Cork. Nestling in the shelter of Kinsale Harbour this town is truly a joy to explore. Walk the medieval lane ways and visit some of the historic buildings. There is a great selection of small shops, and if you are hungry a wide choice of lunch options. Kinsale is well known as the gourmet capital of Ireland, so you have an opportunity at this lunch stop to taste many local dishes along with a vast array of seafood plates.
After covering Kinsale, we’d go back to Cork City and cover historic highlights of the city.
-First, the English Market.
-Next, St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral.
-Afterwards, Cork City Gaol.
-Later, The Bells of Shandon.
-We’d also enjoy the older streets of Cork which cannot be reached by larger coaches.
-At last, you’d be driven back to your accomodation
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Kinsale and Cork City Centre Full Day Tour in Ireland
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Pickup included
- English-Speaking Guide
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- Admission to Charles Fort -approximately 4 to 5 Euros
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Val Calnan.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Dublin.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
