Through unforgettable experiences created by the nationally and globally celebrated historian, Michael Martin, gain intriguing insights into Cork Harbour’s and Cork City’s rich maritime heritage. Get new perspectives into world changing events from the tragic sinking of RMS Lusitania in 1915, to the fascinating merchant city of Cork that witnessed famine.
From Cobh with its flood of emigration in the 19th Century, to the last port of call for the Titanic in 1912. The Titanic Trail and the Cork City Ramble delivers all of that and more!
Beautiful Cobh (formerly known as Queenstown) and Cork City still boast the original streets, buildings and piers of two centuries past and their guided experiences take place in the same physical environment where passengers embarked for the Titanic, where Huguenots sought refuge, where emigrants lined up for lifechanging journeys and where countless other voyages of exploration , trade and adventure began.
Engaging, touching, impeccably presented and researched; Titanic Trail Cobh and the Cork City Ramble walking tours have been filmed by numerous travel documentaries including 20th Century Fox and National Geographic.
Walking tour – 1 hour 25 minutes
Cork, more commonly known in Ireland as ‘The People’s Republic’, is a vibrant, inviting city that is full of local charming characters, delicious artisan food, history and culture. During this 75 minute scheduled public tour, participants get the opportunity to gain deep insighst into this exquisite city and its proud people. Known to be one of the most historically interesting urban walks in Ireland, learn of the waterways that run beneath the city streets, the Huguenot Quarter, the colourful and bustling markets, museums and characters that belong to Ireland’s delightful second capital city.
DURATION:
1 hour 25 minutes
SCHEDULE:
05/01/24-14/12/24 only
Tours run from Monday to Saturday at 10.30hrs.
05/01/25-14/12/25 only
Tours run from Monday to Saturday at 12.00hrs.
MEETING POINT:
Failte Ireland Office Patrick Street, Cork, T12 AE81
Please be advised that the tour runs with a minimum of 2 pax (40 pax max).
Must be pre-booked.
