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Blarney Castle, Kinsale & Cork City Centre

5.024 reviewsBlarney Stone

  • 7 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Overview of your Cork tour: Did you know that the Blarney Castle originally dates from before the 12th Century? It has beautiful stone fortifications, accessible rooms and battlements, and it's surrounded with gorgeous extensive gardens which in and of themselves present various attractions such as several natural rock formations. At the top of the castle lies the Stone of Eloquence - better known as the Blarney Stone. Here, you'll be able to hang upside down over a sheer drop to kiss the stone (which is said to give you the gift of eloquence). There are paths touring the grounds that lead to the Blarney House, which overlooks a nearby lake. Enjoy an idyllic day in the beautiful Blarney village and venture exploring the Blarney Castle and its grounds, before returning to Cork City for further exploration of our culture!

Inclusions

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's not

  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Blarney castle

Itinerary

  1. - The tour will start with you being picked up at an agreed upon location. - We'll then enjoy a short drive to the village of Blarney. - On arrival, we'll marvel at the beautiful Blarney Castle views as I tell you about its history. - We'll continue to explore the beautiful Castle gardens and grounds. - Later, you'll have the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone!

    3 h

  2. - Next, we'll visit the Woolen Mills, where I'll share some of its extensive history and point out Irish based products for purchase.

    1.5 h

  3. - Afterwards, we'll return to Cork City where you'll experience some of it's history through my guidance. - On arrival, we'll visit the English Market. - We'll then go to St. Fin Barre's Cathedral. - Next, we'll pass by the Cork City Gaol. - We'll continue towards The Bells of Shandon. - We'd also enjoy the older streets of Cork which cannot be reached by larger coaches. - At last, you'll be driven back to your accomodation. This itinerary could be customized upon request.

    2.5 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Val Calnan
  • 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

How it compares in Cork

  • Its from-price is 48% above the median of the 44 day trips we list in Cork.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 11 of 44.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cork

Cork is Ireland's second city, a river town of steep lanes, a covered market, church bells and a strong food reputation.

Cork centres on an island in the River Lee, with channels of water, bridges and a mix of Georgian streets and Victorian shopfronts. The English Market, a covered food hall that dates to 1788, sells fish, cheese, spiced beef and baked goods. St Anne's Shandon has a tower topped by a golden salmon, and visitors can ring its bells. St Fin Barre's Cathedral rises in the French Gothic style.

Top-ranked sights in Cork: Blarney Stone, Kinsale, The English Market.

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