In The Steps Of Great Men Explore Historic Tipperary
- 6–7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the rich heritage of Tipperary on this unique tour connecting you to U.S. Presidents Barack Obama and George Washington. Start in Roscrea, where ancient roads intertwine with a majestic castle. Visit Shinrone, the birthplace of Obama’s ancestors, and explore its historic church with the oldest turret clock in Offaly. Enjoy a tour of the eco-village in Cloughjordan, including a visit to the MacDonagh Museum. Experience organic farming at Cloncannon Bio-Farm and meet Seán O’Farrell, who shares captivating stories of the land’s history and biodiversity. This 6-hour tour is perfect for history enthusiasts aged 16 and above. - Duration: 6 hours with a 10:00 AM start from Roscrea - Visit significant historical sites linked to Barack Obama and George Washington - Explore Cloughjordan's eco-village and MacDonagh Museum - Engage with local farmers and learn about sustainable practices at Cloncannon Bio-Farm
Inclusions
What's included
- All entry fees. private guide, Information handout's.
What's not
- Meals
Itinerary
Our accredited guide will meet you at 9.45 at the main entrance of the Castle and will be wearing a Green Door Tours jacket. From there we will enter Damer House together and proceed to the castle for a 45 minute tour.
This is our first stop as we drive up a tree lined avenue. St Mary's Church of Ireland was built in 1821. It is the church where Barack Obama's maternal ancestors worshipped. Parish registers unearthed more than 40 members of the Kearney family and at least 15 ancestors including 8 children, buried in the graveyard of this church. The young Edward Hand was baptized and also worshipped here before studying to become a doctor, politician and eventually serving as George Washington's Adjutant General during the American Revolutionary War and serving at Fort Pitt. There will be access to the church interior.
Our next stop will be for lunch at the community café in Cloughjordan (at your own expense) From there we will walk to the Thomas MacDonagh Museum and allow ourselves to process the enormous sacrifice this poet and patriot gave up during the Gaelic Revival and his support for the 1916 Easter Rising which led to his execution along with 16 others. View the rare and important material within the Museum's collection : art, language, literature, music and history.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Green Door Irish Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Kilkenny
- Its from-price is 592% above the median of the 37 experiences we list in Kilkenny.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kilkenny
Kilkenny is a medieval city on the River Nore in south-east Ireland, with a Norman castle, a round tower and narrow lanes called slips.
Kilkenny grew along a ridge above the River Nore, and the Medieval Mile links its Norman castle at one end with St Canice's Cathedral at the other. The castle, rebuilt many times, was the seat of the Butler family for centuries and now has a picture gallery and rose gardens. St Canice's has a medieval round tower that can be climbed for a view of the roofs.
Top-ranked sights in Kilkenny: St. Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower.
