Cork walking tour with a local

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- Option 1: 1-hour solo traveller
- Option 2: 1-hour group tour
- Option 3: 2-hour solo traveller
- Option 4: 2-hour group tour
- Option 5: 3-hour solo traveller
- Option 6: 3-hour group tour
Discover Cork’s rich culinary heritage on a guided food tour through the city centre. Begin at the historic English Market, a cornerstone of Cork’s food culture since 1788, where you'll sample local favourites including soda bread with Irish butter, black pudding, artisan sausages, farmhouse cheeses and seasonal produce. Learn about the market’s significance and its place in the city’s history.Continue to a traditional Irish pub and enjoy a tasting of Irish stew or seafood chowder served with soda bread, accompanied by a choice of Irish whiskey, apple cider or apple juice. Along the way, hear stories about the role of pubs in Cork’s social and culinary traditions. The experience continues at a local café, where freshly baked scones with jam and cream are served with Irish coffee or artisan tea. Discover Cork’s baking heritage and the evolution of Ireland’s café culture.You'll also visit an artisan sweet shop to sample local treats such as toffee, honeycomb sweets, handcrafted chocolates and seasonal pastries.The tour concludes at the English Market with additional tastings of premium Irish butter, cheeses and artisanal products, along with recommendations for local specialities to take home.
Highlights
- You'll taste a variety of Cork's most loved local specialities
- It's a great way to explore the historic English Market
- You'll enjoy traditional Irish dishes in a local pub
- The tour includes sweet treats, artisan products and local stories
- You'll discover Cork's rich culinary heritage with expert insights
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Activity package
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
3 hours
Available in English, Spanish, Portuguese
What's included
- Guided walking tour
- Local guide
Not included
- Entrance fees
- Transportation
Where you'll meet
Please arrive on time for the scheduled tour.
Operated by
Humrahe Limited
Important information
Know in advance:
* Expect a cultural experience like a friend is showing you around. This tour is not a historical tour
* Children under 3 years old can join free of charge
* When visiting attractions that require an entry fee, please ensure that you cover the guide’s admission cost
* Notify the local provider at least 3 days in advance of any special requirements. Find their contact information on the voucher you'll receive after booking
Remember to bring:
* Comfortable shoes are recommended