Tales of heroes and villains from Cork's Rebel past!
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Uncover the heart and soul of the people of Cork on this exciting storytelling walking tour.
Hear tales of heroes and villains from Cork's Rebel past. Take a whirlwind tour of the city during Ireland's formative years and capture the real spirit of Cork - the "Rebel City".
Discover one of Cork's oldest pubs and stay for a pint or two with Dara, your Rebel guide after the tour.
Book your Rebel Walking Tour today, and get ready to uncover the real character of Cork in an unforgettable adventure!
from €20 per adult
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✅ For info on private tours - contact us
✅ Lowest price guarantee
✅ Free 24 hours cancellation
✅ Ages 12-100
✅ Max. of 28 per group
✅ Duration: 80 minutes
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✅ Mobile ticket
✅ English language only
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✅ Walking tour of Cork City featuring stories from her Rebel past.
✅ Meet a local Cork legend (most days)
✅ Visit local attractions and landmarks
❌ Alcoholic Beverages
❌ Lunch
You'll enjoy hearing tales about Cork history, culture, and architecture on this tour. All told by an expert storyteller with a passion for his hometown of Cork.
Let our knowledgeable guide and immersive storytelling cast you back into a world of exciting tales of spies, tragic love stories and assassinations on the streets over 100 years ago in the city.
You will also visit local attractions such as the Red Haired Girl Mural, Nano Nagle Place and Red Abbey. This tour is perfect for getting your bearing in the city and discovering things to do.
You'll also get to meet a local Cork City legend (most days). And you'll be invited for a drink in one of Cork's oldest pubs.
Meeting Point: Berwick Fountain, Grand Parade, Centre, Cork, Ireland.
Meet at the Berwick fountain on the Grand Parade in Cork city - near the English Market. Your tour guide (Dara) will be there wearing his 1920’s-inspired outfit. You can’t miss him.
If you are arriving in Cork by Ferry or by Cruise Ship, pls. inform us beforehand so we can guide you. You can take a short taxi/train journey into city center.
Tour end point is a short walk from tour starting point.
Berwick Fountain, Grand Parade, Center, Cork, Ireland
✅ Wheelchair accessible
✅ Service animals allowed
✅ Near public transportation
Cancel more than 24 hours before tour start time for a full refund.
When will my booking be confirmed?
Your booking will be confirmed on ticket purchase.
What should I wear on the tour?
Wear layers of clothing you can remove. With a light waterproof layer on top. Comfortable shoes are a plus!
Do I need to be fit?
By participating in this tour, you pledge that you have no heart problems or other serious medical conditions
This is an 80 min walking tour at an easy pace with no hills. Distance: 2.1 km.
What about the weather?
Tour will take place in the rain under normal circumstances. If this experience is cancelled due to really poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
Will I be notified if the tour is rescheduled?
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
What is the largest group size?
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travellers
If you have questions about the tour.
Contact us on WhatsApp (see green popup below) or at 00 353 21 241 1894.
Setting the scene:
The tour begins with an introduction to Ireland's struggle for independence. Told through the lens of the War of Independence in Cork City.
Tragic tales of love and loss. Exciting ambushes on the streets. Daring tales of assassination. Recounting the story from both sides of the struggle.
Duration: 10 minutes
A: Douglas Street, Douglas St, Cork City
The Killing of Tadhg O'Sullivan:
Tadhg - a local GAA (Irish football) star - and tough guerrilla fighter, is a being hunted by the authorities after participating in the Barrack Street ambush nearby. We find out what happened to young Tadhg on Douglas Street.
Duration: 10 minutes
B: Cork City Country Club, South Mall
The Assassination of the police commissioner: We relive the assassination of British Crown police commissioner Smyth in the Cork City country club on South Mall: 'Shoot on sight' Smyth was a controversial figure in the city. We talk a little about his background.
Duration: 10 minutes
C: Patrick Street, Center, Cork.
The Burning of Cork: Cork city, burned to the ground by Crown forces. Find out what happened and why.
Duration: 10 minutes
D: St. Peter and Paul's Church, Paul St. Cork City, Cork T12 K8VO Ireland.
Cork city's most tragic love story: Michael Fitzgerald, a young Irish fighter in the struggle was captured in battle. After going on hunger strike his dying wish was to be married to his love - Miss Condon. We find out what happened next.
Duration: 10 minutes
E: Grand Parade (Grafton Mall), Centre, Cork, Co. Cork, Ireland
Learn about two high-level spies operating intelligence headquarters right under the nose of the British army. These two young entrepreneurs were the eyes-and-ears of the Cork Brigade of Rebels. What secret kept them safe?
Duration: 10 minutes
Plus: we’ll visit a famous Cork mural, the National Monument, Cork’s oldest building and the home of a female saint and local hero - Nano Nagle.
After the tour my guests are invited to join me at Cork's oldest pub for a drink!
What our happy customers say!
Jenn. Walsh
Midelton, Cork City
Katerina
Essex, UK
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Lyon, Franc
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Which sites will I experience in Cork City during this tour?
During this experience, places you will visit include:
✅ St. Peter and Paul's Church in the city center
✅ The National Monument
✅ The famous red-haired girl mural
✅ Nano Nagle Place - home to a Cork feminist hero
✅ The Red Abbey - Cork's oldest building
✅ Meet a real Cork living legend (schedule permitting)
✅ Drink at one of Cork's oldest pubs
