Get to know Cork,
the Real Capital.
Walk the old city with a local guide who tells Cork's stories where they happened. Small groups, an easy pace, every weekend.
Every guest gets a free Cork history book.
on foot
€15 child
13:30
"Patrick showed us around the city and had a wealth of knowledge. A very interesting tour - would highly recommend."
"Patrick is a very knowledgeable, friendly tour guide. We learned a lot of interesting things about Cork and Ireland as a whole."
"Extremely informative and interesting, thank you for a great tour."
"Wonderful walk with tour guide Patrick! Patrick has a depth of knowledge on the area, and the wider history of Cork and Ireland. There's a wonderful lilt to his accent that makes the tour all the more enjoyable!"
"Exceptional tour, great guide, beautiful experience!"
"Fantastic. I had never done a walking tour solo ever so Patrick's touringcork walk was my first and definitely did not disappoint."
Why walk with TouringCork?
The why behind the city.
Most tours give you dates and buildings. We tell the stories behind them: why the city flooded, why butter made it rich, and how a Cork professor's logic ends up in your phone.
75 to 90 minutes, easy pace.
A small-group walk through the city centre. No bus, no filler.
A local guide, every time.
Patrick researches, writes and leads every walk himself, and reads the group as he goes, so no two walks run exactly the same.
€25, and a free book to take home.
Every guest gets a free digital Cork history book and a discount on our Cork Stories collection.
Pick your date.
Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 and 13:30. Meet at The Counting House, South Main Street, Cork.
Questions? We're easy to reach.
For private group bookings, school tours, family rates, or anything else, drop us a line.
Bespoke bookings
School tours, corporate groups and private bookings, tailored to you.
Get in touch →The Counting House, South Main Street
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour, and how far do we walk?
About 75–90 minutes on foot, looping through the old heart of the city. The route covers some uneven and cobbled streets.
When do tours run?
Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 and 13:30, year-round.
Where do we meet?
The Counting House on South Main Street, in the old Beamish & Crawford brewery. Look for your guide in the red jacket and arrive about five minutes early.
How much does it cost?
Adult €25, Under-18 & Student (with valid ID) €15. Get in touch about family rates and private bookings.
How do I book and pay?
Book through the calendar above. Payment is taken securely at the time of booking, and we never store your card details.