Cobh Guided Tour
Tour Details
Are you ready to explore the last port of call of the Titanic and the stories of millions of Irish people who were forced to leave their country? At the indicated time, we'll meet at Cobh Heritage Centre, near the cruise terminal, to begin this guided tour of Cobh. This small coastal town in southern Ireland is sure to surprise you!
Once we're all ready, we'll begin exploring this colourful harbour town, whose history, unsurprisingly, is closely linked with the sea. To do so, we'll stop in front of the statue of Annie Moore, which pays tribute to the many emigrants who left this port in search of a new life. However, Moore went down in history for being the first to pass through the immigration centre on Ellis Island, in New York.
From here, we'll walk to the President John F. Kennedy Memorial Park, very close to the former offices of the White Star Line, the owner of the Titanic. We'll travel back in time to reveal some of the memories of this emblematic ocean liner that set sail from Cobh on April 11, 1912. The town has many memorials to the ship and its victims, especially the Irish emigrants.
Our next stop is Casement Square and the Lusitania Memorial. In this colourful square, surrounded by houses painted in shades of pink, yellow, red or blue, we'll tell you the story of the Lusitania, the ship sunk by a German torpedo during the First World War.
We'll continue our walk through Cobh until we reach the imposing Saint Colman's Cathedral, which dominates the town. We'll enter the interior of this neo-Gothic church, built in the mid-19th century, which boasts the tallest church in Ireland. Its luminous interior, full of beautiful stained-glass windows, will win you over as soon as you enter.
Want to take the best photo of Cobh? Here we go! To do so, we'll head to Spy Hill, walking up the steep street of West View, specifically to Deck of Cards, from where we'll have a panoramic view of the main attractions of the city: the coloured houses, the ocean and the cathedral.
Finally, we'll pass by the Museum of Cobh and Carrig House, before arriving back at the starting point, where we'll say goodbye after a total of 2 hours of sightseeing.
More Information
Duration
2 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
A map of Cobh
Admission to Saint Colman's Cathedral
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Allowed, only in outdoor areas.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Cobh By Foot Corporate name: MARY SOL CASADO GRISOLIA Registered Office: 4 chestnut Close, Cluain Ard, Cobh, Cork, Ireland, Cobh, Ireland Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 1326157UA Contact information Email: cobhapie@gmail.com Phone: 00353 831923314 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Cobh Heritage Centre