Cobh Rebel Walking Tours, County Cork Travel Guide
Discover Cobh's revolutionary past: an immersive walking tour through 16 historical sites of the Irish War of Independence. Experience history firsthand.
Explore Cobh's pivotal role in the Irish War of Independence with Cobh Rebel Walking Tours. This immersive 80-minute guided tour visits 16 historical sites, revealing the stories of local volunteers and their fight for freedom against the British Empire. Led by local historian Kieran McCarthy, the tour offers a unique perspective on Cobh's rebel past.
A brief summary to Cobh Rebel Walking Tours
- Cobh Heritage Centre (Starting Point), Cobh, Ringmeen, Co. Cork, IE
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- Monday 11 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 11 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 11 am-7 pm
- Thursday 11 am-7 pm
- Friday 11 am-7 pm
- Saturday 11 am-5 pm
- Sunday 11 am-7 pm
Know before you go
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- Book your tour in advance, especially during peak tourist season, to ensure availability.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves walking on hilly streets.
- Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately, as Irish weather can be unpredictable.
- Consider purchasing Kieran McCarthy's book, 'Rebel Cobh & the East Cork Volunteers Since 1913', for an in-depth understanding of the period.
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Getting There
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Walking
Cobh Rebel Walking Tours commence from outside the Cobh Heritage Centre, which is easily accessible on foot from most locations in Cobh. From the main square, proceed towards the waterfront. The Cobh Heritage Centre is situated along the scenic promenade, approximately a 10-minute walk. Follow the signs for the Heritage Centre.
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Public Transport
If arriving by train from Cork, the Cobh Heritage Centre is conveniently located adjacent to the Cobh train station. Upon exiting the station, the Heritage Centre is immediately visible. Cobh is also accessible by bus from Cork. Alight at Park Lane, which is a short 5-minute walk to the Cobh Heritage Centre. A single train fare from Cork to Cobh costs approximately €3-€5.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Cobh. A short taxi ride from anywhere in the town center to the Cobh Heritage Centre will typically cost around €8-€12. Taxi services like A Cabs Cobh offer local transportation.
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