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Guided Walking Tour in French in Cork
Cork
Explore Cork's history with a local guide. Visit St Finbarr's Cathedral, English Market, and more. Perfect blend of exercise and learning.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Rory Gallagher Place - Cork City - (distant view)
Welcome to our starting point. Ready for a musical start? - Carey’s Lane - Why did the French arrive in Cork in the 17th century? Let’s discover it at the Huguenot cemetery!
- Grand Parade - when we think that this street was once a canal. So many changes! But what was she like at the beginning? Let’s find out !
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St Finbarr’s South Church - (distant view, we do not enter the building)
This is where the history of Cork begins. -
The English Market - (distant view, we do not enter the building)
We will discover the history of this building which almost no longer existed in the 80s - Crawford Art Gallery - Let’s discover the link between plaster statues, the Vatican and Cork.
- Cork Courthouse - Seen from a distance it looks like a Greek temple. But what secrets does the Cork court hold?
- Father Mathew Statue - (distant view, we do not enter the building)
What is the link between this statue and alcohol? This is what we will talk about
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Shandon Bells & Tower St Anne’s Church - (distant view)
From Brother Jacques to the Cranberries Zombies, all the tunes were played there. But why is it one of the most important monuments in Cork? -
Cork Opera House - (distant view, we do not enter the building)
Cork Opera House has a long history with the number 5. Good or bad, that’s what we’re about to find out -
The Metropole Hotel - (distant view, we do not enter the building)
A hotel owned by Methodist brothers, the story of a king, the first elevator built in Ireland. The history of the MET is a novel in itself
What's Included
- Entrance/admission St. Patrick Street
- All fees and taxes included
- Certified French-speaking guide
- Entrance/Grand Parade admission
What's Not Included
- we do not enter any buildings, transportation and parking costs are not included.
Additional Information
If you would like to contact me to plan another route. My email: unloupchezlesrebelles@gmail.com Enjoy a two-hour walking tour to discover the historical richness of Cork city.
Discover the highlights of the city. From St Finbarr’s Cathedral to the English market, the city is full of small elements sometimes unknown to the inhabitants themselves.
Benefit from the experience of a qualified guide but also of a person who has lived in Ireland for 10 years.
- The tour does not require significant physical effort
- Combine a pleasant walk with an expat. A good combination of physical exercise and learning.
- You have the opportunity to ask all the questions that come to mind for 2 hours.
- You will learn more about local culture as well as maritime and merchant history.
- Discover the often amusing stories behind the great historic buildings that make the city rich.
Location
Paul Street Car Park
Saint Paul's Avenue
We meet near the Rory Gallagher statue (the guitar statue on the left of the shopping center as you face the entrance)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.