Cork

Cork City Bike Tour | Local Guide | E-Bikes Available

4.9(86 reviews)
2h 30minFree cancellation

Description

Discover Cork with a local guide on this relaxed small-group bike tour. Over 2.5 hours you'll explore riverside paths, parks, historic neighbourhoods and many of Cork's best-known landmarks. By bike, you'll cover far more ground than a walking tour while still having plenty of time to stop for stories, photos and a closer look at the places that make Cork unique. Highlights include Fitzgerald's Park, University College Cork, St Fin Barre's Cathedral, Shandon and the River Lee. Along the way you'll hear stories about Cork's history, culture and everyday life from a Cork-born guide. With a choice of standard bikes or e-bikes, this tour is an ideal introduction to Cork and a great way to get your bearings early in your visit. • Small-group guided bike tour • See more of Cork than on a typical walking tour • Visit Cork's landmarks, parks and riverside paths • Learn about Cork's history, culture and local life • Local recommendations for food, music and places to visit

Highlights

  • Private and Luxury
  • Excellent Quality
  • Mountain Bike Tours
  • Bike Tours
  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
  • Short term availability
  • Adventure Tours
  • Cultural Tours
  • Small Group

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Local guide
  • Use of bicycle
  • Use of helmet

Not included

  • Food and drinks

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Pass Crawford Art Gallery in historic Emmet Place, one of Co

    Pass Crawford Art Gallery in historic Emmet Place, one of Cork's cultural hubs. Surrounded by elegant Georgian buildings and overlooked by Cork Opera House, this area has been at the centre of the city's artistic and cultural life for generations. Learn about its history and importance to modern Cork.

    Pass by, no stop
  2. 2

    Pass the Butter Museum and hear how Cork became one of the w

    Pass the Butter Museum and hear how Cork became one of the world's largest butter export centres. Discover how the butter trade helped shape the city's economy and influenced Cork's development for centuries. Learn why Cork is home to one of the world's only museums dedicated to butter.

    Pass by, no stop
  3. 3

    Stop in Fitzgerald's Park, one of Cork's most beautiful gree

    Stop in Fitzgerald's Park, one of Cork's most beautiful green spaces. Enjoy views of the River Lee as you explore tree-lined pathways, sculptures and gardens that change with the seasons. Along the way, hear about the 1902 Cork International Exhibition and discover local favourites including the Cork Disco Tree, rose garden and lily pond.

    10 min
  4. 4

    Visit Daly's Bridge, Cork's famous Shaky Bridge. Cross this

    Visit Daly's Bridge, Cork's famous Shaky Bridge. Cross this historic suspension bridge, discover how it earned its nickname and enjoy views of the River Lee and the surrounding riverside scenery.

    5 min
  5. 5

    Visit the grounds of St Fin Barre's Cathedral and admire one

    Visit the grounds of St Fin Barre's Cathedral and admire one of Cork's most impressive buildings. Learn about a site that has been associated with Christian worship for over 1,500 years while taking in the cathedral's striking neo-Gothic architecture. On a sunny day, it is one of the city's most photographed landmarks.

    5 min
  6. 6

    See Cork's National Monument and learn about some of the key

    See Cork's National Monument and learn about some of the key events in Ireland's journey towards independence. Located in the heart of the city, the monument commemorates important figures and uprisings that helped shape modern Irish history.

    3 min
  7. 7

    Visit the grounds of University College Cork, one of Ireland

    Visit the grounds of University College Cork, one of Ireland's most attractive university campuses. Explore its historic grounds, impressive architecture and beautiful gardens while learning about the university's history and its important role in Cork city life. Keep an eye out for some of the campus's most distinctive buildings and hidden gems.

    10 min
  8. 8

    Tour includes a stop aSee the famous Shandon Bells and the d

    Tour includes a stop aSee the famous Shandon Bells and the distinctive red sandstone tower of St Anne's Church, one of Cork's most recognisable landmarks. Learn about the history of this historic neighbourhood and discover why generations of Cork people have looked to Shandon as a symbol of their city.t St. Annes Church

    Pass by, no stop
  9. 9

    Stop in Bishop Lucey Park, a recently refurbished green spac

    Stop in Bishop Lucey Park, a recently refurbished green space in the heart of Cork City. Overlooking the busy Grand Parade and close to the English Market, the park offers a peaceful contrast to the surrounding streets. Discover sections of Cork's medieval city walls, see Christchurch and hear stories that bring Cork's history to life.

    5 min

Meeting point

The cycle tour begins beside the river directly across the street from 33 Saint Patrick's Quay in Cork city centre.

Useful information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code: Wear comfortable clothing suitable for cycling in.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Adulto14-80 anni
    55

Review distribution

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Available options

  • Cork City Tour - Regular Bike

  • Cork City Cycle Tour E-Bike

    E-Bike

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