Hello! I'm Laia, a guide in Cork city. I'm originally from Catalonia, but I moved to Cork in 2022 and I've been here ever since. For me, Cork is a very special city and I want it to be for you too. I have studies in humanities and geography of tourism, and nowadays I work as a guide in several museums in Cork. I'm a big fan of history and discovering cultures that I didn't know about, whether current or ancient. I love to travel, discover and explore, whether alone or with good company :)
During this tour we will discover together the history not only of Ireland, but of Cork, going back to Viking times and discovering the first settlement of this city. Through the various battles and conflicts experienced in Cork, which are not few, we will learn not only the history, but also the culture, geography and politics of Cork. Going through the War of Independence, the conflicts between Catholics and Protestants, the results of the Great Famine or potato crisis... all this following the path of the River Lee that will transport us to the most important and outstanding points of this city.
What are we going to visit?
The approximate duration of the tour is 1 hour and a half - 2 hours.
Ireland in general is famous for its rainy weather, so during this tour I would recommend appropriate rain footwear and waterproof clothing.
If what you are looking for is to get to know the city of Cork, its history and its culture, this is your Tour :)
I'll be standing right at the entrance to Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral with a yellow umbrella in my hand.
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
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