Popular Activities in Cobh
Dublin: Full-Day Tour to Cork, Cobh and Blarney Castle
Ireland: Blarney Castle, Kilkenny & Irish Whiskey 3-Day Tour
From Dublin: 3-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry & the Cliffs of Moher
Cobh: Guided Historic Walking Tour
Our most recommended Cobh Activities
1. Dublin: Full-Day Tour to Cork, Cobh and Blarney Castle
Escape the hustle and bustle of Dublin on a full-day tour south, departing by train from Heuston Station at 06:40 for the InterCity service to Cork City. Upon arrival, head to Blarney Castle, where you can kiss the famous Blarney Stone and acquire the gift of eternal eloquence! Then, relax with some free time to shop and enjoy lunch in Blarney village. Next, return to Cork for a short city tour of Ireland's southern capital, famous for its arts, music and literature scenes. Built on the site of a 6th-century monastic settlement, the city center is full of Georgian buildings, 17th-century alleys, and dynamic new architecture. Continue your journey along Cork Harbour to Cobh, location of the Queenstown Story Heritage Center. Set in a beautifully restored railway station of the Victorian age, it was also the transatlantic terminal that served as the point of departure to the New World for generations of Irish emigrants, from the time of famine up to recent years. Transfer back to Cork City center to catch your return InterCity train back to Dublin, with a scheduled arrival at Heuston Station at 20:20.
2. From Dublin: 3-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry & the Cliffs of Moher
Day 1 Check in Dublin Heuston (Customer Service Desk) for 07:00 departure of InterCity train (breakfast available) to Cork. Transfer by road to Blarney Castle and kiss the famous stone. After time for lunch and shopping and a flavor of Cork City, visit Cobh Heritage Centre, home of the "Queenstown Story," where the Titanic made its last port of call, and from where 3 million Irish people emigrated. Depart Cobh by train to Killarney, where you will be taken to your bed & breakfast accommodation, with en-suite facilities. There are numerous restaurants in Killarney, as well as traditional pubs-many with live traditional Irish music. Day 2 Embark on the famous Ring of Kerry tour, which is a largely coastal drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, with lots of stunning mountain and coastal scenery, including the famous Lakes of Killarney. After the day's touring, the evening is free in Killarney. Day 3 Leave Killarney for Limerick, to join the Cliffs of Moher tour. Take a short city tour of Limerick, and then visit Bunratty Castle, before lunch at a traditional pub at Doolin. You will have plenty of time to see the majestic Cliffs of Moher, before taking the coastal route around Galway Bay, with stops for photos. Return to Dublin by InterCity train, arriving at 20:45. * Prices are per person sharing Single Room Supplement applies
3. Ireland: Blarney Castle, Kilkenny & Irish Whiskey 3-Day Tour
Discover the scenic splendor of southeast Ireland on a 3-day tour of the lush farmlands of Kildare, the stunning Wicklow Mountains, and the fabled Copper Coast road to Waterford. Stop at historic monasteries and castles, learn about the fateful voyage of the Titanic from Cobh, and go to the famous Waterford Crystal Factory. Enjoy a more personal experience in this small group tour with maximum of 16 passengers on a top of the range Mercedes luxury mini-coach, while a quaint bed and breakfast accommodation for 2 nights provides a more intimate experience. Day 1: Depart Dublin for Cork, driving through the lush farm counties of Kildare, Laois, and Tipperary. Make a short stop in the heritage town of Cahir to see the ruined abbey and impressive castle on an island in the River Suir. Continue to Blarney on the outskirts of Cork. Visit the castle and take one of the woodland walks to the mystical Rock Close. Explore the village of Blarney, stopping for lunch. There may even be time to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. After this, there is a chance to discover Jameson Whiskey Distillery and taste one of Ireland's favorite exports. In the afternoon, tour the beautiful coastline of West Cork, and see some of the magnificent beaches, tiny inlets and coves. End the day in the fishing village of Kinsale, where you will be based for the night. Kinsale is famous for its food, and the evening is free to wander the narrow streets, popping into traditional pubs and restaurants. Day 2: Explore some of the highlights of southeast Ireland, starting with the historic port of Cobh, the main departure point for Irish emigration in the 19th and 20th centuries. It was also from here that the Titanic ocean liner set forth on her ill-fated maiden voyage. Continue east to Waterford, traveling along the "Copper Coast" (a designated UNESCO geo-park for its spectacular beauty). Stop at the popular surfing beach of Tramore, before heading into Waterford, Ireland's oldest city. Founded by the Vikings in the 9th century, it's also famous for the Waterford Crystal Factory, which you are free to visit along with one of the excellent museums. Alternatively, explore the Viking Triangle on foot. In the late afternoon, depart for the busy city of Kilkenny with its fine castle and park, as well as some lovely riverside walks. Go to the National Craft Centre, or hang out in one of the pubs and enjoy a glass of Guinness! Day 3: Enjoy a free morning to explore Kilkenny before driving to the Wicklow Mountains. Marvel at some of Ireland's highest granite peaks and see impressive valleys carved by glaciers. One of the area's highlights is Glendalough, known as the "Valley of the Lakes." Take one of the walking trails, or explore the ruins of the 6th-century monastery to see its round tower. The last section of your tour takes you into the heart of the Wicklow Mountains National Park, before crossing the famous Sally Gap to descend into Dublin for an approximate 18:30 arrival.
4. Cobh: Guided Historic Walking Tour
Throughout this experience, you will visit 16 historical sites which consist of ambush sites, safe houses, training halls, and barracks. You will also visit places of detention for the Cobh republican volunteers, where you will hear about their impact on Irish History. Your tour guide will help bring the town to life through his accounts of the people, places, and stories of Ireland. You will hear of stories ranging from the potato famine to the Irish war for independence, and everything in between. Your guide is a warm and informative host who will hold your attention the entire time, and his stories are priceless. The tour will proceed at a leisurely pace, stopping at sites and buildings to allow guests engagement through questions/answers and related chat.
Top Attractions in Cobh
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Things to Do in Cobh
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4 Cobh Day Trips
5 Cobh Churches & Cathedrals
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8 Cobh Activities
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12 Cobh Castle & Palace Tours
13 Cobh Culinary & Nightlife
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Cities in Ireland
1 Dublin
2 Galway
3 Killarney
4 Cork
5 Doolin
6 City of Limerick
7 Kilkenny
8 Ennis
9 Clifden
10 Waterford
11 Cobh
12 Westport
13 Baltimore, Ireland
14 Sligo
15 Wicklow
16 Castletownshend
17 Kinvarra
18 Enniskerry
19 Cong, Ireland
20 Kildare
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What people are saying about Cobh
Absolutely fantastic way to explore the south-east of Ireland in 3 days and learn a lot about the culture and history on the way. The guides were all very knowledgeable and passionate about their country. An unforgettable experience!
Best of Ireland 3-Day Tour: Kilkenny, Kinsale and Cork Reviewed by Danie, 10/1/2019
Marcus was a phenomenal tour guide. He went above and beyond for us! Hope to come back and take another tour with him. It was a wonderful experience and best way to see Ireland!!
Best of Ireland 3-Day Tour: Kilkenny, Kinsale and Cork Reviewed by Lydia, 8/20/2021
This guided tour was amazing. Jonathan was a wonderful host. He gave us a lot of info about the places we visited. Overall I enjoyed this trip
Dublin: Full-Day Tour to Cork, Cobh and Blarney Castle Reviewed by Rohini, 10/27/2021
Bob and John was amazing in the tour and would recommend anyone.
Bob and John had been with us through out the tour in Cork. They were very helpful and we enjoyed the trip
Dublin: Full-Day Tour to Cork, Cobh and Blarney Castle Reviewed by Prashant, 8/23/2019
A very good tour. The guide knew how to transmit his knowledge in a very interesting way.
Dublin: Full-Day Tour to Cork, Cobh and Blarney Castle Reviewed by Isabel, 12/13/2019