Welcome to Cork, the rebel city of Ireland. Over the centuries, the city survived and flourished, despite Viking invasion and later Irish Civil War. This city is an architectural delight for visitors. Today, many of Cork's tourist attractions recollect its long history, and you'll find it to be an energetic, bustling city with lots of things to do. Explore its magnificent churches, the aromatic English Market, its narrow streets crammed with shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants, and stretch your legs by walking along the scenic river Lee. As you stroll from site to site in this charm-laden city, you will hear fun facts and tales about its rich history, culture, and people
You will learn about: Monastic settlement Viking invaders Norseman settlers Trading centre in the global Scandinavian trade network Barony of Cork City Black Death Wars of the Roses Irish nationalist city Burning of Cork Irish Civil War
You will see: National Monument Nano Nagle Bridge Cork City Club Oliver Plunkett Street Berwick Fountain Bishop Lucey Park English Market Queen's Old Castle Cork Vision Centre St. Peter and Paul's Church St. Patrick's Street Father Mathew Statue Shandon District Cork Butter Museum St. Anne's Church in Shandon
You will make your own way to the meeting points