Kinsale and Cork City Centre Full Day Tour in Ireland
Overview of your Kinsale and Cork City tour: Kinsale is a historic port and fishing town on Ireland's south east coast, near the old Head of Kinsale. It is famously known for its Michelin-starred Bastion restaurants and for holding annual gourmet food festivals.
The town also has notable buildings, which include Desmond Castle, the 17th-century pentagonal bastion fort of James Fort on Castlepark peninsula, and Charles Fort.
From 1694, Kinsale served as a supply base for the Royal Navy vessels for the South of Ireland and due to this a number of storehouses were built. Then in 2005, Kinsale became Ireland's second Fair Trade Town, with Clonakilty being the first.
It is a vibrant towm with bright streets and was rated among the 20 most beautiful villages in the UK and Ireland in 2020.
Enjoy viewing Charles Fort, Kinsale Town and a view of the Old Head Golf Course before returning to Cork City for further fun!
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Kinsale and Cork City Centre Full Day Tour in Ireland
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What's included in Kinsale and Cork City Centre Full Day Tour in Ireland
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Charles Fort
We will spend approximately 1 hour at Charles Fort. Charles Fort is a classic example of a late 17th-century star-shaped fort. As one of the largest military installations in the country, Charles Fort has been associated with some well-known events in Irish history. From the Fort, you will also enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Kinsale Harbour and the West Cork coast.
Old Head Golf Links
Here, visitors will see the golf course and historic views of Kinsale. I'll also take some time to tell you the story of the 'Lusitania' and its tragic sinking off Kinsale's coast.
Kinsale
Next we will go to Kinsale where you will enjoy 1.5 hours free-time! Kinsale is known as one of the prettiest towns in Cork. Nestling in the shelter of Kinsale Harbour this town is truly a joy to explore. Walk the medieval lane ways and visit some of the historic buildings. There is a great selection of small shops, and if you are hungry a wide choice of lunch options. Kinsale is well known as the gourmet capital of Ireland, so you have an opportunity at this lunch stop to taste many local dishes along with a vast array of seafood plates.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- English-Speaking Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to Charles Fort -approximately 4 to 5 Euros
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Charles Fort
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
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The tour guide will be holding a sign with the travelers name and the company name. We will be at the pickup location 15 minutes before the pickup time.
