Dublin: Full-Day Tour to Cork, Cobh and Blarney Castle

Ringsend, Dublin



Discover the city of Cork on a full-day tour from Dublin. Visit the Blarney Stone, and hear the “Queenstown Story” at Cobh in Cork Harbor.

This full-day guided train tour from Dublin explores Cork City and nearby attractions, ideal for history and culture enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Explore Cork City, the largest city in southwest Ireland
  • Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle
  • Visit the Queenstown Story Heritage Center to learn about Irish emigration
  • Discover Cobh, the last port of call for the Titanic
  • Enjoy a scenic train ride along Cork Harbour

Description

Depart early morning from Dublin Heuston Station aboard the InterCity train to Cork City. Upon arrival, visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous Blarney Stone, a tradition believed to grant eloquence.

Spend free time in Blarney village for shopping and lunch before continuing to Cork for a city tour. Cork is known for its Georgian architecture, 17th-century alleys, and contemporary buildings, all built on the site of a 6th-century monastic settlement.

Travel along Cork Harbour to Cobh, home to the Queenstown Story Heritage Center in a restored Victorian-era railway station and former transatlantic terminal. This center chronicles the history of Irish emigration, including departures during the famine and beyond.

Afterward, return to Cork City to catch the evening InterCity train back to Dublin Heuston Station.

Includes

  • All admission fees
  • Transportation and transfers
  • Guided tours

Excludes

  • Meals

Important Information

  • The tour operates Monday through Saturday
  • Light meals are available for purchase on InterCity trains

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and dress for variable weather. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak tourist seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a round-trip train ride from Dublin to Cork, visits to Blarney Castle, the Queenstown Story Heritage Center, and the town of Cobh.
You travel on an InterCity train departing from Dublin Heuston Station to Cork City as part of the tour.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to Blarney Castle where you can kiss the Blarney Stone.
Cobh is a seaside town near Cork, known for being the last port of call for the Titanic, and is included as a stop on the tour.
The Queenstown Story Heritage Center provides insights into Irish emigration through Cobh, historically known as Queenstown.
Yes, the tour offers visits to historical sites and cultural centers around Cork and Cobh, ideal for those interested in Irish history.
The tour departs early in the morning from Dublin Heuston Station; check the tour provider's website for exact times.
The InterCity train ride from Dublin to Cork usually takes around 2.5 to 3 hours each way.
No, entry to Blarney Castle is included as part of the full-day tour package.
Yes, the tour includes free time to explore Cork City on your own before visiting other attractions.

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