Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion
Overview
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8 hours
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Exciting Shore Excursion from Cobh to Blarney Castle, Cork City, Kinsale and Cobh. Bus Tour starts/finishes at your ship and is tailored to suit your docking/sailing times.
Our Bus Tour Includes:
• Admission To The Famous Blarney Castle & Gardens
• Shopping at Blarney Woolen Mills - The Worlds Largest Irish Store
• Driving Tour of Unique Cork City
• Free Time in Picturesque Kinsale for lunch and exploring
• A Visit To The Magnificent St. Coleman's Cathedral
Up to 8 hours Tour day (Tour times are tailored to work with your docking/sailing times)
Our bus tour departs/returns right at your ship in Cobh/Cork
We're based in Cobh and have over 50 years experience.
Our driver/guides are all locals and have lots of interesting facts, fascinating history, fun stories, songs and jokes.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Front seats can be reserved if you have mobility issues (let us know after you book)
Good agility is required for the famous Blarney stone which has lots of challenging steps up to it
Our tours are for ships that dock in Cobh/Cork
Live commentary is while on the bus only - Blarney Castle is a self guided tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Live commentary on board from local experienced guides
Storage for wheelchairs, scooters, etc
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission To Blarney Castle & Gardens
Pick up from your ship and return to same
Food and drinks
Gratuities
What To Expect
Blarney Castle & Gardens
Here you will have the opportunity to kiss the famous Blarney Stone, explore the 15th century castle and wander discover the magnificent gardens. Admission to the castle and gardens is included in your tour price. Our visit to Blarney will be up to 2 hours in total depending on your ships docking/sailing schedule.
Blarney Woollen Mills
Take time out to shop at the Worlds largest Irish Store, Indulge in a coffee and delicious scone or even sip on a sumptuous Irish Coffee. Avail of the free wifi while you are here. Time spent here is part of your total 2 hour approx. stay in Blarney.
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Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion
Pickup included
Reviews
291 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Be early. We were all on...
Henry B,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Be early. We were all on the coach prior to the scheduled time so we left early and got to the castle just prior to opening. Stair are very steep
Great job!
Michael B,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable and friendly! We thoroughly enjoyed the excursion! We would definitely do it again.
Blarney Castle/Kinsale/St Coleman’s Cathedral
Linda M,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
4.00Our tour was cut a bit short because of a few people who joined late. We would have liked to have spent more time in Kinsale. We did enjoy seeing the Blarney castle. The highlight of the tour was the St Coleman’s Cathedral. The tour was not a bad tour but if we had to pick again we would have chosen a tour with fewer stops.
Kiss the stone
Tommy M,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you want to kiss the stone you need to get in the line asap. Took over an hour to to get the top. Bus driver Mike has real drving skills. Kevin was very knowledgeable and funny.
Exceptional day!
Gail M,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Ian made sure out driver, Billy, was first at Blarney Castle so we didn’t have to wait in line as other tours’ guests did, for up to 2 hours. He was fun and enthusiastic and very knowledgeable about the whole area. Everything on the tour was perfect!
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