Cork Food Tour
Overview
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover Cork, known as the 'City of a Thousand Welcomes,' with our experienced local guides who share their passion and knowledge about this beloved city.
This tour will take you through Cork's famous food and beverage market, the English Market, which has been operating since the 18th century. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and chat with local traders, adding a bit of fun and "craic" to the experience.
The tour highlights the very best that Cork has to offer, including pre-booked tastings of award-winning local cheese, mouthwatering seafood fresh from the Atlantic, handmade Irish bread, gourmet country sausage, and more, all washed down with a creamy stout.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For Cruise ship passengers you need to organise transportation. This tour is not within walking distance to ship.
Not recommened for those with difficulty standing.
Not recommended for those with mobility issues.
Not suitable for those with food allergies or vegans
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Long Valley Bar
Guests enjoy a cheese platter with a local brew
Cork
Learn about Cork's heritage and long-standing tradition as a food capital as you wander through the alleys and lanes of the city
What‘s Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Sharing Platter and Brew
Private transportation
Options
Cork Culinary Tour
Duration: 3 hours: Tour begins at 11:00 outside Tourist Office on Patrick's St.
Light Lunch and Irish Coffee
Moderate walking
Reviews
207 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great craic and full belly!
Gina W,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great craic we had with Gráinne! We ended up being the only ones on the tour and it felt like we explored Cork with an old friend. We ate and ate and ate… and drank and chatted and learned about the city. It’s a day we’ll never forget. Thanks again, Gráinne!
Fantastic.
F9177YZdawnd,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carrie made the tour fun, interesting and delicious. Her personal connection to the city and history of Cork enhanced the experience. It was delightful and we would recommend.
Fantastic way to see Cork
bakery,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Cork Food Tour is an amazing way to see the city and sample the best of its food. Kate was an incredible guide - knowledgeable and fun! At every stop, we learned more of Cork’s history while tasting seafood, sourdough bread, meat pies, beer, and so much more. Loved it!
The best walking food tour ever!
Haley C,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our walking food tour with Celia was absolutely the highlight of our trip. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the area and the local food and people. Celia took us to some fantastic pubs and through the English market. More than samples too - we left the tour absolutely stuffed after all the delicious food and drinks. Celia also gave us some great recommendations for more shopping and visiting around Cork. It was an unforgettable day!
Informative, fun, delicious!
Navigator9035,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My Dad and I had the most thoroughly enjoyable few hours around Cork with Kate today. She delivered the most wonderful combination of information about the city and wonderful, fresh, local food experiences. It was a pleasure to be in her company, thank you Kate!
Excellent tour and guide
Sharon P,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had an absolutely fantastic experience on this tour in Cork! Every stop offered something delicious, and I love getting to try such a great variety of local flavors. Our God Kate was exceptional - so knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely fun to talk to. She shared so many interesting stories and insights that really brought the city to life. The whole day felt less like a tour and more like spending time with friends, enjoying great food and great company. I would highly recommend this experience!
Super Cork the best city in Ireland.
Christine D,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good guide friendly very rich with information and history told very interestingly. Beautiful city and very friendly people cozy. It is worth going to Cork resturants perfectly affordable about all a nice Christmas decoration and good food good taste.
Culinary capital of Ireland confirmed!
Jeffery P,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our host was wonderful and made the entire experience memorable. The pace and stops were perfect. Very interesting indeed.
A scrumptious tour
Diane D,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was excellent Far better than expected, Kate was great, her knowledge of both the history and food culture really impressed us. And the food was so delicious!, A
Amazing Food Tour in Cork
ThomasMangan,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Kate was an amazing guide who knew an amazing amount about the local food scene and local history. Her walk through of the English Market and the selection of foods we got to sample was outstanding! Very grateful for the tour and would recommend to others.
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