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, delectable meat pies, gourmet country sausage, and more, all under the auspices of your local, friendly guide.
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
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
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
What‘s Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Sharing platters
Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
220 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour History and phenomenal food tasting!
Barney P,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was great! Learning some history of Cork and the importance it served of supplying ships as they prepared to cross the Atlantic was enjoyable. The food sampling was as even better. pie Guys is the best meat pie I’ve ever tasted. The oysters from the fish monger were the freshest and best I’ve had anywhere. Thank you to our tour guide for sharing and guiding us.
Amazing Cork Food Tour - Highly Recommend!
JJJBower,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was hands down one of the highlights of my trip to Cork! The food tour with Bonner Travel far exceeded my expectations. We had so many delicious tastings along the way—come hungry because you definitely won’t leave hungry. Our guide, Grainne, was absolutely fantastic. She was incredibly knowledgeable about Cork’s history and made every stop engaging with fun stories and local insights. You can tell she’s passionate about both the city and its food scene, which made the experience even more memorable. Every stop felt thoughtfully selected, showcasing a great mix of local flavors. It was the perfect way to explore Cork while learning about its culture and history. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cork—it’s a must-do!
Our Tour Guide Kerry was...
Gail S,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Tour Guide Kerry was so very knowledgable, kind, sweet, smart and funny. We all just loved being on tour of your beautiful Cork City.
Fabulous
sheilam819,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved every minute of our Food Tour. Kerry made the trip such fun and her knowledge was amazing. She was great fun to be around - very warm and enthusiastic. We tasted some fabulous food and loved the English Market. Thank you for a great morning Kerry. Niall, Sheila, Andrew and Ewan 🌻
Exploring Cork with the best guide ever!
John P,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cork has an interesting history and wonderful food. Kerry did an outstanding job introducing us to the city and its rich culture. Best beef and Guinness pie in all of Ireland!
Excellent!
Kristen G,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kerry was great tour guide. She was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We really enjoyed ourselves and the food was amazing.
Awesome Experience!
ShannonS140,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This food tour with Frances was one of our best experiences in Ireland. Full of knowledge, great food, and friendliness. Highly recommend!
Excellent!
Karen G,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Frances was fantastic! Loved hearing her knowledge being a local and the food selections she made for us. 10/10 recommend!
Best in our book!
Charlene A,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is 5 star for the Guide and the quality of food samplings. Our guide Kerry, is a phenomenal human. She was incredibly generous with sharing many interesting facts about the city and what it was like to be raised in Cork. The food selected for the tour was so delicious that we went back to buy our own potluck dinner and dessert. You will be very full at the end of the tour as the sampling portions were substantial. Kerry's personal interaction with the vendors and the tour members made this time spent memorable. We have been fortunate to participate in no less than 20 food tours, throughout many countries, and Kerry made this Cork City Food Tour our favorite-to-date.
Kerry was awesome! So was the food!
christopher s,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time. The food choices were awesome. The English market tour was very interesting and delicious. Kerry was a great tour guide who gave us really interesting information on Cork history as well as great food choices around the city. If you are coming to Cork do not miss this tour and request Kerry if possible!!
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