Shore Excursion: Cork and Blarney Castle Visit from Cobh by Train

4.6 (131 reviews) 6 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Blarney Castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Depart Cobh Railway Station for a scenic train ride to Cork to visit the Blarney Castle and Gardens on this 6.5-hour tour. Kiss the Blarney Stone if you want, then explore Cork on a city tour, before returning to Cobh. Once you’re back in Cobh, visit the cemetery to learn about the victims of the Lusitania, before being returned to your ship.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 53 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Railtours Ireland First Class

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Live commentary on board the coach
Included: Fully escorted by host on train

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Blarney Castle & Gardens

1 h 30 min Admission included

Check-in at the Victorian Cobh Railway Station at 9:50am for the 10am departure of your train.

Enjoy a scenic rail journey from Cobh, along the banks of the River Lee with views of Blackrock Castle before arriving into Cork Kent Station.

Transfer to Blarney Castle and Gardens, where you can kiss the famous Blarney Stone if you want. There will be free time for shopping and lunch (at own expense) at Blarney Village.

Then explore Cork on a city tour, where you will experience the sights and sounds of the famous English Market during your brief visit.
St Colman’s Cathedral

30 min

Return to Cobh to visit the fabulous Cobh Cathedral, St Colman’s. See Cobh cemetery and the mass graves of the Lusitania victims, as well as the grave of Jack Doyle.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Check in at the Victorian Cóbh Railway Station at 09:10 for the 09:30am departure with our representatives in bright yellow jackets. There is a special entrance gate from the cruise pier into Cóbh Railway Station.

Please note train departure time may vary depending on cruise ship schedule.

End point

Check in at the Victorian Cóbh Railway Station at 09:10 for the 09:30am departure with our representatives in bright yellow jackets. There is a special entrance gate from the cruise pier into Cóbh Railway Station.

Please note train departure time may vary depending on cruise ship schedule.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Not wheelchair accessible.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.