Top Activities on the Ground in Cobh

Explore Cork Harbour and Cobh by electric bike. The only cycle tour in Cork to take you across the River Lee - from the cathedral town of Cobh the final berthing place of the Titanic to the bustling Marina Market . Begin in Cobh, where we see Cobh Heritage Centre, St Colman’s Cathedral and Spike Island. Cross by ferry and continue between native trees, shrubs and wildflowers along the Cork City to Passage West Greenway, a repurposed old railway line. Travel the tree lined Marina alongside the world’s second largest natural harbour. Hear about the exploits of Cork’s sporting heroes as you pass Páirc Uí Chaoimh Stadium, the home of Cork GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association) where Ireland’s ancient games are played. The return journey involves a short stop at the majestic Blackrock Castle, a 16th century castle, home to an Observatory.

Make the most of your time in port on a shore excursion from Cobh and discover county highlights, including Blarney Castle, Kinsale, and Cobh Cathedral. Enjoy round-trip transportation for seamless transfer between dispersed locations, and gain insight into the region from your guide’s on-board commentary. Benefit from tailored departure times according to the duration your docking.

Enjoy swift access to one of County Cork’s top attractions with this skip-the-line Queenstown Story tour at the Cobh Heritage Centre. With your ticket in hand, beat the queues and head straight inside Cobh Heritage Centre to begin exploring. From the multimedia and audiovisual displays in place, learn of Cobh’s place in Ireland’s rich history. Gain insight into key events including the Great Famine, the transportation of convicts to Australia, cruise disasters like RMS Titanic and RMS Lusitania, and Ireland’s military and maritime history from the 17th century onward.