Cobh Rebel Walking Tours — Attraction in Municipal District of Cobh

By far, the best historical tour I have ever went on. Kieran really brought history to life as we walked around the town. From pre famine times right up to the Civil War, we got a realistic account of what life was like for the inhabitants of Cobh. As opposed to a lot of museum tours that focus on facts, dates and key events, Kieran's tour includes what always seems to be missing at these places; the real, lived experience of ordinary people as events were unfolding. He can point to the houses where they lived and the streets where ambushes and reprisals took place, as he tells their stories which we would otherwise never hear. I would recommend this to anyone, it was an engaging and...

This tour is an absolute gem! Don't waste your time sitting on buses and standing in line. Instead, learn about some of Ireland's most interesting history from a fellow who is both a long-time local (served in local government for 25 years!) and spent time in the Irish Military. Kieran is an excellent guide. He is not only knowledgeable, but very personable and really works to bring the time period to life. Easily worth triple what Kieran charges! If you come in on a cruise ship, don't worry about battling crowds at Cork and/or Blarney Castle. Enjoy a beautiful seaside town that Kieran will really bring...

irish history walking tour of Cork port town.Kieran really brought history to life as we walked around the town. From pre famine times right up to the Civil War, we got a realistic account of what life was like for the inhabitants of Cobh...I told guide I am irish English..he is a nice guy...show me different. places ,ie where slave ships sailed,the differcult relationship with a big Empire..it was more like a tour of my life as a paddy living in England, ie I talked my confused mind ,feelings of mixed culture roots ....I bet you are equally confused about your irish/Americian...