Top Cork Outdoor Activities

Cork ranks among the most attractive cities in Ireland, with beautiful architecture and fine Lee River views—but seeing the best of the city on foot takes time and effort. On this tour, spin along Cork’s cycle lanes and riverside pathways by bike, and hit top attractions including Fitzgerald’s Park and St. Finbarr’s Cathedral with ease. With bike and helmet hire included, listen as your guide brings Cork’s history to life.

Maximize time in Ireland with a comprehensive 8-day tour of the Wild Atlantic Way. Set out from Cork City on an outdoor adventure that includes landmarks like Blarney Castle, Killarney National Park, and the Cliffs of Moher. Go cycling in the countryside, climb aboard a boat on the lakes of Killarney, and explore the Aran Islands during this tour.

Get an in-depth introduction to one of Ireland’s most stunning estates on a prearranged tour of Fota House, designed by 19th-century architects Richard and William Morris. Discover the daily lives of servants in the well-preserved kitchen and service wing, and see the original Victorian-era nursery. Tours also include visits to the Arboretum and rose garden.

During this six day Adventure Tour, you will experience the best of Ireland along the southern stretches of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.  You will cycle and hike in the best part of the Rebel and Kingdom counties of Cork and Kerry.  Throughout the tour you will see ancient sites, Norman castles and towns alive with literature, music and stories.   BEYOND THE GLASS ADVENTURE TOURS specialise in small group adventure tours on Ireland’s WILD ATLANTIC WAY.  Taking you off the beaten track to experience adventure, culture and history all while being immersed in Ireland’s stunning natural landscape - the ultimate adventure travel experience. All BEYOND THE GLASS Adventure tour guides are knowledgeable, experienced and friendly, giving you the ultimate adventure travel experience while seeing some of hidden Ireland. Tour starts on the morning of day 1 in Cork City.

During this 5 Day Hiking Tour there are hikes through Ireland's most beautiful wild places. The tour includes some of the region's best walks located in stunning locations. The tour is designed for those who love to hike and have a love for the outdoors. The tour departs from Cork City and over the five days travels west as far as Dingle in county Kerry. BEYOND THE GLASS ADVENTURE TOURS specialise in small group adventure tours on Ireland’s WILD ATLANTIC WAY.  Taking you off the beaten track to experience adventure, culture and history all while being immersed in Ireland’s stunning natural landscape - the ultimate adventure travel experience. All BEYOND THE GLASS Adventure tour guides are knowledgeable, experienced and friendly, giving you the ultimate adventure travel experience while seeing some of hidden Ireland. Tour starts on the morning of day 1 in Cork City.

To experience the culinary scene in Cork, don't miss this foodie-friendly guided tour designed for travelers to embrace the city's burgeoning culinary world. The highlight of your tour is a visit to the famed English Market where you can chat with local traders (or have the craic, as locals might say), while feasting on local treats like fish and bread, as well as tasty sweets. Wrap up your gastronic outing with a light pub lunch, included in the price.

Visit two of Cork's most important towns—Cobh and Blarney—in a single tour, with all transportation provided. No need to rent a car or puzzle over directions; just sit back and enjoy the ride and the scenery. Admission to the castle and gardens at Blarney is included, a savings off the day-of ticket price. In Cobh, learn about the history of Irish immigration through your guide's commentary and choose the attractions you'd like to visit independently.

Marvel over the mighty Cliffs of Moher and the wild landscape of the Burren on a full-day tour from Cork. Enjoy dramatic views along the Atlantic coast as you stand atop the 702-foot (214-meter) high sea cliffs, then walk the vast karst plain of the Burren. That’s not all: pay a visit to Ireland’s 2014 City of Culture, Limerick, and pose for photos in front of the medieval Bunratty Castle.

Maximize your time in Cork on a half-day shore excursion from Cobh, and benefit from departure times tailored to your time in port. Discover regional highlights such as Blarney Castle, the Blarney Stone, and the city of Cork, and hear regional insights provided by your driver-guide. Relax with round-trip transfer from your port and free time to shop at Blarney Woolen Mills.

Capture the wild spirit of the Ring of Kerry on an exhilarating full-day tour of the region’s natural highlights from Cork. Travel through the magical landscapes of Kerry and visit an array of quaint villages, blissful beaches, and sweeping valleys. Admire the colorful houses and ancient traditions of Sneem Village; absorb the coastal splendor of Dingle Bay; and gaze at magnificent views of mountains, lakes, and valleys in Killarney National Park. Receive an interesting introduction to the history and culture of Ireland from your expert guide on this enriching tour.

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.

The Jameson Experience in Ireland’s County Cork offers a true taste of Irish history. On this tour of the old Midleton distillery, you’ll learn about the distillation process, visit a restored 19th-century warehouse where Jameson is aged in oak casks and even have an opportunity to sample some of the finished product. Your visit begins with a short video detailing the history of Jameson, the world’s best-selling Irish whiskey.

Venture west from Cork to experience the epic scenery of Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula on this full-day trip. Admire the landscapes of this mountainous promontory jutting into the Atlantic, and visit beauty spots such as Inch Beach, one of the country’s prettiest. Ogle the sea views on Europe’s westernmost drive around Slea Head; and enjoy photo stops at stunning viewpoints as the live onboard commentary brings the sights alive. Along the way, stop at the port of Dingle, known for ‘Fungie’, its resident dolphin, and its colorful arts and music scene.

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While the short hike on the pilgrims path is designed for people of all faiths and none, many people describe this dawn hike on a 1,500 year old pilgrims path as almost a spiritual experience. Combined with the dip or swim afterwards and a hot breakfast, it is the perfect way to start your day in West Cork.

Join us on one of the most beautiful walks in West Cork and create memories you will never forget. Together, we will explore one of the most interesting sections of the Wild Atlantic Way using toponyms - the language of its placenames. It is said the mighty inscribe their toponymy on the landscape. Gaels, Vikings, Normans, Spaniards, Pirates, English and the Irish all controlled this section of coastline at one time or another and they all left their mark in the toponyms and microtoponyms of this beautiful area.

Walk around Cork while trying to survive the zombie apocalypse with Zombie Scavengers! On an app, you'll be given a list of items to find (in any order you choose) to help you survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll get points for finding these items, as well as completing some zombie themed challenges. Figure out the best game plan to get the most points in order to survive. A remote host will chat with you during the game if you have any questions. Prove you can survive the zombie apocalypse in Cork for bragging rights with all your friends!

Join this island-studded Atlantic Ocean return ferry journey across Roaring Water Bay on the Cork coastline to visit remote Cape Clear Island and experience this Gaeltacht (Irish speaking) island’s culture and life of old. Arriving at the north harbour on Cape Clear Island, a shuttle bus service is provided to Cape Clear Heritage Centre, where you can explore the history of both the Island and the interactive Fastnet Display about the Fastnet Rock. On the way back to the harbour we stop along the way to visit the memorial on the Island to the 1979 Fastnet Yacht Race Disaster. Then spend some free time exploring this Gaeltacht Island, learning about the island’s culture, the islander life, including old traditions and traditional farming. Discover the island’s ancient standing stones, Napoleonic Tower, Dún an Óir Castle and 12th century church. See the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse in the distance on one of the walking trials or enjoy lunch at one of the island’s bars and restaurants.

Coastal scenery | Carbery’s Hundred Isles | Wild Atlantic Way |Wild-flower hillsides | Dramatic high cliffs; Marine Wildlife | Whale and dolphin rich waters.

Great opportunity to watch marine wildlife along this coastal stretch of the Wild Atlantic Way - it was designated a whale & dolphin sanctuary in the early 1990s. A beautiful rugged coastline with offshore islands and rock lighthouse called Fastnet. A stable twin-engined boat with bench seating with knowledgeable and experienced skipper. The full duration of the tour is spent at sea, looking for wildlife, to give all passengers the best opportunity to enjoy each trip.

This tour is a leisurely cycle on Cork's Greenway cycle path. The tour takes a scenic route adjacent to Cork Harbour and on a repurposed railway line. Cork Harbour is the second largest deep-water port in the world and for centuries has been a major trading port. Today you can still see ships loading and offloading their cargo but you are as likely to witness locals out enjoying this natural amenity. The tour begins in a central Cork location, close to the train and bus stations.

There are is an amazing collection of stories in the local folklore of this area and during this tour we visit the areas where these stories happened. It is truly a magical way to experience Irish and local culture.