Don & Barry’s Kinsale Historic Stroll

  Go! Barry is amazing  - Barry is the best and this was a highlight of the trip. He does a great job in a short period of time of bringing in visitors of all ages... read more to listen and learn the history of Kinsale. I was really surprised and enjoyed this great tour!

  Witty & Informative  - We started our Kinsale part of our Ireland trip with Barry from the Don & Barry's Historic Stroll. Barry was so personable & knowledgable. It was obvious to us that... read more he enjoys these tours & the people. We ran into Barry 3 more times while in Kinsale and he took time to say hello. Then, we grabbed photos with him. I highly recommend this tour.

  This was a terrific experience. Barry is very engaging, knowledgeable and funny. We enjoyed it immensely.  - Exceptional experience, don’t miss it.

  Don’t miss this Kinsale Treasure - What a treat! On a gorgeous sunny day , Barry led an engaging and insightful tour of Kinsale, bringing the town’s rich history to life with his storytelling and enthusiasm.... read more He connected with everyone in the group and shared fascinating details about the events and people that helped shape Kinsale into the vibrant, beautiful town it is today. It was both educational and enjoyable, and we left with a much deeper appreciation for this special place.

Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kinsale!

  Perfect introduction to Kinsale  - Fantastic tour guide. Knowledgeable and interactive. Great pace, understandable. Learned so much about Kinsale. Highly recommend. His books are great and worth purchasing before or after the... read more tour. We purchased in advance and read a bit before the tour. Very readable and adds to the experience. Very considerate of all group members. Made a point of stopping in places where tour members with canes could sit down.

  Memorable walking tour in a beautiful & historical town!  - What an awesome tour! Barry is one of the most engaging & knowledgeable guides we have ever had! Wonderful history and great stories, not to mention plenty of jokes! A... read more visit to Kinsale is well worth the time if you are in Cork what a lovely town and this tour is a must do when in Kinsale!

  Wish I had longer in kinsale  - Barry gave great tour especially discussing the battle with Spanish. And his book is well worth getting. Goes into further detail on the battle and lots of other stories with... read more Kinsale connections.

  Don't miss this tour!  - I’m so grateful for the incredibly personal experience Barry created during this tour. I knew Kinsale was beautiful and historic, but I had no idea just how significant its role... read more in Ireland’s history was until walking through it on this tour.
I visited Kinsale on a personal journey tracing my family roots and Barry made the experience especially meaningful. He was genuinely excited for me and took the time to help me imagine what life might have been like for my ancestors walking those same streets and living that history. That perspective made the tour unforgettable.
Barry was knowledgeable, engaging, and even a bit comedic, which made everything come to life. He also went above and beyond by offering personal recommendations on where to go and who to speak with to continue my research, and even shared historical photos that helped me further in my search.
This was the one tour I had prioritized, and I’m so glad I did. I highly recommend starting your time in Kinsale with this tour; it gives you a deeper appreciation and helps you truly experience the town’s history.

  Excellent walking tour in Kinsale  - We loved our tour with Barry! It was educational and fun, and Barry was an excellent guide. Highly recommend this tour if you’re visiting Kinsale!