Our tour was established 35 years ago by Don Herlihy. Don was a master storyteller and guided with a generous spirit and a joy of teaching. He was brimming with love and passion for his mission in life: to help travellers really enjoy and understand what Kinsale and Ireland is all about. Over the years Don has inspired and mentored Barry and his expert crew of David, Brian and Joanna who strive to continue his wonderful legacy.
Our tours are story based with a start, middle and end as this is how history is best appreciated. We aim to make every stroll an unforgettable experience. Please join us to explore the rich history and captivating stories of Ireland’s most charming coastal town.
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!
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Historical stroll in Kinsale - We started our first full day in Ireland with this very enjoyable walking tour of Kinsale. Barry is a gifted story-teller with a witty personality and makes this a very... read more enjoyable tour. This was the perfect start to our Ireland vacation and I highly recommend it.
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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!
This was a terrific experience. Barry is very engaging, knowledgeable and funny. We enjoyed it immensely. - Exceptional experience, don’t miss it.
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!
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.
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!
Funny, charming, engages everyone on the tour! - He has the Irish charm and wit! But he also is incredibly knowledgeable, and he makes an effort to connect something to every single member of the tour. Really an... read more amazing, amazing tour! We loved it!
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.
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