Historical Street Walking Tours - Cork City Council

Cork Heritage Open Day Programme 2026
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Cork Heritage Open Day is a unique celebration of the built history of Cork. Enjoy guided tours of over 42 buildings in Cork, historical walking tours on the streets of Cork, history talks, exhibitions and family friendly events.
Buildings History
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Cork Heritage Open Day features 42 buildings which have been grouped into civic, commercial, cultural, military, sacred spaces, educational and historic. Learn about the history of the buildings and the role they have played in shaping Cork and its people.
Heritage Week
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Organised by the Heritage Council, National Heritage Week is taking place from August 15th to August 23. Cork Heritage Open Day marks the start of National Heritage Week in Cork. The theme of National Heritage Week is "Heritage at Risk", focusing on endangered natural habitats, historic structures, and fading traditions.
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Online Tours
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Celebrate the built heritage in Cork and take part in an online tour of participating buildings in Cork Heritage Open Day.
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UCC Treasures Tour

An Exploration of some of Cork's Historic Places of Worship

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Gunpowder Mill Talk and Walk with Tadhg O'Connor

Guided walking tour around the Old City Walls

Capwell 100 Walking Tour with Cllr. Dan Boyle

Walking Tour of Cork's Ordnance Survey Benchmarks