Cork City Council A Cork City Council Initiative
Cork City Council A Cork City Council Initiative
Explore & Enjoy

Check back next August to find out more about our 2019 programme

1
Day
43
Buildings
6
Walks
Over 100
Events

What is it?

Cork Heritage Open Day is a unique event celebrating the amazing architecture and history of the Built Heritage in the Cork City Region.

Cork Heritage Open Day sees some of Cork’s most fascinating buildings ranging from the Medieval to the Military, the Civic to the Commercial and the Educational to the Ecclesiastical open their doors free of charge for one day only. Cork’s Built Heritage tells the tale of wars and peace, learning and praying, high living and humble beginnings.

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What's on?

As a way of referencing the building’s locations, 6 themed self-walking routes throughout the city are suggested on the map at the back of this guide. You are more than welcome to visit buildings of interest individually, or why not make up your own route, it’s all part of the fun of getting to know this beautiful city better! We are delighted to present a packed programme so as to get the most out of the day, why not select 4 or 5 buildings or events and enjoy strolling around the city at your own pace!

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Activities & Events

THE BUILDINGS

The Buildings

Cork’s Built Heritage tells the tale of wars and peace, learning and praying, high living and humble beginnings.

WALKS

WALKS

As a way of referencing the buildings locations 6 themed self walking routes throughout the city are suggested but feel free to make up your own route. Its all part of the fun of getting to know this beautiful city better.

EVENTS

EVENTS

There are over 100 events organised throughout the city with activities for young and old alike. No matter what your age of area of interest there is something for everyone in this packed programme of events.

Open the door to Cork’s past, present and future
NEWS

Congratulations to our competition winners

Congratulations to our prize winners, Kids Competition is Jemma Smiddy from Ballymacoda Digital Competition is Jerry Slattery
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Record Numbers Attend 14th Annual Cork Heritage Open Day

Cork City Council is celebrating the most successful Cork Heritage Open Day yet, with more than 21,000 people enjoying events and activities in recognition of Cork’s unique built heritage. On September 18th, a record number of people accepted the invitation to explore Cork’s landmark buildings and discover more about our City’s stories and traditions. Many...
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14th annual Cork Heritage Open Day Launches

Celebrate the rich and vibrant history of Cork’s landmark buildings at the 14th annual Cork Heritage Open Day. On Saturday August 18th, take a step back in time, and immerse yourself in the history of some of Cork’s most historical buildings. From steps and steeples, to customs and commerce, Cork Heritage Open Day invites the...
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