Cork Heritage Open Day Brochure 2026

The Metropole

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Hotel Cork MacCurtain Street Guided tours at 11am & 1pm. Talk at 3pm. Partial wheelchair access

Vintage Splendor: Unveiling The Metropole’s Hidden Gems. Embark on an extraordinary tour through time. Enjoy a tour at the 126 year old Metropole Hotel and prepare to be whisked away on a journey drenched in glamour and grandeur as knowledgeable guides lead you through the illustrious corridors where famous guests once walked. Indulge your senses in the resplendent Victorian architecture as charismatic storytellers unfurl the rich tapestry of The Metropole’s unique history. Discover the legends and lore of illustrious figures who once graced these hallowed halls, from silver screen legends to influential luminaries, each name etched in history is but a chapter in The Metropole’s captivating narrative. The grand historical tour at The Metropole Hotel promises a unique glimpse into Cork’s fantastical history, from wars and fires to sweet shops and film stars, prepare to lose yourself in the tantalizing narratives that illuminate Cork’s cultural heritage.

Guided tour of the Metropole Hotel at 11am and 1pm. ¶ Booking essential on www.themetropolehotel.ie

A talk by Dagmar Ó Riain-Raedel ‘Changing the face of Cork: the architectural legacy of the Hill dynasty’ at 3pm. The talk will be ISL Interpreted by Brenda Quigg. No booking required.

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