Public Tours
UCC Treasures Tour
Join us for the UCC Treasures Tour – a journey through the rich history of University College Cork.
Discover the stunning Honan Chapel, explore the ancient Ogam Stone Collection, and marvel at the Crawford Observatory. For the first time, this tour also includes a visit to a special exhibition celebrating The Great Book of Ireland – a unique modern manuscript combining the work of poets, artists, and calligraphers to create a single extraordinary volume.
Learn more about the UCC Treasures Tour and the Great Book of Ireland »
This 75-minute tour is a must for anyone who loves culture, history, and great storytelling.
No booking required unless there is a large number of people in the family unit. No groups allowed on public tours. Groups will need to book an enterprise tour.
Details
| Schedule | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 11.30am and 3pm | 75 minutes |
| Saturday |
12pm | 75 minutes |
| Sunday | 1pm | 75 minutes |
(Note visits to the Great Book of Ireland Exhibition are Tuesday to Sunday)
Public tours cost
- Adults: €10
- Children / OAPs: €8
- Children under 3: Free
- Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children): €30
Community Groups, Special Education and Charity Groups
Visitor Services has run tours for community groups, special education (e.g. Cope Foundation, Rehab, National Learning Network etc.) since 2005. These tours emphasise UCC’s commitment to community engagement.
The content of tours reflects the interest and the capabilities of those involved.
Details
| Schedule |
Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm |
Average length 1 hour | Free |
Enterprise (Group) Tours
If you represent a large group, please use our booking enquiry form to get in touch about making an enterprise booking.