1.5 million Stories to Tell

Step into the rich history, heritage and stories of Ireland at Experience Glasnevin, one of Dublin’s most unique and fascinating visitor attractions. Located within the world-famous Glasnevin Cemetery, this award-winning museum and cultural experience offers visitors an unforgettable journey through more than 200 years of Irish history. Established in1832, Glasnevin Cemetery is the final resting place of over 1.5 million people, including many of Ireland’s most influential political leaders, writers, revolutionaries and cultural figures.

Through engaging guided tours, interactive exhibitions and immersive storytelling, visitors can explore the lives and legacies of iconic figures such as Michael Collins, Daniel O’Connell, Charles Stewart Parnell and Constance Markievicz. The beautifully restored O’Connell Tower offers panoramic views across Dublin, while the museum brings Ireland’s social, political and cultural history vividly to life.

Experience Glasnevin also provides genealogy services, helping visitors trace their Irish ancestry and uncover personal family connections. Located beside the National Botanic Gardens, it is an ideal destination for history enthusiasts, families and cultural travellers alike. Combining heritage, storytelling and reflection, Experience Glasnevin offers a powerful insight into the people and events that shaped modern Ireland.

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Highlights
  • Explore the Extra-ordinary Lives exhibition
  • Fascinating & fun guided walking tours and re-enactments visiting the graves of the renowned figures that shaped modern Ireland
  • Visit the Daniel O’Connell crypt
  • Pedestrian gateway to National Botanic Gardens
  • Climb the iconic O’Connell Tower – 198 steps to breath-taking views, the tallest round tower in Ireland
  • Research your ancestors with their dedicated Genealogist
Open

Open year round, check website for up to date details

Prices

Admission Rates Apply

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Useful Information

Self-guided & Audio tours – Audio available in English, Irish, French, Italian, Spanish and German.

Tours options include: Women in History Tour, Dead Interesting Tour & Irish History Tour

Getting There

At the Four Courts take R108, Glasnevin is on the right. Or exit M50 at J5

Map Location: 53.372621, -6.276828
Contact Experience Glasnevin – Ireland’s National Cemetery

Finglas Road, Dublin 11, Ireland


Eircode: D11 H2TH
T: +353 (0)1 882 6550
W: www.dctrust.ieexperience-glasnevin.html
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