- Address: Ireland
- Hours: Open Mon - Thurs 9am - 5:30pm, Sat & Sun 9am - 6:30pm
- Admission: Adults: €5.50
St Patrick's Cathedral
St. Patrick's Cathedral, built to honor the patron saint of Ireland, is a must-see attraction in Dublin. It stands adjacent to the well that it is said St. Patrick himself used to baptize converts. The original wooden church was erected in this spot in the 5th century but was rebuilt at the end of the 13th century to reflect its boost to cathedral status. Some repairs were done in the 1800s but the original style was maintained well enough to make it unclear as to how much of the medieval structure remains.
Milestones in the cathedral's history include famous author Jonathan Swift serving as Dean and the first performance of Handel's Messiah by members of the cathedral's Choir School. The former Dean's grave and the original music composition are on display in the cathedral as evidence of these events. Besides these items, St. Patrick's is filled with rows of statues, beautiful stained glass, and elegant decorations for visitors to marvel at as they walk through.
Tours & Tickets
Dublin Pass with Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Enjoy free access to more than 30 top Dublin attractions for one great-value price with the Dublin Pass. Get complimentary entry to the famous Guinness ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: Varies
Dublin Highlights Tour Including Skip-the-Line St Patrick's Cathedral Visit
This tour offers unique access to two of Ireland’s must see top attractions: St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Dublin's Medieval Quarter. This tour is ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Discover the best of the Emerald Isle’s ancient capital on this City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour of Dublin. Opt for a 1- or 2-day ticket and ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 2 days (approx.)
Dublin Freedom Pass: Transport and Sightseeing
Use the Dublin Freedom Pass to travel around the city and sightsee with ease. Valid for 72 hours from first use, the handy transport and sightseeing pass ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 3 days (approx.)
Dublin Viking Duck Tour
Enjoy banter and history in equal measures on this 75-minute duck tour of Dublin, led by a friendly, local guide. Packed with entertaining commentary and ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 75 minutes (approx.)
Dublin City Highlights Bike Tour
Discover the rich history, the folklore, the great buildings, the unique atmosphere of Dublin, with a guided bike tour. Get a sense of the city’s energy, its ... Read more
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
