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Christ Church Cathedral & Belfry
Business Details
Christchurch Place, Dublin 8
GPS 53.343628, -6.271013
T +353 (0) 1 8964091
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Business ContactSusanne Reid
Experience
Step into Dublin’s oldest working structure dating back to the early 12th
century. In addition to the architecture of the Cathedral, your guide will share
the many uses of this largest crypt in Ireland and lead you up 86 narrow
stone steps to the Belfry, which houses 19 bells rung in full circle. Here your
clients can try at bell-ringing themselves. Exploring the stunning nave, visitors
often hear some choral music – the cathedral choir, founded in 1493 is world
famous! Allow 45 mins for tour.
Pricing
Retail rate Guided Tour Adult €10.50; Student €9
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Rate Yes
Advance booking required for guided group tour. Min 15 pax for private group
tour. Max 24 pax in Belfry at any one time. FITs may join a scheduled tour.
Belfry climb not advised if claustrophobic, reasonable level of fitness required
to climb 86 steps. Min age 10 yrs advised. Access to Belfry restricted in
extreme bad weather.
Group Bookings/B2B Rates Contact Jessica Plunkett
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T +353 (0) 1 6778099
Opening Details & Refreshment
Year round except 25 & 26 Dec (for guided experience). April-Sept Mon-
Sat 0930-1900hrs, Sun 1230-1430hrs, 1630-1900hrs; Mar & Oct Mon-Sat
0930-1800hrs, Sun 1230-1430hrs, 1630-1800hrs; Nov-Feb 0930-1700hrs,
Sun 1230-1430hrs. Last admission 45 mins before closing. Restrooms onsite.
Variety of cafés, restaurants and bars nearby on Lord Edward Street (3 mins)
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Coach drop off –Winetavern Street, at Jury’s Inn (2 mins walk). Paid parking –
Castle Street (5 mins walk)
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Dublin
Experiences Nearby
Guinness Storehouse (10 mins walk)
Dublin Castle (5 mins walk)
Trinity College – Book of Kells and Science Gallery (10 mins walk)
Dalkey Castle – Living History Tour
Business Details
Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin A96 DE61
GPS 53.339539, -6.271482
T +353 (0) 1 2858366
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Business ContactMargaret Dunne
Experience
A 1 hr fully-guided visit of Dalkey Castle, complete with costumed actors,
brings history to life with a fun theatre performance as part of the guided
tour. The Archer will test your strength on the longbow, while the Barber
Surgeon will cure all ailments. Browse the Heritage Centre with information
in 12 languages, while exploring theWriter’s Gallery to uncover more about
the many writers and creative artists connected with Dalkey and Dublin, from
Joyce to Bono; Beckett to Maeve Binchy and more.
Pricing
Retail price €12.50. Advance booking for groups required. Guided tours
available for pre-booked groups, guided tour of castle available in French by
advance arrangement. Combined offer, with a 55 min literary walking tour of
Dalkey Village for €18.50
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Rate Yes
Group Bookings/B2B Rates Contact Margaret Dunne
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T +353 (0) 1 2858366
Opening Details & Refreshment
Weekdays: 1000-1800hrs. Sat/Sun 1100-1800hrs with Seasonal variations
(see website)
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Coach parking 300 metres and car parking directly opposite (1 min)
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Dublin
Experiences Nearby
Airfield (working farm, gardens, café & heritage) (20 mins drive)
Joyce Tower, Sandycove (6 mins drive/Dublin sightseeing tour)
Boat trip to Dalkey Island from Coliemore harbour (15 mins walk)
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