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FREE DUBLIN EXPERIENCES Glasnevin Cemetery Self-Guided Walking Tours Business Details Glasnevin Cemetery, Finglas Road, Dublin 11 T  +353 (0) 1 882 6500 E  akilcoyne@glasnevintrust.ie | bookings@glasnevintrust.ie W  http://www.glasnevinmuseum.ie/ GPS  53.370191, -6.277691 Business Contact  Ann Kilcoyne Experience Since 1832, more than 1.5 million people have been interred in Glasnevin. Located just 2.5km from Dublin’s city centre, Glasnevin Cemetery covers 124 acres of glorious parkland with plenty to appreciate – perfect for those interested in exploring the legacies of Ireland’s heroes. A hauntingly gorgeous Victorian Garden cemetery each guide is passionate about sharing their love of heritage and history, telling the stories of Ireland’s complex and fascinating history through daily walking tours turning a learning experience into a period of magic with a careful balance of passion, sensitivity and even fun. Choice of Tours: 1. Historic Tour – Visiting the graves of Ireland’s heroes including Michael Collins, Eamon de Valera, Roger Casement, Countess Markievicz, Charles Stewart Parnell. 2. Dead Interesting Tour – Giving an alternative view of the varied heritage that Ireland’s largest cemetery holds and the history within its walls. Visiting the graves of the lesser known personalities and their quirky stories, visitors will learn of its sculpture, symbolism, architecture, natural life and much more. 3. Daniel O’Connell Tower – opening Mar 2018 – Over 225 steps to one of the most impressive views in Dublin. Exhibits tell the story of O’Connell, the construction of the tower and the reconstruction of the internal staircase that was destroyed by a bomb in the 1970’s. Glasnevin App available in English, French, German & Spanish. Printed materials as above plus Italian. Visit most notable graves with GPS and Ibeacon technology. Duration of tours  90mins. FIT Rate  Yes Ad Hoc Group Rate  Yes Tour Series Rates  Yes Min. group starts at 10 pax. No max. group size. Group bookings/rates Contact  Ann Kilcoyne E  booking@glasnevintrust.ie T  +353 1 882 6500 Opening Details Mon-Sun 1000-1700hrs Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements Private car park on site. Coach parking for 6 large coaches. All areas easily accessible except the 10 steps down to Daniel O’Connell Crypt. Min. age (12 yrs) for Daniel O’Connell Tower Tour. Café on site. Gravediggers Pub located at Glasnevin’s Prospect Gate. Nearest Accommodation Hub Dublin www.visitdublin.com/see-do/accommodation Other Experiences Nearby National Botanic Gardens (3mins walk) Jameson Distillery & Guinness Storehoue (30-40mins walk) Science Gallery Dublin at Trinity College Dublin Business Details Trinity College Dublin, Pearse Street, Dublin 2 T  +353 (0) 1 8964091 E  info@dublin.sciencegallery.com W  www.dublin.sciencegallery.com Business Contact:  Jessica Hilliard Experience With an ever-changing exhibitions programme that ignites creativity and discovery where science and art collide, Science Gallery Dublin encourages young people to learn through their interests. Their exhibitions and events focus on experiences that allow visitors to participate and facilitate social connections, always providing an element of surprise. Visitors are encouraged to engage with mediator staff on the floor to answer questions and chat. Pricing Admission is free. Please note that for groups of 10 or more, it is essential to contact us in advance. There is a charge for groups so please contact the gallery directly. Email info@dublin.sciencegallery.com for more details and to book a tour. Tour Operator Rate:  Yes FIT Rate:  Yes Ad Hoc Group Rate:  Yes Tour Series Rate:  Yes Guided tours are available for pre-booked groups – Advance booking required. Group Bookings/B2B Rates Contact: E  tour s@dublin.sciencegallery.com T  +353 (0) 1 8964091 Opening Details & Refreshment Open year round. Exhibition Hours: Tue-Fri: 1200hrs-2000hrs & Sat-Sun: 1200hrs-1800hrs. Closed Mondays. Exhibition closes for two weeks during exhibition installations. See website for updates on exhibition dates. Refreshment & lunch available in onsite café & a retail shop provides for gift shopping Mon-Fri: 0800hrs-1900hrs & Sat-Sun: 1200hrs-1800hrs. Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements Fully accessible. Restrooms, café and shop facilities on site. No min/max age. Coach parking available in designated stops on College Green (2mins walk). Nearest Accommodation Hub Dublin www.visitdublin.com/see-do/accommodation Experiences Nearby Trinity College Book of Kells (on campus) (1 min walk) https://www.tcd.ie/visitors/book-of-kells/ Viking Splash Tour (5mins walk) www.vikingsplash.com Hugh Lane Gallery (12mins walk) www.hughlane.ie 108