Dublinia

Dublinia
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Dublinia is  great family day out

Dublinia, located at the crossroads of the medieval city at Christchurch, is history brought to life in an exciting way for all to engage, learn and share.

In our exhibition, travel back to the city in Viking times, see what life was like onboard a Viking warship, visit a Viking house and take a trip down a Viking street.  See the weaponry and learn the skills of being a Viking warrior. Try on Viking clothes, become a slave and stroll down a noisy street.  Visit a smokey and cramped Viking house and learn of the myths and the mysteries surrounding the Vikings and their legacy.  Journey through Medieval Dublin and witness the sights, sounds and smells of this busy city.  Learn about crime and punishment, death and disease and even toothache remedies of 700 years ago.  Enjoy the spicy aromas and so much more in the medieval fair, learn to play medieval games, visit a rich merchant’s kitchen and walk along a bustling medieval street.

See how we know all about Dublin’s past, and where we have all been influenced by the Viking and Medieval era with magnificent artefacts on display, including those found at the famous Wood Quay excavations. Finish your visit by climbing an original medieval tower, a 96 step climb to the top, where you can see spectacular views of the city.

See Dublin from a new perspective and come away knowing more about its citizens throughout the ages!

 

One of Dublin’s top visitor attractions

Gift Shop

The gift shop at Dublinia stocks jewelry, postcards, children’s costumes and fun items for visitors to take home as a memento of their visit.  We have a fantastic collection of books and gifts from the Viking and Medieval periods of Dublin and beyond for both adults and children.

 Cafe

Located in the Civic Room with its beautiful stained glassed window overlooking the crossroads of Viking and Medieval Dublin. Tea/Coffee and cakes are all available here.

 

Dublinia Events:

There are so many events in Dublinia every year.

All upcoming  events at Dublinia click here            

Dublinia Daily tours 

As an added bonus to your visit, we offer a guided public tour of one of our exhibitions. This happens once a day from Monday to Sunday at 2.30pm. This is free of charge with your admission price. Daily tours can include a visit through Viking or Medieval Dublin, or else a glimpse into the world of Archaeology in our History Hunters exhibitions.

Dublinia Opening Hours

This Dublin attraction is open daily, Monday to Sunday. 

1 Apr – 30 Sep1 Oct – 23 Dec27 Dec – 28 Feb
Monday10:00 – 17:30Monday10:00 – 16:30Monday10:00 – 16:30
Tuesday10:00 – 17:30Tuesday10:00 – 16:30Tuesday10:00 – 16:30
Wednesday10:00 – 17:30Wednesday10:00 – 16:30Wednesday10:00 – 16:30
Thursday10:00 – 17:30Thursday10:00 – 16:30Thursday10:00 – 16:30
Friday10:00 – 17:30Friday10:00 – 16:30Friday10:00 – 16:30
Saturday10:00 – 17:30Saturday10:00 – 16:30Saturday10:00 – 16:30
Sunday10:00 – 17:30Sunday10:00 – 16:30Sunday10:00 – 16:30

Exceptions:

New Years Day10:00 – 16:30
St Patricks Day10:00 – 14:30
Good Friday10:00 – 17:30
Easter Monday10:00 – 17:30
May Day10:00 – 17:30
June Holiday10:00 – 17:30
August Holiday10:00 – 17:30
October Holiday10:00 – 16:30
Christmas Dayclosed
St Stephens Dayclosed

How to get to Dublinia

Dublinia is located at Christ Church, the crossroads of St. Michael’s Hill, Patrick Street, and High Street, in Dublin City Centre. Dublinia is connected to Christ Church Cathedral by a Neo-Gothic archway.

Parking at Dublinia:   Q-Park Christ Church on Werburgh Street is the nearest car park found behind Jury’s Hotel. Dublinia provides a special discount for parking at Q-Park.  ‘Q-Park Discount Tickets’ are available for visitors to collect from the Dublinia Shop before returning to the car park.  Don’t forget to ask Dublinia staff member for your discounted ticket.

Public transport 

By Luas:  By Luas, red line to the Four Courts, 7 minute walk to Dublinia.

By Bus:  By bus, numbers 49, 49A, 54A, and 123.

By Train:  15 minute walk from Heuston Station and Tara St Station.

Parking at Dublinia:   Q-Park Christ Church on Werburgh Street is the nearest car park is and is located behind Jury’s Hotel. Dublinia customers receive a special discount rate when parking. Special ‘Q-Park Discount Tickets’ are available for customers to collect from the Dublinia Shop before returning to the car park. Simply ask a staff member for your discount ticket.

See the map below for directions.

Click here for Q Park’s Website

Dublin Kids tips:

  • A discounted combined ticket is on offer for Dublinia & the adjoining Christ Church Cathedral
  • there are discount for groups of ten and more visiting Dublinia. Must be pre-booked.
  • No charge for one teacher/supervisor with every ten students.
  • last admission is an hour before closing time
  • the average visit length is 90 minutes. Allow yourself plenty of time, there is a lot in it