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Abbey Theatre

Name: Abbey Theatre
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ·

Take an evening at the Abbey Theatre, Ireland's national theatre in Dublin's North City. Watch a new Irish or international play, and if time allows, join a guided tour behind the scenes to learn how the theatre grew from Yeats's vision.

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Full description

The Abbey Theatre is Ireland's national theatre, founded with WB Yeats among its originators and now housed in a contemporary building in Dublin's North City. Its programme centres on new Irish writing alongside international plays, and a typical performance with interval fills around two and a half hours.

Visitors also mention guided behind-the-scenes tours that cover the theatre's history and Irish cultural heritage, often combined with an evening show. Opening hours run through the afternoon into early evening, and booking ahead is advised.

It suits couples and culture-minded travellers looking for an evening of serious, well-staged drama.

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Address

26/27 Abbey Street Lower, North City, Dublin 1, D01 K0F1, Ireland · North City

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Booking required

Duration

2h30

Best time

lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Book performance tickets in advance
consider adding a backstage tour the same or next day
check the current programme to match the play to your interests.

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Reviews

We were given a tour by the amazing Brían. It was a fantastic behind the scenes experience with loads of fascinating history and fun facts about the theatre. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to do something a little bit different.

Katie O'Sullivan

1/5

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