
4.5 ·
Explore St Patrick's Cathedral, Ireland's national cathedral and a fixture of medieval Dublin. Walk the nave beneath tall ceilings, admire the stained glass and read the historic memorials.
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St Patrick's is Ireland's national cathedral for the Church of Ireland, built in the 13th century and still hosting regular musical recitals. Visitors pay an admission fee at the entrance, with reduced rates for some groups, and reviewers point to the stained-glass windows, high ceilings and well-kept historic details.
About 45 minutes covers the main interior comfortably. It sits within easy walking distance of other medieval sights in the Liberties and old city.
It suits first-time visitors wanting architecture and history in one central stop.
St Patrick's is Ireland's national cathedral for the Church of Ireland, built in the 13th century and still hosting regular musical recitals. Visitors pay an admission fee at the entrance, with reduced rates for some groups, and reviewers point to the stained-glass windows, high ceilings and well-kept historic details.
About 45 minutes covers the main interior comfortably. It sits within easy walking distance of other medieval sights in the Liberties and old city.
It suits first-time visitors wanting architecture and history in one central stop.
Duration
45 min
Best time
morning, lunchtime or afternoon
Intensity
Easy pace
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Must see! Beautiful architecture and history. You do have to play at the entrance to get in about 12 euros per adult, there are different prices for kids, the elderly and large families. The entrance does include a map in different languages and an audio guide that is in English that is very easy to operate. The…
Ana Carrion
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