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The Custom House

Name: The Custom House
Rating: 4.6

4.6 ·

See the Custom House, James Gandon's neoclassical landmark on the Liffey. Walk the quays to take in its long facade, then look into what the building reveals about Dublin's port past.

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Full description

The Custom House is a neoclassical building on the north bank of the Liffey, designed by James Gandon and finished in 1791. It still serves as a government office, so most visitors admire it from the outside, where its long facade and dome stand out from the quays.

Reviewers compare its presence to a parliament building and mention guided visits that explain Dublin's history as a port. A short stop of about 15 minutes works well on a riverside walk.

Hours are weekdays, with the building closed on Saturdays.

Reviewers compare its presence to a parliament building and mention guided visits that explain Dublin's history as a port. A short stop of about 15 minutes works well on a riverside walk.

Hours are weekdays, with the building closed on Saturdays.

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Address

North Wall, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland · North Wall

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

View it from across the river for the full facade
check weekday hours if you want to go inside, as it is closed Saturdays
ask about guided visits for the port history.

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Reviews

We did to guided two guided tow of this impressive building, the first one was with Bernie of the interior and the very interesting history, the second one was touring the outside of the building learning all about the architecture, and the many statues that adorn it with Dane. Both were excellent guides.

V H

4/5

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