Christ Church Cathedral: Entry Ticket + Audio Guide
What to expect
⛪ Explore Dublin’s oldest medieval cathedral, with historic exhibits, majestic architecture, and a vast medieval crypt.
Highlights
🏛 Step into History – Walk through Dublin’s first cathedral, founded in the 11th century, and admire its stained glass, stonework, and medieval tiles.
🪦 Explore a Vast Crypt – Descend into one of the largest medieval crypts in British Isles, home to the Treasures of Christ Church exhibition.
📜 Uncover Priceless Relics – See Ireland’s first copy of the Magna Carta, sacred silver, and the legendary mummified cat and rat.
⚔️ Strongbow’s Tomb – Pay homage at Strongbow's tomb and hear the story of Dublin’s patron saint, St. Laurence O'Toole.
🎶 Experience the Choir – If you visit at the right time, hear the Christ Church choir, which has been singing since 1493.
Description
Christ Church Cathedral stands proudly as Dublin’s oldest medieval cathedral, filled with centuries of history and awe-inspiring architecture.
Originally built in the 11th century, this spiritual landmark houses the largest medieval crypt in Ireland and Britain, where The King’s Treasury showcases priceless holy relics and ancient treasures.
Discover Ireland’s first copy of the Magna Carta and explore three immersive audio themes on a self-guided tour: ‘Power and Politics,’ ‘Christ Church and the City,’ and ‘Music and Spirituality.’
With its beautiful stained glass, historic floor tiles, and intricate tombs, the cathedral offers countless highlights, including the tomb of Strongbow, the renowned Norman warrior, and the story of St. Laurence O'Toole’s preserved heart.
Whether visiting for its spiritual significance, historical treasures, or choir’s moving performance, Christ Church Cathedral is a journey back in time right in the heart of Dublin.
What is included
⚬ Cathedral and Crypt Entry
⚬ Includes access to Treasures of Christ Church exhibition
⚬ Information leaflets available in multiple languages
🎧 Digital Audio Self-Guide: English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish 🇬🇧🇫🇷🇩🇪🇮🇹🇵🇱🇵🇹🇪🇸
Important information
⚠️ Last admission: 45 minutes before closing
🕒 Opening Hours:
Monday: 9:00 - 18:00
Tuesday: 9:30 - 17:30
Wednesday: 9:00 - 18:00
Thursday: 9:30 - 17:30
Friday: 9:00 - 18:00
Saturday: 9:00 - 18:00
Sunday: 12:30 - 15:00
Address
Christchurch Place, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Dublin
Starting Point
Christ Church Cathedral
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Reviews
AnonymousDec 21, 2024 • Verified customer
Christ church has a beautiful interior. I was fortunate enough to hear an organ recital - acoustics are amazing. Very helpful and friendly staff.
RomuloNov 30, 2024 • Verified customer
Spiritual experience, just amazing history and the crypt and copy of the Magna Carta are worth the trip, Christmas decorations were gorgeous.
RosemaryJan 19, 2025 • Verified customer
The Cathedral is absolutely beautiful. I had no problem using the website to purchase tickets. All in all one of the most favorable experiences of my trip.
FionaSep 16, 2024 • Verified customer
Warm welcome from concierge - well kept and interesting - bells were amazing as was the heartbeat outside