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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 – 10:30 AM, 1:00 – 2:30 PM
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The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with regular musical recitals.via Google
The national cathedral of the Church of Ireland, founded in 1191, and the burial site of Gulliver's Travels author Jonathan Swift.
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- An active place of worship; check opening times for tourists.
Reviews from Google
Visited St Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin during our trip. It is a beautiful and historic cathedral with impressive architecture, stained glass, and a peaceful atmosphere inside. As I am not religious, I personally felt that the experience was quite similar to visiting other cathedrals or churches around Europe. That said, it is still a meaningful place to visit, especially if you enjoy history, architecture, or religious heritage. Overall, it is worth a short visit if you are already nearby, but it may not be a must-see for everyone.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral is a true architectural gem and a must for people who love history. The Gothic interior, high ceilings, and the burial site of Jonathan Swift are highlights. It’s incredibly atmospheric and steeped in 800 years of history. A stunning, peaceful landmark in the heart of Dublin!
I really enjoyed visiting this beautifully historic cathedral. The architecture is magnificent and awe inspiring. I instantly felt the weight of the history of this space upon entering. I’m not personally religious but I still felt like visiting this cathedral was a meaningful way to connect with my Irish ancestors, who were Catholics. No matter what background you come from, this is definitely a place you must visit when in Dublin. They also offer tickets that gets you entry to Marsh’s Library as well as the cathedral which is excellent.
Visiting St Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin was a truly unforgettable experience. The cathedral is magnificent, with stunning Gothic architecture, beautiful stained-glass windows, and an atmosphere of deep history and serenity. Walking through the interior, you can feel the centuries of tradition and spiritual heritage that make this place so special. Every detail — from the impressive vaulted ceilings to the carefully preserved monuments — reflects the rich cultural history of Ireland. The cathedral is wonderfully maintained, and the peaceful atmosphere allows visitors to fully appreciate its beauty and significance. It is undoubtedly one of the most remarkable landmarks in Dublin and a place I would highly recommend to anyone visiting the city.
There almost to much history and drama to even begin to list. We went on a Friday and only had about 20 others in the church with us. Pro tip: bring headphones so you can listen to the audio tour. It is so interesting and informative. Plan for at least an hour to two hours in order to see smell and touch everything. It's so worth it! I make silent travel videos and review hotels and their amenities. Like, follow and share on Y0uTube. Search: Inexperienced traveler. See you there. Thank you!