St. Patrick's Cathedral

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Built in honour of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral stands beside the well where Saint Patrick is said to have baptised the Irish people into Christianity. Part of Ireland’s history for over 800 years, St. Patrick’s Cathedral is one of the most popular visitor attractions in Dublin.

What can I expect

Over 1000 Years of history at St. Patrick's Cathedral
Hear the sounds of one of Ireland's most famous choirs.
See the Door of Reconciliation, and discover where the expression "to chance your arm" originated
Experience beautiful Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.
Learn about Jonathan Swift, a former Dean of St. Patrick's.

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A Dublin Treasure and Architectural Gem

Saint Patrick’s Cathedral offers visitors a compelling cultural experience and is one of the most spectacular buildings in Ireland.

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Why visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral?

St. Patrick's Cathedral is the National Cathedral of the Church of Ireland and is Ireland's largest cathedral. The Cathedral now serves as a place of worship, a visitor attraction and as a host for many iconic events.

Built in 1220, the Cathedral hosts services (twice daily Sunday - Friday). At the stunning cathedral, visitors will see a selection of artifacts relating to Jonathan Swift. Jonathan Swift, the author of Gulliver’s Travels, was Dean of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral in the 1700s and he is one of many burials on site.

The cathedral also features a Discovery Space with iPads playing sounds from the choir and touch screen technology illuminating the cathedral’s long history. Perhaps more than any other building in Ireland, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral embodies the history and heritage of all Irish people of all backgrounds from the earliest times to the present day.

Since Saint Patrick baptised Christian converts nearby over 1500 years ago, this holy site has been a place of spiritual encounter for countless generations.

Self-Guided Visits at St. Patrick’s Cathedral

As you walk through the cathedral, you will notice that it is filled with natural light, glittering mosaics, and paintings adorning its gorgeous interior, and the stunning floor. A self-guided visit lasts approximately 40 minutes.

St. Patrick’s Cathedral Tickets

You can buy entry tickets for St. Patrick’s Cathedral direct from DoDublin - just choose your preferred date and time. Your fee will help maintain the stunning cathedral for years to come.

Where is St. Patrick's Cathedral?

The Cathedral is located at the junction of Patrick Street and Upper Kevin Street. It is located close to Christ Church Cathedral, Teeling Whiskey Distillery, Dublinia, and Guinness Storehouse.

Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

The DoDublin Hop-On Hop-Off Tour has a designated stop right outside the Cathedral. City Sightseeing Tour also stops at the cathedral.

Dublin Bus

Dublin Bus have many routes passing by St. Patrick's Cathedral, including the 49, 54A, 56A, 77A, and 151. Check Dublin Bus for more details.

Walk

From Trinity College Dublin, the Cathedral is 1km approx walking distance - this is a 16 minute walk approx. (On the way, take in the iconic Dublin Castle and the Chester Beatty Library

Cycle

Getting to St. Patrick's Cathedral by bike is relatively easy. If you're using a Dublin Bike, there are stands at Francis St. and Christ Church Place.