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Glasnevin Cemetery Museum
& Guided Walking Tours
Ahauntingly gorgeous
cemetery, with fantastic Glasnevin’s expert guides proudly tell and famous, paupers and politicians,
tour guides. Covering 124 the story of modern Ireland through artists, warriors and heroes, all
acres it’s large with plenty interactive exhibitions, dramatic re- resting side by side in this renowned
to appreciate. However, the tour enactments and daily walking tours Victorian Garden Cemetery.
itself covers a relatively small area visiting many of the renowned figures Hearing about the history and
and it’s a great way of getting outside that shaped the country including accomplishments of the individuals
and perfect for anyone interested Daniel O’Connell, Charles Stewart immortalized here is the only way
in learning about some of the most Parnell, Eamon DeValera, Michael to truly appreciate this cemetery. A
important and history lesson made
famous individuals fun and memorable
of Ireland and their by guides who know
legacy. their stuff, with
Listed at number plenty of wit to spare.
1 on Tripadvisor, Be prepared to enjoy
Glasnevin also won yourself.
the prestigious Best Coach parking is
Cultural Experience available on site.
in Ireland award Located within easy
– presented by reach of Dublin’s city
the Irish Tourism centre Glasnevin is
Industry. 2.5km from Junction
5 (M50) & 2.5km
As one Tripadvisor from O’Connell
visitor commented: St. Other facilities
include a gift shop,
“NOT Weird, café, genealogy
really!” research area, and
Reviewed 4 free pedestrian
September 2015 access to the
I know, it seems National Botanic
weird to go to a Gardens.
cemetery on a site-
seeing tour of a city Celebrating history,
with so much to heritage and culture,
offer. But, this is not the case with Collins and Brendan Behan. join this intriguing journey through
Glasnevin. Think of it more as a Ireland’s past.
history walk through the last 200 Their enthusiasm is compelling;
years - all in one location. Well worth brimming with banter and charm
the price of admission - the tour is each guide is passionate about
truly amazing. If you are a tourist, sharing their love of heritage and Private group and
it’ll give you a real insight into the history, telling the stories of Ireland’s public tours daily
Irish struggle for independence. I complex and fascinating history. Re-enactments at 2.30pm daily (to
have lived in Ireland for just over 5 Visitors learn about the harsh
years now, and I’ve seen nearly every realities of life in Dublin, hear about Oct 11th 2015)
“tourist sight” on the island, but this Public Rates: Adults €12; Seniors/
Students €8; Family: €25.
has moved to the top of my list for gravediggers and grave robbers, 01 882 6550/email booking@
tourist recommendations for my cholera epidemics, and world wars. glasnevintrust.ie
visitors. Try it, you’ll like it:-) Since 1832, 1.5 million people have www.glasnevincemetery.ie
VisitwedwwM.acatiyve2ir0l.i1e 5 been interred in Glasnevin - rich
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& Guided Walking Tours
Ahauntingly gorgeous
cemetery, with fantastic Glasnevin’s expert guides proudly tell and famous, paupers and politicians,
tour guides. Covering 124 the story of modern Ireland through artists, warriors and heroes, all
acres it’s large with plenty interactive exhibitions, dramatic re- resting side by side in this renowned
to appreciate. However, the tour enactments and daily walking tours Victorian Garden Cemetery.
itself covers a relatively small area visiting many of the renowned figures Hearing about the history and
and it’s a great way of getting outside that shaped the country including accomplishments of the individuals
and perfect for anyone interested Daniel O’Connell, Charles Stewart immortalized here is the only way
in learning about some of the most Parnell, Eamon DeValera, Michael to truly appreciate this cemetery. A
important and history lesson made
famous individuals fun and memorable
of Ireland and their by guides who know
legacy. their stuff, with
Listed at number plenty of wit to spare.
1 on Tripadvisor, Be prepared to enjoy
Glasnevin also won yourself.
the prestigious Best Coach parking is
Cultural Experience available on site.
in Ireland award Located within easy
– presented by reach of Dublin’s city
the Irish Tourism centre Glasnevin is
Industry. 2.5km from Junction
5 (M50) & 2.5km
As one Tripadvisor from O’Connell
visitor commented: St. Other facilities
include a gift shop,
“NOT Weird, café, genealogy
really!” research area, and
Reviewed 4 free pedestrian
September 2015 access to the
I know, it seems National Botanic
weird to go to a Gardens.
cemetery on a site-
seeing tour of a city Celebrating history,
with so much to heritage and culture,
offer. But, this is not the case with Collins and Brendan Behan. join this intriguing journey through
Glasnevin. Think of it more as a Ireland’s past.
history walk through the last 200 Their enthusiasm is compelling;
years - all in one location. Well worth brimming with banter and charm
the price of admission - the tour is each guide is passionate about
truly amazing. If you are a tourist, sharing their love of heritage and Private group and
it’ll give you a real insight into the history, telling the stories of Ireland’s public tours daily
Irish struggle for independence. I complex and fascinating history. Re-enactments at 2.30pm daily (to
have lived in Ireland for just over 5 Visitors learn about the harsh
years now, and I’ve seen nearly every realities of life in Dublin, hear about Oct 11th 2015)
“tourist sight” on the island, but this Public Rates: Adults €12; Seniors/
Students €8; Family: €25.
has moved to the top of my list for gravediggers and grave robbers, 01 882 6550/email booking@
tourist recommendations for my cholera epidemics, and world wars. glasnevintrust.ie
visitors. Try it, you’ll like it:-) Since 1832, 1.5 million people have www.glasnevincemetery.ie
VisitwedwwM.acatiyve2ir0l.i1e 5 been interred in Glasnevin - rich
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