Christ Church Cathedral Medieval Heritage Tours

What to Expect

Guided tours of Dublin’s medieval cathedral on the site of the original Viking settlement. Visitors see medieval architecture, crypt with 12th-century stonework, historic monuments, and learn about Dublin’s Viking and medieval history. The cathedral dates from 1172 and contains architectural layers spanning centuries.

Good to Know

• Open daily 9am - 6pm (tours run at scheduled times)
• Tour admission: €10 (includes cathedral entry)
• Approximately 1-1.5 hours
• Active religious building, respectful dress recommended
• Accessible - level access to main cathedral, steps to upper galleries and crypt
• Historic surrounding streets contain other medieval heritage sites
• Crypt is particularly interesting archaeologically and architecturally
• Gift shop and visitor facilities

Getting There

Christchurch Place is south of the Liffey in Medieval Dublin. Walking distance from city centre (10-15 min from O’Connell Bridge). Luas: Red Line to Tara Street (5 min walk). Multiple bus routes.