Experience Glasnevin - Ireland's National Cemetery

Experience Glasnevin - Ireland's National Cemetery Welcome to Glasnevin, Ireland's National Cemetery, where every plot has a story.
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We are delighted to welcome you to Experience Glasnevin - Ireland's National Cemetery, with our ever-popular tours and our indoor 'Extra-ordinary Lives' exhibition.

01/09/2026

Everyone knows about the sinking of the Titanic, but perhaps less well known is the tragic sinking of the RMS Leinster in 1918, the single greatest loss of life on the Irish Sea, a mere month prior to the end of the Great War.

104 years ago, Michael Collins was laid to rest in Glasnevin Cemetery.His funeral was the largest in Glasnevin’s histo...
28/08/2026

104 years ago, Michael Collins was laid to rest in Glasnevin Cemetery.

His funeral was the largest in Glasnevin’s history. Today, 104 years on, his grave remains the most visited in the cemetery, with flowers and other tributes being left at his graveside each day.

The grave of Michael Collins this morning on his 104th anniversary 🇮🇪
22/08/2026

The grave of Michael Collins this morning on his 104th anniversary 🇮🇪

19/08/2026

To celebrate National Heritage Week this year, join us for our special Dead Interesting highlight tours of Glasnevin Cemetery 🇮🇪

Explore the crypt of Daniel O’Connell and some of the more unusual stories of Ireland’s National Cemetery!

The tours are completely free, and kick off at 4 PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday (Aug 20 - 22). Hope to see you there!

15/08/2026

Remembering General Michael Collins and President Arthur Griffith

Each year, the Collins Griffith Commemoration Society gathers at Glasnevin Cemetery to honour two of the central figures in the foundation of the Irish State.

We are a non-political historical and commemorative society, committed to keeping their memory and legacy alive.

📆 Join us this Sunday at Glasnevin Cemetery. Please be there for 12.45pm. Everyone is very welcome.

12/08/2026

From “head crushed by elephant” to “killed by lion”, here are five unusual causes of death found in Glasnevin Cemetery’s burial records.

08/08/2026

Two Presidents of Ireland are buried in Glasnevin, including Sean T. O’Kelly. Warren chats to a recent tour group about his headstone, his wives and his contribution to Irish history.

06/08/2026

Here are five things you may not know about Daniel O’Connell!

And of course, happy 251st birthday!

We are pleased to announce that Experience Glasnevin is now JAM friendly! The JAM Card allows people with a learning dif...
06/08/2026

We are pleased to announce that Experience Glasnevin is now JAM friendly!

The JAM Card allows people with a learning difficulty, autism, or a communication barrier to let others know that they may need “just a minute”.

As part of our commitment to accessibility and inclusion, our team have completed JAM awareness training and are committed to providing a welcoming and supportive experience for all visitors.

We are proud to join a growing network of organisations across Ireland working to ensure that everyone can engage with our history in an inclusive and respectful environment.

01/08/2026

Here are five things that you may not know about the revolutionary leader Michael Collins!

Address

Glasnevin Cemetery, Finglas Road, Glasnevin
Dublin
D11XA32

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+35318826550

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