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.

Be sure to tune in to the History Show on at 6 PM tomorrow evening!Myles Dungan interviews Ultan and Dr. Brian Casey ab...
30/05/2026

Be sure to tune in to the History Show on at 6 PM tomorrow evening!

Myles Dungan interviews Ultan and Dr. Brian Casey about the fascinating history of Glasnevin Cemetery!

27/05/2026

Why were the doors in old Irish round towers located so high up from the ground?

26/05/2026

This was among the most infamous tragedies in Dublin’s history, when Mary O’Connor and four of her young children died after eating poisoned mussels at Seapoint in 1890.

20/05/2026

The only grave in the country with two former Taoiseach buried in it, the Cosgrave family grave in Goldenbridge Cemetery.

Ultan tells the story at the grave for the recent tour in Goldenbridge.

10/05/2026

What’s worse than graverobbing? Bodysnatching ⚰️

As part of our series of tours of Goldenbridge Cemetery for , Ultan goes into the grisly details of bodysnatching in Dublin.

07/05/2026

It may sound surprising, but biodiversity and sustainability are important in preserving old cemeteries such as Glasnevin and Goldenbridge! 🌱

Today, Ultan chats with Grounds and Estates Manager Petra about the recent work of her team in preserving the beauty of these historic cemeteries!

02/05/2026

What was the purpose behind this Roman-like temple in the middle of one of Dublin’s oldest cemeteries?

If you’re interested in learning more about the fascinating history of Goldenbridge Cemetery, join Ultan for free guided tours taking place from May 6th to May 9th, in celebration of !

30/04/2026

By exploring one of Dublin’s oldest cemeteries, you may come across this poignant headstone, erected by a grieving father almost two hundred years ago.

If you’re interested in learning more about the fascinating history of Goldenbridge Cemetery, join Ultan for free guided tours taking place from May 6th to May 9th, in celebration of

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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