The dean and chapter of Christ Church cathedral welcome visitors to the mother church of the dioceses of Dublin and Glendalough in the Church of Ireland. The cathedral was founded c. 1030 by Sitruic, king of the Dublin Norse. Christ Church cathedral is Dublin’s oldest and most recognised landmark and the cathedral and crypt exhibition Treasures of Christ Church reflect 1000 years of history, architecture and worship in Ireland. The choral services are sung by the cathedral choir, which traces its origins to 1480 and is famous for taking part in the first performance of Handel’s Messiah. Treasures of Christ Church displays a unique range of manuscripts, historic artefacts and spectacular examples of gold and silverware. Christ Church holds a series of concerts, recitals and talks every year.
Opening Times:
Cathedral visiting hours including Treasury:
June, July & August: Monday - Saturday: 09.45-18.15
(except in case of choral service when cathedral closes at 17.00)
Sunday: 12.30-14.30, 16.30-18.15
September - May: Monday - Saturday: 09.45-16.15; Sunday: 12.30-14.30
Please check website for times of services.
Facilities:
Visit the cathedral gift shop and mediaeval crypt.
How to Get There:
By foot: From Trinity College, walk along College Green, Dame Street and Lord Edward Street.
By bus: 49, 50, 51B, 54A, 56A, 65, 77, 77A, 78A, 123.
By train: DART to Tara Street. Take the feeder bus No.90 from Tara Street to Wood Quay.
