Dublinia

Welcome to Dublinia, a vibrant and immersive gateway into the 'mysterious halls' of Dublin’s past. Located in the heart of the 'medieval walled city' and housed within the historic Synod Hall of Christ Church Cathedral, Dublinia…

Begin your journey in the 'Viking Dublin' exhibition, where you step back into the era of the 'Norsemen from Scandinavia.' These intrepid sailors arrived in the late 9th century, sailing up the 'River Liffey' to establish what…

Transition into the 'Medieval Dublin' galleries, which explore the city from the 'Norman invasion' in the 12th century to the late 15th century. This era saw the 'establishment of the kingdom of Dublin' and the 'building of the…

The final major section of Dublinia is 'The History Hunter,' which bridges the gap between 'ancient history and modern science.' Here, you can learn how 'archaeologists and historians' have piece together the 'story of Dublin'…

Ascend the 'Skyview Tower,' the historic belfry of St. Michael’s Church, which offers a 'breathtaking and unparalleled view' of the modern city and its 'medieval core.' Historically, this tower was a 'central part of the walled…

Just outside Dublinia lies Wood Quay, the 'literal birthplace' of Viking Dublin and the site of the 'most important archeological discovery' in the city’s history. In the 1970s, excavations here revealed a 'vast Viking…

A short walk from Dublinia takes you to 'St. Audoen’s Church,' which 'once stood at the heart of the medieval walled city.' This is 'one of the oldest buildings' in County Dublin, dating back to the 12th century. …

As we conclude our journey through Dublinia, take a moment to reflect on the 'sheer scale and vibrancy' of the history we have explored. We have walked the 'reconstructed Viking streets,' felt the 'reality of medieval life,'…