Glasnevin Cemetery

Cemetery · Drumcondra

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"Tell me, what’s this place all about? Dublin is a city built on history. Famous activists, politicians, artists, writers , and thinkers all shaped the city as we know it today, and many of them are buried at Glasnevin Cemetery. For swift entry into the expansive green space, buy tickets online ahead of time. What’s it like being there? The mood here isn't light—this is a cemetery, after all—but the fresh air and the moving tribute to influential Irish figures will help enrich your understanding of Dublin. Is there a guide involved? Guided tours, where you can learn more about the formative individuals laid to rest here, are a must. The general tour gives an overview of Irish history, while the Dead Interesting tour focuses on Irish popular culture and folklore. Who comes here? People looking to delve into Irish history and leave with a few new tidbits of info. Did it meet expectations? The cemetery itself is comparable to other European cemeteries—there's a range of notable headstones and monuments. But with various generations of important souls buried here, the overall story they tell is uniquely Irish—and something one can only experience in Dublin. So, then, what, or who, do you think it’s best for? If you skipped the history books (or the Wikipedia page) on Dublin and want to delve deeper into the city, a Glasnevin Cemetery tour will provide a thorough and engaging overview." - Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

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Finglas Rd, Glasnevin, Dublin, D11 XA32, Ireland Get directions

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