Christ Church Cathedral: Tickets & Dublin Pass Inclusion
45 min - 1 h
Medieval Cathedral
Founded 1030; current stone structure begun 1173
Christchurch Pl, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Ireland
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Practical Visitor Info & Tips
€12.00
Free during worship services
Mon-Sat from 9:30am; Sunday 12:30-2:30pm (worship hours only)
None required for general admission; Sunday hours limited to worship (12:30-2:30pm), free during services.
Dublin's oldest cathedral (founded 1030), including its medieval crypt, one of the largest in Britain and Ireland.
| Option | Price | Booking | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | €12.00 | No reservation needed | |
| During worship services | Free | Sunday 12:30-2:30pm | |
| With Dublin Pass (any tier) | Included | Eligible on all 3 tiers |
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Ticket Options
€12.00
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See pass compatibility below ↓Overview & History
Christ Church Cathedral is Dublin's oldest cathedral, its foundations dating to 1030 and its current medieval stone structure begun in 1173 under Norman rule. Its atmospheric crypt — one of the largest surviving medieval crypts in Britain and Ireland — holds centuries of artifacts, and the cathedral is included on every tier of the Dublin Pass.
What to See: Top Highlights
The Medieval Crypt
One of the largest surviving crypts of its kind, dating largely to the 12th and 13th centuries.
The Mummified Cat and Rat
A famous preserved cat and rat found trapped in an organ pipe, on permanent display in the crypt.
The Nave and Choir
Restored Victorian-era Gothic Revival architecture above the original Norman foundations.
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Does the Dublin Pass Include This?
Compare Dublin PassesYes — confirmed included on all three Dublin Pass tiers (Essentials, Explorer, and All-Inclusive), operated by Go City.
Dublin Pass - Essentials Pass
Included. Confirmed directly on gocity.com's official Dublin Pass tier-comparison table.
Dublin Pass - Explorer Pass
Included. Confirmed directly on gocity.com's official Dublin Pass tier-comparison table.
Dublin Pass - All-Inclusive Pass
Included. Confirmed directly on gocity.com's official Dublin Pass tier-comparison table.
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