Step right into Ireland’s history with your ticket to the GPO Museum, in the heart of Dublin city centre. You’ll visit one of the country’s most famous buildings and learn about the key events that shaped modern Irish history, including the 1916 Easter Rising.
Why Visit the GPO History Museum in Dublin?
The General Post Office Museum, better known as the GPO Museum, is one of Dublin’s must-see attractions. Located inside the city’s historic General Post Office on O’Connell Street, it’s a place you shouldn’t miss during your trip to the Irish capital.
The GPO Museum takes you on a journey through Ireland’s past, exploring the events that changed the course of the nation. You’ll learn about the 1916 Easter Rising and modern Irish history through a range of immersive and interactive exhibits.
With your GPO Museum ticket, you’ll see original artefacts and historical documents and watch a powerful film that brings the Easter Rising to life. You’ll also learn about the Irish War of Independence, the Anglo-Irish Treaty, the Civil War, and the challenges faced during the peace process.
This experience is perfect for all ages, as the museum includes games and interactive displays that make learning fun for the whole family.
The visit to the GPO Museum usually lasts between 1 and 1.5 hours, though you can explore at your own pace.
Opening Hours
The GPO Museum is open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. Please note that the last admission is at 4 pm.
Audio Guide
When you arrive at the GPO Museum, you can scan the QR code with your phone to access the free audio guide offered by the museum, or rent headphones with an audio guide for 2EUR. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Irish.
