Saint Patrick’s Cathedral has been part of Ireland’s story for over 800 years. In honour of Ireland’s patron saint, it offers a rich cultural and spiritual experience, built on the site where Saint Patrick is said to have baptised early Christian converts 1500 years ago.
It is the National Cathedral of the Church of Ireland, and the largest in the country. Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travels, served as Dean of the cathedral in the 1700s and is buried here. The phrase “to chance your arm” originated within its walls. The world famous choir, founded in 1432, still performs daily during school term. Visitors can explore the cathedral through guided or self guided tours available every day.
- Saint Patrick's Cathedral Night Tours
AutumnSaint Patrick's Cathedral Night Tours Embrace the seasonal allure of Dublin's history on a Guided Night Tour at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral this winter!
- A Georgian Christmas Gala Dinner
AutumnA Georgian Christmas Gala Dinner Step back in time and experience what it would have been light to celebrate Christmas in the era of Jonathan Swift.
- Jonathan Swift Festival 2025
AutumnJonathan Swift Festival 2025 Experience Swift like never before! The Jonathan Swift Festival is back for 2025 with several events celebrating the birth of one of Ireland’s most celebrated writers and former Dean of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral.
- Jonathan Swift Festival: Savage Indignation
AutumnJonathan Swift Festival: Savage Indignation Savage Indignation, a musical exploring the life of Jonathan Swift told through interviews, theatre and music.
- Whitney Houston by Candlelight
Whitney Houston by Candlelight Calling all Whitney Houston fans! You have been Saving All Your Love for this Moment In Time! Get ready to experience the best of Whitney Houston All At Once, at this epic live concert, starring Kieshia Chun and her Million Dollar Band!
- Christmas by Candlelight at Saint Patrick's Cathedral
Arts and cultureChristmas by Candlelight at Saint Patrick's Cathedral The ultimate Christmas concert is here! Join a spectacular cast of West End singers and incredible live band, as they perform your favourite Christmas Hits, as you have never heard them before!
- Handel's Messiah
Arts and cultureHandel's Messiah The Irish Baroque Orchestra's annual production of Handel's Messiah is an established highlight of the December calendar. Performed on period instruments and with chorus, it captures Handel's much-loved work in all its original colour and splendour.
- Irish Baroque Orchestra presents Bach's Christmas Oratorio
Arts and cultureIrish Baroque Orchestra presents Bach's Christmas Oratorio From the jubilant opening chorus "Jauchzet, frohlocket" to the serene and tender arias, every note of Bach's Christmas Oratorio celebrates the nativity story with reverence and exuberance.
Marsh's Library, beside the Cathedral is a must. It's the oldest public library in Ireland and contains 25,000 books.
