Heritage Ireland

Ireland’s National Heritage in the care of the Office of Public Works

COVID-19 Level 5

Please follow the protective measures in place at the OPW Heritage Sites open under Level 5.

Outdoor playgrounds, play areas and parks - All remain open with protective measures in place. Face coverings are recommended in busy or crowded areas.

Check individual site pages here for opening arrangements.

COVID-19 closures

Please note arising from our visitor sites being closed as a result of COVID-19, all Heritage Cards due to expire between 14 March 2020 and 13 March 2021, will be extended for a full year.

Winter Solstice 2020 at Newgrange

Details surrounding the Winter Solstice and the live streaming event from within the Chamber can be found at the following link

Live Stream

Inspiring passion from our past.

We are the Irish Government’s historic environment service.

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Popular Locations

Discover the remains of prehistoric tombs. Imagine the thrill of defending a castle. Wander through medieval halls. Soak up the serenity of historic gardens and the splendour of great estates.