Heritage Card
A year packed full of great days out.
Purchase an OPW Heritage Card online today or at any of our fee paying OPW heritage sites.
Our exclusive Heritage Card lets you explore our rich history and stunning landscapes. This Card gives unlimited access to the country’s most iconic landmarks, including its castles, abbeys, cathedrals and much, much more.
Heritage Cards Costs
| Card Type: One Year Card | |
|---|---|
| Adult: | €40.00 |
| Senior (aged 60 years or over): | €30.00 |
| Student (with Valid ID): | €10.00 |
| Child (aged 12 to 18):
( Children under 12 have free admission) |
€10.00 |
| Family (2 adults and up to 5 children aged 12 to 18): | €90.00 |
Note: English Heritage members are entitled to free entry to all OPW sites.
Buy Online today and you will get:
Your card posted free of charge*
*Due to EU Customs rules, duty charges may be applied within any Non EU country and any such charges require payment by the receiver in advance of delivery.
Your Card dispatched within 10 working days of purchase. (Please allow sufficient time for your order to reach your chosen postal address).
Brochure of all the places to visit.
Sign up for email notifications of events, new attractions and more. (Alternatively, you can buy your card at any fee paying OPW heritage site).
Benefits
Here are just some of the OPW Heritage Card benefits
- Free to all OPW Heritage Sites
You get free access to all OPW managed heritage sites. Please click here for a list of these sites. - Unlimited Access
You can visit any or all attractions as often as you like, during the Heritage Card’s validity period. - Great Savings
You can make great savings compared to normal admissions, even if you only get to visit a few sites. The Cards are posted free of charge* and are accompanied by a summary booklet of all OPW visitor sites too!
*Due to EU Customs rules, duty charges may be applied within any Non EU country and any such charges require payment by the receiver in advance of delivery.
Testimonials
Subject: BRAVO!
I am writing to commend the Office of Public Works for their heritage site work and to offer my sincerest thank you for making our trip to Ireland in May 2024 a huge success!
We came across your site accidently while planning an itinerary for myself and a group of friends. It was a no-brainer that the OPW Heritage Card was going to give us access to many of the sites we wished to visit and save us a bundle at the same time.
It was money well-spent and I would recommend the OPW Heritage Card to anyone who is travelling to Ireland in the future. The tours were well-organized, entertaining and informative. Kudos to your guides at the sites we visited. They were all friendly, professional and helpful. Each time we left a site, we raved about the love and passion, and talent for story-telling that was shared for your unique history. It is a trip that we will remember forever and most of it was thanks to your organization.
Slainte!
Kathy from Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
The OPW Heritage Card provides free, unlimited, admission to all state-managed OPW Heritage Sites located throughout Ireland for the duration of the card’s validity.
*Manx National Heritage accept OPW Heritage Cards.
The OPW Heritage Card is valid for one year from first use. Heritage Cards only become valid on their first use , therefore, you can buy them well in advance of your trip.
Heritage Cards are only for individual, non-group, travellers, and therefore not available to tour operators or group organisers. If you are organising a group, we recommend you contact the heritage site(s) of interest directly.
The Card covers all tour admissions. At certain locations, parking facilities and ancillary services are provided by other bodies or agencies .There may be a charge for use of such services. Any such charges are separate, and Heritage Cardholders are not exempt from paying car parking fees.
You can order the Card online here. It will then be posted to your address anywhere in the world, or to your designated address. Heritage Cards will be dispatched within 10 working days from date of purchase. Delivery to all Non EU countries is subject to Customs Clearance [and a possible customs charge], so please allow sufficient time for your order to reach your chosen postal address. Alternatively, you can buy your Heritage Card at any OPW managed fee paying site.
The Heritage Card makes a perfect gift. When ordering online, simply tell us where you wish the Card to be posted to. It is also always advisable to alert the gift recipient to expect the card.
The list of pay-in sites the card can be used at feature on this website and in the ‘Heritage Sites of Ireland’ brochure. A copy of the brochure will be sent with each Heritage Card order received.
Please check the heritage site listing on this website and, from there, the direct link to the chosen heritage site’s profile on the Heritage Ireland website.
Contact Information
If you have any queries we suggest you first check out our Frequently Asked Questions and our Terms and Conditions.
If your query is not answered here, please email heritageweb@opw.ie and we will endeavour to respond to you within 5 working days.
Terms & Conditions
By purchasing an OPW Heritage Card, the customer and the users of the cards accept these terms and conditions.
Admit One manages this website in order to facilitate the purchase of Heritage Cards on behalf of the OPW. The OPW is responsible for the order fulfilment and the visitor experience when using the Cards at their Heritage Sites. The customer is the person who purchases the OPW Heritage Card(s). A customer may buy one or more Heritage Cards for the named users. The Heritage Card is solely for individuals/families, and small groups. It may be purchased by individuals/families and small groups, or by travel agents/ tour operators acting on their behalf. Accordingly, there are limits on the maximum number of Heritage Cards that may be purchased.
- Cards are valid for 12 months from their date of first use.
- The Card gives the signatory unlimited admission, during the card’s validity dates, to all heritage sites listed Here
- To be valid, physical Cards must be signed by the person named on the Card in advance of the first visit. The Card is only valid for use by the signatory on the Card and is strictly non-transferable.
- Use of an OPW Heritage Card by anyone other than the signatory constitutes fraud and may be subject to legal action. Proof of the cardholder’s identity may be sought at the Heritage sites, and admission may be declined without such proof. Proof of entitlement may be required for some Heritage Cards. For example, proof of age for children and senior citizens. A recognised student card is required when a student Heritage Card is purchased.
- Heritage Cards are non-refundable and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen. Heritage Cards purchased and issued, carry the name of the intended user – these cards cannot be exchanged or re-issued by the OPW in the name of another person.
- At certain locations, parking facilities and ancillary services are provided by other bodies or agencies. There may be a charge for the use of such services. Any such charges are separate, and Heritage Card holders are not exempt from paying car parking fees.
- Heritage Card customers and card users accept that they visit the Heritage sites at their own risk. No liability shall attach itself to the Office of Public Works or the State for any damage, injury or loss to the person or property of visitors to these sites however caused.
- The opening dates and times of all Heritage Sites are provided for general guidance and are subject to change.
- The OPW reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to close all or part of its heritage sites temporarily due to refurbishing, maintenance, safety, capacity constraints, difficult weather conditions, special events, or any unforeseen circumstances. The OPW shall not be liable for non-utilisation of the cards in these circumstances. Nor will it accept liability for travel-related expenses, or any other out of pocket expenses.
- The OPW endeavours to provide accurate information. However, it is possible that the information on our websites or publications may include some inaccuracies or typographical errors. We, therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of and disclaim liability for inaccuracies relating to, descriptions, operating dates and times, and photographs displayed on our websites. However, where such inaccuracies are brought to our attention we will investigate them and, if warranted, will make appropriate changes as soon as possible.
- In no circumstance shall we be liable for any direct or indirect damages arising out of, or in any way connected with, the use of our websites or with the delay or inability to use our websites, or for any information, products, and services obtained through our websites
- When buying Heritage Cards through this website you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and will comply with all the terms and conditions. You also warrant that all information supplied by you, or by others on your behalf, is true and accurate.
Important, please note: Some OPW Heritage Sites can be extremely busy, particularly in high season. The OPW Heritage Card does not guarantee admission in such circumstances. In addition, the OPW Heritage Card does not provide for fast track entrance to visitor sites. There are a number of heritage sites where you can book your online tour using your card by clicking the ‘Heritage Card’ option within their online booking facility (see here for a listing of these sites).
Privacy Notice
OPW is committed to protecting your privacy. We will only use the information that we collect for the purpose intended in order to fulfil your Heritage Card purchase or to respond to queries you may have. You can see our privacy policy here
Use of OPW Heritage Cards constitutes acceptance of the above terms and conditions.
NOTE: The OPW reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time without notice and at our discretion. It is your responsibility to review this page for updates. Updates shall come into effect immediately when posted.
