Dublin's Docklands

CHQ Walking Tour

Explore the whole of Dublin Docklands with a 2.5hr guided walking tour that starts at CHQ or go it alone and explore it all yourself. Travel on foot or take a cruise on the River Liffey. Here are the main attractions you can look forward to:

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

Hear the remarkable stories of Ireland’s emigrants and discover how they shaped and influenced the world at Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction.

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Irish Family History Centre

Trace your ancestors, uncover your roots and fill out your family tree with the help of genealogy experts.

VISIT IFHC WEBSITE

EPIC Gift Shop

Make sure to pick up a few souvenirs to remember your visit or bring something special back for someone special. You’ll find a wonderful selection of Irish-themed, sourced and produced gifts across the road in the EPIC Gift Shop in The chq Building.

Famine Memorial Sculptures

See Rowan Gillespie’s haunting Famine Memorial Sculptures, which commemorate the millions of people who died and emigrated from Ireland during the Famine.

The Diving Bell

Visit the legendary Diving Bell, which was used in the construction of Dublin Port. Hear about the gruelling conditions endured by the men who worked on it and discover what a remarkable feat of engineering it was.

Windmill Lane

Visit the place where some of music’s biggest names have recorded. Windmill Lane has played host to artists like U2, The Cranberries, Van Morrison, the Rolling Stones, Hozier, Westlife and Lady Gaga over the years so it’s a must-visit for music lovers.

Eat & Drink

After a busy day of exploring, sightseeing and breathing in all that fresh sea air, you’re sure to have worked up quite an appetite. Luckily, you’ll find yourself in the just the right place. You’ll be spoiled for choice with an excellent selection of cafes, bars and restaurants to visit.

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