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    Accessibility at Experience Glasnevin

    Experience Glasnevin - Ireland's National Cemetery is committed to ensuring that its facilities, tours, exhibitions and services are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities.

    During Your Visit

    Parking & Arrival

    On-site parking is available (payable by card or cash upon exit). A dedicated drop-off point for those with mobility impairments is located directly beside the Visitor Centre.

    Entrances

    The Visitor Centre has two wheelchair-accessible entrances. The door on the left side of the building opens automatically for your convenience.

    Accessibility & Mobility

    • ✔ Wheelchair Access: The Visitor Centre is fully accessible. While the O’Connell Crypt is not accessible by wheelchair, you can view a virtual reconstruction here.
    • ✔ Guided Tours: The guided tours of the cemetery can be adapted for those with mobility issues. Please advise your guide on the day of your tour if you are not comfortable climbing stairs. 
    • ✔ On-site Wheelchair: A wheelchair is available for use on the cemetery grounds. To reserve it, please email museum@dctrust.ie or call (01) 882 6550.

    Assistance Dogs

    Service dogs are welcome in the gallery. Water bowls are provided near the café seating. Please keep dogs on a leash at all times within the cemetery grounds.

    Toilets

    Toilets are accessible through the exterior of the building, conveniently situated beside the café.

    Social and Sensory Story

    This guide is useful for anyone who would like to familiarise themselves with Glasnevin Cemetery Visitor Centre before visiting, including families with young children, elderly visitors, and people with sensory processing differences.

    The guide covers the building layout, how to navigate the site, and the various sounds and smells you may encounter during your visit.

    "During our visit, we can always take breaks, leave the visitor centre and re-enter, and go at our own pace. We can use headphones or comfort items during our time here."

    Gallery

     Main Entrance
     Main Reception
    Gift Shop 

    City of the Dead 

    Prospect Gallery

     Bathrooms

    We Welcome Your Feedback

    We are constantly reviewing and improving our customer experience. If you have questions or suggestions regarding accessibility at Experience Glasnevin, please reach out:

    Email: museum@dctrust.ie | Phone: (01) 882 6550