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Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre, opened in 1997, is designed to present the archaeological heritage of the Boyne Valley, which includes the megalithic passage tombs of Newgrange and Knowth. The Centre is the starting point for all visits to both monuments, and contains extensive interpretative displays and viewing areas. All visitors wishing to visit Newgrange and Knowth must begin their Read more…

Kilmainham Gaol was built in 1792, and is Ireland’s most famous disused prison. Throughout history, many famous figures have been incarcerated at this gaol, and is the location where the leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising were executed. The prison was closed in 1924. This building gives a good insight into the history of Irish Republicanism. Read more…

Emo Court was designed by the architect James Gandon in 1790 for the Earls of Portarlington and is a magnificent example of this neo-classical style. During the middle of this century it was owned by the Jesuits, it was then acquired and extensively restored by Mr. Cholmeley-Harrison in the 1960s. The house is surrounded by beautiful gardens and parkland which Read more…