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Christchurch Cathedral

Richard de Clare, who helped lead the Norman invasion of Ireland, founded Christchurch Cathedral on the site of a Viking church in 1172. Highlights include the Leaning Wall of Dublin, the north nave wall that has leant 46cm (18 inches) since 1562 when the roof collapsed. There's also a mummified cat and mouse found in an organ pipe, the heart of the patron saint of Dublin, and a large crypt full of other unusual relics.

Address: 
Christchurch Place,
South Central Dublin,
Dublin,
Dublin 8
Ireland
Telephone: 
+353 1 677 8099.
Website: 
www.christchurchcathedral.ie
Opening times: 

Mon-Sat 0900-1900 (Apr-Sep); Mon-Sat 0945-1700 or 1800 (Sep-Mar).

Admission fees: 

Yes

Disabled access: 
No
Unesco: 
No

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