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Stadium · Ireland · Leinster
Croke Park
Home of Gaelic games, with a stadium tour and museum.
Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Croke Park matters
Croke Park is the heart of Gaelic football and hurling, sports that are uniquely Irish and played by amateurs with a fierce passion. A stadium tour and museum explain the rules, the rivalries and the cultural importance. You can also try a hand-skill game. On match day, it fills with tens of thousands.
Talking points
- Gaelic games are played by amateurs.
- The stadium holds a huge crowd.
- Rooftop walks are sometimes offered.
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