Museum
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Church, mosque or temple · Ireland · Leinster
St Patrick's Cathedral
Ireland's largest cathedral, linked to Jonathan Swift, with a calm park beside it.
Paid entry about 60 min
For storytellers
Why St Patrick's Cathedral matters
St Patrick's Cathedral has stood in this part of Dublin for centuries, and it is the largest church in Ireland. The author Jonathan Swift, famous for Gulliver's Travels, was once its dean, and his memorial is inside. Look up at the tall nave, the medieval tiles and the colourful banners. Afterwards, stroll through the park next door.
Talking points
- Jonathan Swift served here as dean.
- It is the largest church in the country.
- A small park beside it is good for a pause.
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