Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $7 / person
- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 68 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- National Print Museum
- Meeting point
- Enter Beggars Bush Barracks from Haddington Road. We are in the old chapel building in the back-right corner of the Barracks.
Description
Discover Ireland's printing heritage on a guided tour of the collection, and learn how printing has evolved over the centuries. This fun, factual and interactive tour also gives you the chance to compose your name in type and print your own souvenir poster to take home! As well as a huge collection of printing blocks, books, pamphlets, and periodicals, the museum is also home to a rare original copy of the famous 1916 Proclamation, drafted by revolutionaries during the Easter Rising, and is undoubtedly one of the most important pieces of print in Ireland's history. After the tour, you can also check out the museum's temporary exhibition. Past displays include deep dives into political prints, theatre posters, and bottle label designs.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $7
- Senior (ages 60+)
- $6
- Youth (ages 4–17)
- $6
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
In demand: 16 of the next 25 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
National Print Museum
Learn how the printing press, invented in 1439 by Johannes Gutenberg, changed the world. View an original 1916 Proclamation, Ireland’s most important historical printed document, and marvel at the artefact’s fascinating story of production. Your guide will demonstrate how printing was done throughout most of the last few centuries. The main collection is not behind glass or rope, but is instead an example of a working collection. Interact with this collection by composing your own name in type and printing a personalised poster to take home.
What's included
Included
A personalised poster to take home
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
68 reviews
How it compares in Dublin
- Rated higher than 70% of 374 reviewed tours in Dublin
- Starting price $7 is 88% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Dublin
Excurgo comparison of 1,253 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History take?
Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History cost?
Prices start at $7 per person for this Dublin experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
Does Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History sell out?
It can: 16 of the next 25 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Enter Beggars Bush Barracks from Haddington Road. We are in the old chapel building in the back-right corner of the Barracks. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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