14 Henrietta Street is a social history museum located at 14 Henrietta Street, Dublin, Ireland, occupying a Georgian townhouse that spans 300 years of Dublin life, from its origins as an aristocratic residence to its later use as a tenement home. This 2026 travel guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, getting there, parking, accessibility, what to expect inside, and practical tips for planning your visit.
If planning to visit several Dublin attractions, including 14 Henrietta Street, it’ll probably work out cheaper to invest in a Go City Dublin Pass.
Updated February 2026. Note that some third-party guides still list outdated ticket prices (€9 or €10 adult) — the current adult price is €12.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 14 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1, D01 HH34 |
| Opening hours | Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm (tours on the hour); closed Monday and Tuesday |
| Adult ticket | €12 (or free with the Go City Dublin Pass) |
| Concession ticket | €10 (students and seniors over 60) |
| Child ticket | €6 (ages 5–17); under 5 free; carers free |
| Nearest public transport | Luas: Dominick Street or Broadstone stops (approx. 5 min walk); Dublin Bus: Parnell Square (approx. 500 m) |
| Typical visit duration | 75–90 minutes (house tour is 75 minutes) |
| Booking | Advance booking recommended; online, by phone, or in person |
14 Henrietta Street opening hours
14 Henrietta Street is open Wednesday to Sunday, with guided tours running on the hour from 10 am to 4 pm. The museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Opening hours were checked on the official website and last updated in February 2026.
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14 Henrietta Street ticket prices
Tickets cost €12 for adults, €10 for students and seniors over 60, and €6 for children aged 5 to 17. Children under 5 enter free of charge. Carer tickets are also free of charge for those accompanying and supporting a person they care for. The museum is included on the Dublin Pass.
Tickets can be booked online at the museum’s website.There is no need to print tickets — bookings are held on the museum’s computer system.
If you’ve got a Go City Dublin Pass, you can enter for free (although you still need to book). The pass also covers attractions such as the Christ Church Cathedral and the Guinness Storehouse.
Ticket prices were checked on the official website and last updated in February 2026.
How to get to 14 Henrietta Street
14 Henrietta Street is located in Dublin’s north inner city, approximately a 13-minute walk from O’Connell Street. The nearest Luas stops are Dominick Street and Broadstone (both on the green line), each around a 5-minute walk from the museum. Multiple Dublin Bus routes stop at Parnell Square, approximately 500 metres away — visit dublinbus.ie to plan your route. There are also Dublin Bikes docking stations nearby.
Parking at 14 Henrietta Street
There is no dedicated car park at 14 Henrietta Street. On-street parking is available in the surrounding area, though availability varies. Public transport is the more practical option for most visitors given the museum’s city-centre location.
How long to spend at 14 Henrietta Street
The standard house tour lasts 75 minutes. Allow an additional 15 minutes for check-in on arrival and time to browse the gift shop afterwards. Visitors who also book the Georgian Dublin Walking Tour should allow a further 60–90 minutes. A total visit of 90 minutes to two hours is typical.
Accessibility at 14 Henrietta Street
Guided tours of 14 Henrietta Street are fully wheelchair accessible, with a ramp at the entrance and a lift providing access to all floors. Wheelchairs are available to borrow free of charge. Guide and assistance dogs are welcome. Some floors and steps within the building are uneven, so comfortable footwear is advised for all visitors. Visitors with specific mobility requirements are encouraged to contact the museum in advance on +353 1 524 0383. An Irish Sign Language guided tour is also available — check the website for scheduled dates.
Inside 14 Henrietta Street: what to see
All visits take place as part of a guided house tour, which lasts 75 minutes. The tour moves through multiple floors and rooms of the Georgian townhouse, tracing the building’s history from its use as a grand single-family home in the 1740s, through its occupation by legal and professional tenants, to its life as a tenement housing over 100 residents by the early 20th century.
Each room is presented at a different point in the building’s history. Audio-visual displays are integrated throughout, and guides draw on personal testimonies and donated objects connected to former residents.
One of the most noted spaces in the tour is a reconstruction of a tenement flat, where a single Georgian room has been divided by partitions to show how a kitchen, bedroom, and living area were created within one small space for a family.
Photography is permitted inside the museum. Video recording is not allowed, in order to preserve the experience for all visitors. A gift shop sells books and souvenirs related to Dublin’s history.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Book in advance | Tour slots fill up, particularly at weekends and during summer months. Booking online or by phone is the most reliable way to secure a place. |
| Arrive 10 minutes early | The museum asks visitors to arrive 10 minutes before the tour start time to allow for check-in. |
| Leave large bags at reception | Bulky rucksacks and bags are not permitted on the tour and must be left at the reception desk. |
| Dress appropriately | Windows and doors remain open during tours for ventilation. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes as some floors are uneven. |
| No printing needed | Tickets do not need to be printed. The museum holds a record of all bookings on their system. |
Frequently asked questions about 14 Henrietta Street
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do you need to book tickets in advance for 14 Henrietta Street? | Advance booking is strongly recommended, as tours can fill up, especially at weekends. Walk-in visitors may be accommodated if space is available. |
| Is 14 Henrietta Street suitable for children? | Yes. Children aged 5 and over are welcome on the house tour. Children under 5 enter free. The museum advises that the content covers difficult aspects of social history, including poverty and tenement conditions. |
| Is 14 Henrietta Street open on Sundays? | Yes, the museum is open on Sundays as part of its Wednesday to Sunday schedule, with tours on the hour from 10 am to 4 pm. |
| Is 14 Henrietta Street wheelchair accessible? | Yes. There is a ramp at the entrance and a lift to all floors. Wheelchairs are available free of charge. |
| Are bags allowed at 14 Henrietta Street? | Small bags are permitted, but bulky rucksacks must be left at the reception desk for the duration of the tour. |
| Is photography allowed at 14 Henrietta Street? | Photography is permitted inside the museum. Video recording is not allowed. |
| How much does 14 Henrietta Street cost? | Adults €12, students and seniors €10, children aged 5–17 €6, under 5s and carers free. |
| Is 14 Henrietta Street free? | No. Admission requires a paid ticket, except for children under 5 and carers. The museum is included on the Dublin Pass. |
Things to do near 14 Henrietta Street
The following attractions are within walking distance or a short journey from the museum and can reasonably be combined in the same visit:
Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane – a public art gallery on Parnell Square North, approximately 7 minutes’ walk away. Free admission to the permanent collection.
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum – an interactive museum on Custom House Quay tracing Irish emigration history.
Jameson Distillery Bow St. – a whiskey distillery and visitor experience in Smithfield, approximately 11 minutes’ walk.
GPO Witness History – a museum inside the original General Post Office on O’Connell Street, focusing on the 1916 Rising.
King’s Inns – the historic Inns of Court building at the top of Henrietta Street. The exterior and gardens are viewable at no cost and are worth seeing as part of the visit.
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