The GPO Museum (officially the GPO Museum, General Post Office) is a permanent visitor attraction located inside the historic General Post Office on O’Connell Street Lower, Dublin, Ireland. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, how to get there, parking, accessibility, and practical tips to help you plan your visit.
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This guide was last updated in February 2026. Ticket prices have changed since many older guides were published — online adult admission is now €15.00, as opposed to the walk-in rate of €17.00 that appears on several third-party sites. Always book online in advance to pay the lower rate.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | GPO Museum, General Post Office, O’Connell Street Lower, Dublin 1, D01 F5P2 |
| Opening hours | Monday–Saturday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm (last admission 4:00 pm) |
| Closed | Sundays, public holidays, and Christmas Eve |
| Adult ticket (online) | €15.00 |
| Child ticket (6–13, online) | €7.50 |
| Nearest public transport | Luas Green Line: O’Connell–GPO stop (northbound) or Marlborough stop (southbound); Luas Red Line: Abbey Street stop |
| Typical visit duration | 60–90 minutes |
GPO Museum opening hours
The GPO Museum is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, with last admission at 4:00 pm. It is closed on Sundays, all public holidays, and on Christmas Eve. There are no late-night or extended opening hours currently in operation.
Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official website (gpomuseum.ie) and last updated in February 2026.
GPO Museum ticket prices
Tickets are cheaper when booked online in advance. The full price breakdown is as follows:
Online prices:
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | €15.00 |
| Senior (65+) | €13.00 |
| Student | €13.00 |
| Child (14–17) | €12.00 |
| Child (6–13) | €7.50 |
| Child (0–5) | Free |
| Family (2 adults + 2 children) | €40.00 |
| Family (2 adults + 4 children) | €45.00 |
| Adult with a disability | €8.00 |
| Child with a disability | €6.00 |
Walk-in prices are €2.00–€5.00 higher across most categories. Adult walk-in admission is €17.00. Carers are admitted free of charge. Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more and must be arranged through the museum’s reservations team.
Admission is free for holders of the Go City Dublin Pass, which also gives free entry to the
Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official website and last updated in February 2026.
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How to get to the GPO Museum
The GPO Museum is on O’Connell Street Lower, 250 metres north of O’Connell Bridge, in Dublin city centre. It is accessible by Luas, train, bus, bike, and on foot.
- Luas Green Line: Alight at the O’Connell–GPO stop (northbound) or Marlborough stop (southbound).
- Luas Red Line: Alight at Abbey Street.
- Train: Connolly Station is an 11-minute walk; Tara Street Station is a 10-minute walk.
- Bus: Multiple Dublin Bus routes stop on O’Connell Street. All hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tours also stop on O’Connell Street.
- Cycling: The nearest Dublin Bikes station is at Prince’s Street, directly beside the GPO building.
Parking at the GPO Museum
There is no dedicated parking at the museum. The nearest car park is Arnotts, which is the closest public car park to the building. Visitors who present a GPO Museum booking confirmation or receipt at the Arnotts ticket office on level 1a can obtain a discounted day parking rate of €10.00. Several other public car parks are within walking distance of O’Connell Street.
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How long to spend at the GPO Museum
Most visitors spend between 60 and 90 minutes inside the museum. The self-guided experience follows a one-way route and includes a centrepiece film, interactive screens, audio-visual booths, and artefact displays. Guided public tours (Monday, Thursday, and Saturday at 2:30 pm) run for approximately one hour; visitors are welcome to explore the museum independently after the tour.
Accessibility at the GPO Museum
The GPO Museum is fully wheelchair accessible, with lift access to all areas. Carers are admitted free of charge. The museum is also JAM (Just a Minute) card friendly, which allows visitors with hidden disabilities or communication barriers to indicate they need extra time and understanding.
Inside the GPO Museum: what to see
The museum is housed within the original GPO building, which served as the headquarters of the 1916 Easter Rising. Visitors enter through the working post office at street level before descending into the exhibition space below.
The main exhibition traces key events in modern Irish history, including the 1916 Easter Rising, the Irish War of Independence, the Anglo-Irish Treaty, the Irish Civil War, and the Troubles. It is presented through authentic artefacts, personal testimonies, photographs, and interactive touch screens.
A centrepiece immersive film places visitors at the centre of the action during the Rising as it unfolded at the GPO. Audio-visual booths around the exhibition allow visitors to hear first-hand accounts from people on all sides of the conflict.
Guided tours are available to the public on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 2:30 pm, and must be booked in advance. Specialised themed tours — including tours focused on women in the Rising and on the children affected by the revolutionary period — run at specific times and require advance booking via email or phone.
A gift shop selling books, jewellery, scarves, and Irish history-related souvenirs is open to all visitors, including those not visiting the museum.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Book online in advance | Online tickets cost €2.00–€5.00 less than walk-in prices across most ticket types. |
| Arrive before 4:00 pm | Last admission is at 4:00 pm; the museum closes at 5:00 pm. |
| Allow 90 minutes | The self-guided route includes a film and several interactive areas that add to visit time. |
| Guided tours sell out | Public guided tours on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday at 2:30 pm have limited availability; book ahead. |
| The post office is open separately | The ground-floor post office is a functioning public service and can be visited without a museum ticket. |
| Parking discount requires proof of booking | Present your GPO Museum booking confirmation at the Arnotts car park ticket office to receive the €10.00 day rate. |
| Children under 6 enter free | No ticket is required for children aged 0–5. |
Frequently asked questions about the GPO Museum
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the GPO Museum open on Sundays? | No. The museum is closed on Sundays, public holidays, and Christmas Eve. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance for the GPO Museum? | Advance booking is not strictly required, but it is recommended. Online tickets are cheaper than walk-in prices by €2.00–€5.00. |
| Is the GPO Museum suitable for children? | Yes. Children aged 6–13 pay €7.50 online. Children under 6 enter free. The museum notes that some specialised tours may not be suitable for children under 10. |
| How long does the GPO Museum take? | Most self-guided visits take 60–90 minutes. Guided tours last approximately one hour. |
| Is the GPO Museum wheelchair accessible? | Yes. The museum has lift access to all areas and is fully wheelchair accessible. |
| Is there a guided tour at the GPO Museum? | Yes. Public guided tours run on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 2:30 pm. The standard admission fee applies. Advance booking is required. |
| Is there parking at the GPO Museum? | There is no on-site parking. The nearest car park is Arnotts, where a €10.00 day rate is available with proof of museum booking. |
Things to do near the GPO Museum
The museum is centrally located on O’Connell Street, within walking distance of several other visitor attractions.
- 14 Henrietta Street — A tenement house museum charting social history in Dublin, approximately 10 minutes on foot from the GPO.
- The Dublin Writers Museum — Located on Parnell Square, around 10 minutes’ walk north of the GPO. Covers Irish literary history.
- EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum — A paid, interactive museum on the history of Irish emigration, located at CHQ Building, Custom House Quay, approximately 15 minutes’ walk from the GPO.
- Kilmainham Gaol — A significant site in Irish political history, particularly connected to the 1916 Rising. Located approximately 4 km west of the GPO; best reached by bus or taxi.
- The National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology — Free entry. Located on Kildare Street, approximately 20 minutes on foot or a short Luas journey from the GPO.
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