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Brú na Bóinne - Archaeological Ensemble of the Bend of the Boyne

Dublin, Ireland

About

The three main prehistoric sites of the Brú na Bóinne Complex, Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth, are situated on the north bank of the River Boyne 50 km north of Dublin. This is Europe's largest and most important concentration of prehistoric megalithic art. The monuments there had social, economic, religious and funerary functions.

Supporting source: Wikipedia

Plan your visit

Hours

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Jan-Feb 09:00-16:15; Mar-Apr 09:30-16:45; May-Aug 09:00-17:45; Sep 09:00-17:15; Oct-Dec 09:00-16:15. Closed 24-27 Dec and 1 Jan. Tours run within Visitor Centre hours.

Admission

Adults
€18
  • · 2026 principal tour: EUR 18 adult, EUR 16 senior/group, EUR 12 student/child, EUR 48 family. Newgrange Tour + Exhibition: EUR 10 adult. Visitor Centre Exhibition Only: EUR 5 adult.
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When to go

  • Time of day: Morning

Features & amenities

What to expect

  • Outdoor

What to bring

  • Water
  • comfortable shoes

Good to know

  • Partially accessible
  • Guide required

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