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Jonathan Swift Festival: Night Tour of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral

- Family friendly
Tuesday, 24 November 2026
About this event
As twilight falls, the ancient bells toll, resonating through the city’s soul. Step inside the majestic cathedral, where shadows dance in the dim candlelight, and history whispers through every stone.
Experience the spine-tingling thrill of exploring this architectural marvel in complete darkness, with only the echo of your footsteps and the distant chiming of bells.
Discover the life of Jonathan Swift and his connections to Saint Patrick’s Cathedral as you walk through 800 years of Irish history at this very unique experience.
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