EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
Discover why 10 million people left Ireland, and the impact they had throughout the world. At EPIC Museum, you will get under the skin of Ireland's fascinating history and enjoy a family friendly museum experience like no other.
EPIC is also home to The Irish Family History Centre, based on-site within the gift shop, where the leading experts in all things genealogy assist customers in discovering the real life stories of their ancestors. Across from the chq building, you will also find the Jeanie Johnston Famine ship, where visitors can immerse themselves in the dire reality of emigration from Ireland during The Great Hunger, and the amazing true story of this one vessel that never lost a life during a voyage
What can I expect
- Voted Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction at the World Travel Awards three years in a row, 2019, 2020, and 2021.
- Discover how the Irish influenced the world
- Learn how the Irish people emigrated from these shores
- Relive the greatest achievements of Irish people in music, art, sport, science, history and culture
- DoDublin Hop-on Hop-off & EPIC Combo
- EPIC is included on the DoDublin Days Out Card- Find out more!
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
It is EPIC's belief that Ireland’s rich history should not be compiled into a long list of names and dates.
Get hands on with Irish culture and its past at this fully interactive museum – swipe through video galleries, dance through motion sensor quizzes, and listen to remastered audio from 100 years ago.
At the Irish Emigration Museum, you will see Irish history brought to life through colourful and vivid videography capturing defining moments in Ireland’s life. At EPIC you’ll discover the far reaching influence of Irish history, and the impact the 10 million Irish men and women who left Ireland had on the world.
DoDublin Culture Card & EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
Visit EPIC, and five more great Dublin attractions with the DoDublin Days Out Ticket!
Fully Digital Museum at EPIC Museum CHQ
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum is located in the historic CHQ building on the banks of the Liffey, in Dublin’s Docklands area. The location, close to the Irish Famine memorial is synonymous with Ireland’s emigrations, and the museum brings amazing stories to life in a unique way - EPIC is the world’s only fully digital museum. Interact with screens, videos, and sounds throughout the museum’s 20 galleries, and be sure to stamp your passport to take home with you.
Other Attractions Closeby
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum is located beside other great attractions like the Famine Memorial, and the Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship. It is also near The Custom House visitor centre and the Dublin Convention Centre.
While you are at EPIC, you can uncover your Irish ancestry through the Irish Family History Centre (IFHC), located at the museum. View valuable records and speak with a genealogy expert to learn about your Irish roots.
Getting to EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum is located in The CHQ Building, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1.
Ghostbus Tour
Fancy something different to do in Dublin? Why not check out the Ghostbus tour - learn all about Dublin's dark history. Tickets on-sale here.
Walk
From Trinity College Dublin, the Museum is 1.1km walking distance - this is a 14 minute walk approx. (On the way, we suggest walking along the banks of the Liffey)
Cycle
Cycling is a great way to travel to EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. There is a Dublin Bike station at Custom House Quay.
Dublin Bus
Many Dublin Bus routes pass by the museum. Plan your journey with Dublin Bus.
Luas
There is a Luas stop right outside the door of the museum. The Luas stop is George's Dock.
Additional Information
- Open daily at 10am. Last entry 5pm
- Souvenir Passport for all visitors
- Audio Guide is free when downloaded to own device. Available in English, Irish, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish and Mandarin Chinese.
- If you'd prefer, EPIC also offers an audio guide app via Smartify, complete with trails for families and kids, as well as additional info on the museum. The app offers clear insights and context to enhance your experience as you explore the story of Irish emigration around the world
Cancellation Policy
The standard cancellation policy means all purchases are final and tickets are non-refundable. If you feel you are entitled to a refund, please contact info@dodublin.ie a minimum 24 hours prior to your scheduled arrival, stating your name, booking reference, your reason(s) for cancelling and why they justify a refund.
