Friday, September 18, 2026
Dublin, Ireland – City Centre, River Liffey & Historic Quarters

Dublin City Card: opening times, planning windows & daily schedules

Use this guide to plan realistic sightseeing days around typical opening times, travel distances, and seasonal crowd patterns.

We are currently open

Today: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Closes in 10h 47m

Regular Opening Hours
DayHoursStatus
Monday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Open
Tuesday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Open
Wednesday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Open
Thursday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Open
Friday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Open
Saturday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Open
Sunday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Open
Seasonal Timetable

High Season (Spring & Summer)

04/01 – 09/30

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Open

Low Season (Autumn & Winter)

10/01 – 03/31

10:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Open
Monthly Timetable

August (High Season)

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Open
Specific Date Ranges

Christmas Eve Early Close

12/24/2025 – 12/24/2025

10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Open

New Year’s Eve Early Close

12/31/2025 – 12/31/2025

10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Open
Special Events & Holidays

New Year's Day

01/01

Closed (but special opening 10:00-17:30 in 2026)

Open

Labour Day

05/01

Closed

Closed

Victory in Europe Day (Morning)

05/08

Closed Morning

Open

Bastille Day

07/14

Closed Morning

Open

Armistice Day (Morning)

11/11

Closed Morning

Open

Christmas Day

12/25

Closed

Closed
Important Information

Many attractions have strict last-entry windows. Arriving 20 to 40 minutes before final entry is usually safer than aiming for the final minute.

Early morning tends to be the most relaxed period for popular attractions, while late afternoon can be excellent for scenic walks and photography.

Advance booking is highly recommended during weekends, school holidays, and major events, when availability at top venues can tighten quickly.

Local transport tickets, student cards, and separate museum memberships do not automatically duplicate Dublin City Card inclusions, so compare benefits before buying.