Casino Marino - Open House Dublin 2023
Building Tour

Casino Marino

Sir William Chambers
Casino of Marino, Cherrymount Crescent, Marino, Dublin 3
Tour Dates & Times
  • Friday 14 October:
  • 10am – 11am |
  • 12pm – 1pm |
  • 2pm – 3pm |
  • 4pm – 5pm
  • Saturday 15 October:
  • 10am – 11am |
  • 12pm – 1pm |
  • 2pm – 3pm |
  • 4pm – 5pm
  • Sunday 16 October:
  • 10am – 11am |
  • 12pm – 1pm |
  • 2pm – 3pm |
  • 4pm – 5pm
the northern facade of the Casino with its oak doors and Portland stone Stone ram's head with laurel leaf garland on the roman urn on southern facade The semi circular apse, replicating the dome of the Pantheon in Rome

This tour is operated on a first come basis. Tours start 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm

Ireland’s finest example of neoclassical architecture, a showcase of design, detail and deception where building began in 1759. Designed by Sir William Chambers to look like a one storey, one roomed temple, however the story told on the outside is very different from what lies within. Built for James Caulfield, Lord Charlemont, the 1st Earl of Charlemont and 4th Viscount of Charlemont who made his 9 year Grand Tour of Europe between 1745 and 1754 and, upon his return, wanted to replicate here in Ireland what he had seen abroad.


Accessibility Information

The building is a 18th century building accessed by a series of steps and staircases, sometimes narrow and therefore has limited accessibility. The entrance is through the basement and guests with mobility issues can access though the front door but that is also up some steps and the upper floor is also only accessed by the stairs.

Accessible Toilets available.


Photography Credit
© Damien B Donnelly

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