The tour will begin on the plaza at the front of the building with a discussion on relocation of the Chariot of Life fountain by Oisín Kelly and the redesign of the plaza.

The tour will then enter newly redeveloped Irish Life building, designed by MCA Architects and project managed by Urban Solutions. Guests will see the new multi-media commission Life in Threes by James Early and will move through reception area to the 1st floor. From here, the tour will by brought out to the Secret Garden, designed and landscaped by Bernard Seymour Landscape Architects, where they will hear all about the design principals employed to create this oasis of calm in the city centre.

Meeting Point: Beside Chariot of Life fountain, on the main plaza, Irish Life Centre, Abbey Street Lower, North City, Dublin 1, D01 PK03

Pre-Book Only

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible Toilets
Sensory Rooms (designated areas that individuals with sensory issues can use to retreat to when feeling overstimulated)

The building is accessible for wheelchair users, with access via Northumberland Square onto the main plaza and an accessible entrance. Access to the first floor via a lift, with wheelchair accessible bathrooms both in reception and on the first floor.

There is also access to a sensory room for any tour guest who may need it. These rooms are located on the first floor, the same level as the secret garden.