Located in Dublin, in the heart of the South Georgian Quarter, Leinster House was designed and built in the mid-18th century by Richard Castle, the leading architect in Ireland for the Earl of Kildare, James Fitzgerald, later the first Duke of Leinster. Leinster House became the headquarters of the Royal Dublin Society in 1815 before taking up its’ current position as the home of our National Parliament, comprising of the two Houses of the Oireachtas, Dáil Éireann (the House of Representatives) and Seanad Éireann (the Senate)

During Open House, visitors will join our Parliamentary Ushers on a guided tour of this historic building, where they will see both the Dáil and Seanad Chambers and be told the history of this unique building. Having recently undergone a major conservation and restoration project, Leinster House will have something for everyone, as we welcome families and visitors, young and old to the home of the Irish Parliament.

This building is owned by the State through the Office of Public Works (OPW).

Meeting Point: Main Gate, Leinster House, Kildare Street, Dublin, D02 XR20

Pre-Book Only. Bookings managed by Leinster House

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible Toilets
Assistance Dogs welcome
Irish Sign Language interpreted tours
Prams/buggies permitted