The Provost’s house, a Palladian mansion, was built in 1759 for the purpose of providing a residence for the Provost of Trinity College Dublin and has continued to provide this function for over 260 years. The current Provost, Dr Linda Doyle, is the 25th Provost to reside in the house for her term of office. Externally, the house is similar to that built by Lord Burlington in London in the 1830s. It is a solid Palladian design with a central Venetian window and Doric pilasters. The house possesses one of the most elaborately decorated interiors of its period.

Meeting point: 1 Grafton Street, D02 CX56

Due to high demand, tickets will be allocated by lottery. More details coming soon.

Assistance Dogs welcome. Building is not universally accessible. There are steps and staircases throughout. The tour will cover the exterior gravel forecourt and the interior two storeys.