Step into Ireland’s richest archaeological landscape
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Admission
2024 Admission Charges
Ticket availability is very limited. Pre-booking tickets is essential – all visitors including children/infants must have a ticket.
Unaccompanied minors (children under 18 years of age) will not gain admission.
For wheelchair users or visitors who require special assistance please email brunaboinne@opw.ie in advance of booking.
For group bookings (15 – 24 tickets): email brunaboinne@opw.ie
Getting here
Donore
Drogheda
Co. Meath
A92 EH5C
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The World Heritage Site of Brú na Bóinne is Ireland’s richest archaeological landscape and is situated within a bend in the River Boyne. Brú na Bóinne is famous for the spectacular prehistoric passage tombs of Knowth, Newgrange and Dowth which were built circa 3200BC. These ceremonial structures are among the most important Neolithic sites in the world and contain the largest collection of megalithic art in Western Europe.
Visitor Centre, Newgrange and Knowth
Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre is the starting point for all visits to Newgrange and Knowth. The Visitor Centre exhibition is a fully interactive visitor experience exploring the Neolithic culture, landscape and monuments of Brú na Bóinne.
Visitors are brought via shuttle bus to these monuments and pre-booking tickets is essential. Pre-booking for the Visitor Centre only is not required.
From 6 November 2023 to 28 February 2024, there are 2 tour options:
1. NewgrangeTour + Exhibiton
A guided tour to Newgrange,
Access to the chamber.
Includes the exhibitions at Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre
Pre-Booking Essential.
(This is the main tour option)
2. Visitor Centre Exhibition Only
Self-guided exhibition-Does not include visits to monuments
(These tickets are not available to pre-book)
Knowth is closed from 6th November 2023 to 28th February 2024
*Earlier opening on winter-solstice mornings (19 – 23 December) with regular tour options suspended
*Closed 24 – 27 December inclusive. Closed 01 January 2024.*
Groups of 15 – 24 must pre-book one of our group time slots by emailing brunaboinne@opw.ie for availability.
Dowth
Visitors wishing to see Dowth can access the exterior of the monument directly via the N51. There is no access via the Visitor Centre.
Gallery
- Eastern view of Knowth Mound with reconstructed timber circle.
- Aerial view of Newgrange mound
- The entrance stone at Newgrange consists of a large triple spiral engraved with double loops which decorate the left side of the stone.
- Another triple spiral (Triskele) appears in the passageway at Newgrange similar to the entrance stone.
- Sunrise over Red Mountain in Donore where it shines across into the roof box at Newgrange.
Opening Times
Visitor Centre Opening Times:
January 9:00 – 16:15
February to March 9:30 – 16:45
May to August 9:00 – 17:45
September 9:00 – 17:15
October to December 9:00 – 16:15*
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Click the ‘Book Online’ link for available tour times
*Earlier opening on winter-solstice mornings (19 – 23December) with regular tour options suspended.Closed 24 – 27 December inclusive.
Groups of 15 – 24 must pre-book one of our group time slotsby emailing brunaboinne@opw.ie for availability.
Notice
- Universal access is limited at the monuments — Please contact us in advance if you require special assistance or have mobility issues.
- The passage and chamber at Newgrange is low and narrow. It may not be suitable for visitors with claustrophobia or mobility issues – If you have any concerns, please contact us in advance.
- Brú na Bóinne is a very busy site.
- Tickets are limited
- Visitors may incur long delays or not gain access to the sites. Access is not guaranteed without pre-booked tickets
- There is no access to the chambers at Knowth.
- The monuments are outdoor sites with no shelter, please dress appropriately for the weather.
- Photography: Not permitted in the passage or chamber at Newgrange. A permit is required for commercial filming/photography.
- Bags are not permitted inside Newgrange. Visitors must leave them in the secure containers provided.
- The opening of OPW sites can be weather dependent and to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all, access may be subject to change at short notice. Every attempt will be made to announce these closures ahead of time, but if you doubt them, please check with the site for its Open/Close Status.
Contact
Donore
Drogheda
Co. Meath
A92 EH5C
041 988 0300
brunaboinne@opw.ie
Getting Here
Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre is the starting point for all visits to Newgrange and Knowth. Do not go directly to the monuments as you will not gain entry. Visitors are brought via shuttle bus to the monuments
Click the relevant icon below to open Maps directions
Facilities
- Audio guide for exhibition
- Baby Changing
- Bicycle Parking
- Bookshop
- Café
- Car park
- Card Accepted
- Changing exhibitions
- Coach parking
- Events Venue
- Exhibition
- Gift Shop
- Lift
- Museum
- Picnic Area
- Toilets
- Wheelchair Accessible Toilet
- WiFi
Restrictions
- All access to Newgrange & Knowth via Brú na Bóinne centre only
- Assistance dogs only
Resources
Social Guide
Download, print and read our social guide (PDF) about visiting Brú na Bóinne. This will help first-time visitors, families and people with developmental and learning disabilities to prepare for a visit to Brú na Bóinne.
Download the Brú Na Boinne Outside Covid social story
Educational Resources
- View our Educational Resources for Brú Na Boinne Visitor Centre (Newgrange and Knowth)(3 resources)
Nearby sites to visit
Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre: Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth
- Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre – Oldbridge EstateWhere two kings fought for Europe’s futureApprox. 3.8 km from Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre: Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth
- Old Mellifont Abbey Monastic SiteVisit Ireland’s very first Cistercian foundationApprox. 5.6 km from Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre: Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth
- Hill of TaraExperience the legacy of the high kingsApprox. 16.7 km from Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre: Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth
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