EPIC and Jeanie Johnston Combo Experience
ID: GYG677134-1142425
Category:
Country: Ireland
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Experience the fascinating Jeanie Johnston ship, followed by a visit to EPIC.
Climb aboard the Jeanie Johnston! One million Irish people fled Ireland during the famine. 2,500 took a gruelling voyage on the Jeanie Johnston. Take a journey back in time, get an insight into life on board a Famine ship and hear the stories of the people who made the arduous voyage.
Select a time for your Jeanie Johnston Tour, and afterwards, enjoy a self-guided visit to EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, an interactive journey about how a small island made a big impact on the world. Discover why Irishness is celebrated around the world, with a journey through Irish history and culture, told from the perspective of those who lived it.
Highlights
- Follow in the footsteps of those who fled the Famine.
- Stories of immigration & the struggles and triumphs that came with leaving.
- Free souvenir passport as a memento of your journey through EPIC.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Unfortunately, due to the nature of the Jeanie Johnston ship, and the fact that access is across a gangplank, our tour is not suitable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters or buggies. Visitors will need to be able to walk across the gangplank onto the ship. Scooters and buggies can be left in our office during the tour.
INCLUDED
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Jeanie Johnston and entrance to EPIC. Your tour will begin at the Jeanie Johnston at your selected time, and you are free to visit EPIC afterwards. (Last entry to EPIC is 5pm).
- Climb aboard the Jeanie Johnston
- One million Irish people fled Ireland during the famine. 2,500 took a gruelling voyage on the Jeanie Johnston. Take a journey back in time, get an insight into life on board a Famine ship and hear the stories of the people who made the arduous voyage.
- EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
- You won’t find leprechauns or pots of gold here, but you will discover that what it means to be Irish expands far beyond the borders of Ireland through the stories of Irish emigrants who became scientists, politicians, poets, artists and even outlaws all over the world. Discover Ireland from the outside in and find out why saying “I’m Irish” is one of the biggest conversation starters, no matter where you are.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
