Audio Guide of the Dunbrody Famine Ship

It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in high season (March to October), with reduced hours in winter; check the official website. It is located on the quay in New Ross, accessible by car via the N25 or by bus from Wexford; free parking is available.

Admission costs €12.50 for adults, €7.50 for children (ages 5-15), and €32 for families (2 adults + 2 children); discounts are available for seniors and groups. Buy your tickets online at dunbrody.com/tickets to avoid queues.

Around 1 to 1.5 hours is recommended for the self-guided tour of the ship and the interactive exhibition. If you take your time, you can extend it to 2 hours, including the café.

It is an exact replica of an 1840s vessel that carried more than 3 million Irish emigrants during the Great Famine (1845-1852), symbolizing the Irish diaspora. The experience includes real testimonies and recreations of the harsh Atlantic crossing.

Spring and summer (May to September) are ideal because of the good weather and extra events; go early in the morning to avoid crowds. Avoid rainy winter weekends.

Yes, it has ramps, lifts, and adapted access throughout the ship and exhibitions; wheelchairs are available on request. Contact +353 51 425 443 for specific details.

Just a few minutes away are the Kennedy Homestead, Dunbrody Castle, and walks along the River Barrow. New Ross also offers the Great Famine visitor centre.

Book online in advance, wear comfortable shoes for boarding the ship, and bring a camera for photos; try the café for Irish tea. Call +353 51 425 443 if you are travelling in a group.