Abbey Theatre, Dublin

Name: Abbey Theatre
Address: Dublin, Ireland
Telephone: +353 1 879 7296

#67 among attractions in Dublin

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The Abbey Theatre, also known as the National Theatre of Ireland, in Dublin, Ireland, is one of the country's leading cultural institutions. First opening to the public on 27 December 1904, and moved from its original building after a fire in 1951, it has remained active to the present day. The Abbey was the first state-subsidized theatre in the English-speaking world; from 1925 onwards it received an annual subsidy from the Irish Free State. Since July 1966, the Abbey has been located at 26 Lower Abbey Street, Dublin 1. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1904 (120 years ago)Capacity: 492Coordinates: 53°20'55"N, 6°15'26"W

Address

Northside (North Inner City)Dublin Ireland

Contact

+353 1 879 7296

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Day trips

Abbey Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: O'Connell Street, Spire of Dublin, The National Wax Museum Plus, Talbot Mall.

~750 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district, Historic walking areas
O'Connell Street, Dublin
4 min walk • O'Connell Street is the bustling heart of Dublin, renowned as one of the city's premier shopping and cultural thoroughfares. Stretching from the iconic O'Connell Bridge up to Parnell Square, this grand boulevard is lined with a diverse array of retail outlets, from...
~800 ftNW
Towering stainless steel monument
Spire of Dublin, Dublin
4 min walk • Rising from the heart of Dublin, the Spire of Dublin, also known as the Monument of Light, is a striking example of modern sculpture that punctuates the city's skyline. This stainless steel monument soars to a height of 120 meters, making it one of the tallest...
~900 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum
The National Wax Museum Plus, Dublin
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dublin, The National Wax Museum Plus is an intriguing attraction that offers a blend of entertainment, history, and education to visitors of all ages. This unique museum is a celebration of Irish culture and heritage, featuring life-size wax...
~550 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Talbot Mall, Dublin
3 min walk • Talbot Mall is a small shopping arcade located between Talbot Street, Northumberland Square, and Abbey Street in Dublin, Ireland.
~900 ftNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, Dublin
5 min walk • St Mary's Church, known also as St Mary's Pro-Cathedral or simply the Pro-Cathedral, the Chapel in Marlborough Street or the Pro, is a pro-cathedral and is the episcopal seat of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of Ireland.
~1140 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Abbey Street, Dublin
6 min walk • Abbey Street is located on Dublin's Northside, running from the Customs House and Store Street in the east to Capel Street in the west. The street is served by two Luas light rail stops, one at the Jervis shopping centre and the other near O'Connell Street Abbey Street Luas stop.
~610 ftSW
Bridge
O'Connell Bridge, Dublin
3 min walk • O'Connell Bridge is a road bridge spanning the River Liffey in Dublin, and joining O'Connell Street to D'Olier Street, Westmoreland Street and the south quays.
~340 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Liberty Hall, Dublin
2 min walk • Liberty Hall, in Dublin, Ireland, is the headquarters of the Services, Industrial, Professional, and Technical Union. Designed by Desmond Rea O'Kelly, it was completed in 1965.
~730 ftSE
Nightlife
Mulligan's, Dublin
4 min walk • Mulligan's is a pub in Dublin, Ireland which opened on Poolbeg Street in 1854.
~1170 ftNW
Nightlife, Cinema
Savoy Cinema, Dublin
6 min walk • The Savoy Cinema is the oldest operational cinema in Dublin, and it is the preferred cinema in Ireland for film premières.
~810 ftW
Museum, History museum
An Post Museum, Dublin
4 min walk • The An Post Museum or GPO Museum was located in the General Post Office in Dublin, Ireland opened on 28 July 2010. It closed on 30 May 2015 to make way for the new GPO: Witness History Interpretive Centre.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Abbey Theatre open?

Abbey Theatre is open:

Monday 9 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm
Thursday 9 am - 8 pm
Friday 9 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Abbey Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Eden Quay, Dublin (2 min walk), Beresford Place, Dublin (2 min walk), Liberty Hall, Dublin (2 min walk), Theatre Upstairs, Dublin (2 min walk).

How to get to Abbey Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Abbey Theatre:

Bus

Abbey Street, National Lottery • Lines: 130 (1 min walk)
Abbey Street, Irish Life Centre • Lines: H1, H3 (2 min walk)

Tram

Marlborough • Lines: Luas Green Line (2 min walk)
Abbey Street • Lines: Luas Red Line (2 min walk)

Train

Tara Street (5 min walk)
Dublin Connolly (13 min walk)