Did you know that the first Wednesday of every month offers a fantastic opportunity to explore Ireland’s rich history for free?

This Wednesday, June 11th, 2025, will also be a free admission day for participating sites!

Thanks to the Heritage Ireland Free Wednesday initiative, participating heritage sites across the country open their doors at no charge. It’s the perfect chance to take a spontaneous midweek adventure or plan a cultural outing without spending a cent.

Heads up: These free visits are first come, first served – no online bookings available, so make sure to get there early!

Here’s a list of participating sites by county:

Clare

  • Ennis Friary

Cork

  • Charles Fort Military Fortress
  • Ilnacullin – Garinish Island

Donegal

  • Donegal Castle
  • Glebe Gallery and Garden – Derek Hill House

Dublin

  • Casino Marino
  • Farmleigh House and Gardens
  • Rathfarnham Castle
  • Custom House Visitor Centre

Galway

  • Athenry Castle
  • Aughnanure Castle
  • Dún Aonghasa – Ancient Stone Fort
  • Ionad Cultúrtha an Phiarsaigh Conamara – Pearse’s Cottage and Visitor Centre
  • Portumna Castle and Gardens

Kerry

  • Ardfert Cathedral
  • Daniel O’Connell House – Derrynane House
  • Ionad an Bhlascaoid – The Blasket Centre
  • Ross Castle

Kildare, Kilkenny, Laois, Leitrim

  • Jerpoint Cistercian Abbey
  • Parke’s Castle

Limerick, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Roscommon

  • Adare Castle
  • Old Mellifont Cistercian Abbey Monastic Site
  • Céide Fields Neolithic Site and Visitor Centre
  • Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre – Oldbridge Estate
  • Trim Castle
  • Boyle Cistercian Abbey

Sligo

  • Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
  • Sligo Abbey

Tipperary

  • Cahir Castle
  • Ormond Castle
  • Roscrea Castle, Gardens and Damer House / Black Mills
  • The Swiss Cottage

Waterford, Wexford, Wicklow

  • Reginald’s Tower
  • The John F. Kennedy Arboretum
  • Tintern Cistercian Abbey
  • Glendalough Monastic Site and Visitor Centre

Don’t Miss Out!

Whether you’re a local looking for a day trip or a visitor eager to soak in Irish heritage, Free Wednesday is your monthly reminder to reconnect with the stories, architecture, and landscapes that define Ireland.

So mark your calendar and spread the word – this Wednesday is free heritage day!