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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum occupies the CHQ Building in Dublin's Docklands and traces Irish diaspora through 20 interactive galleries. Find standard entry, combo passes with Jeanie Johnston, and fast-track options here.
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EPIC Museum Entry Tickets

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  • Explore EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, an interactive digital space revealing Ireland’s global diaspora through immersive, self-paced storytelling.

  • Gain entry to all galleries and temporary exhibitions, uncovering why millions left Ireland and how they shaped cultures worldwide.

  • Engage with motion-sensor experiences, archival audio, large-screen films, and remastered 100-year-old recordings that bring migration stories to life.

  • Explore at your own pace with a downloadable multilingual audio guide app available in nine languages, adding deeper context to the displays around you.

  • Take home a complimentary souvenir passport and enjoy a free return visit within 10 days to explore more or revisit exhibits that moved or inspired you.

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  • Explore EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, an interactive digital space revealing Ireland’s global diaspora through immersive, self-paced storytelling.

  • Gain entry to all galleries and temporary exhibitions, uncovering why millions left Ireland and how they shaped cultures worldwide.

  • Engage with motion-sensor experiences, archival audio, large-screen films, and remastered 100-year-old recordings that bring migration stories to life.

  • Explore at your own pace with a downloadable multilingual audio guide app available in nine languages, adding deeper context to the displays around you.

  • Take home a complimentary souvenir passport and enjoy a free return visit within 10 days to explore more or revisit exhibits that moved or inspired you.

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Guests exploring tasting rooms at Guinness Storehouse and EPIC Museum in Dublin.

Combo (Save 5%): Guinness Storehouse & EPIC Museum Experience Ticket

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Audio guide

  • Tick off two of Dublin’s top self-guided experiences—EPIC Museum and Guinness Storehouse—paired for easy pacing across your day.

  • Step into EPIC Museum and explore its interactive displays telling Ireland’s story of emigration, its global impact, and stories of survival.

  • Explore multimedia galleries, listen to stories on your multilingual audio guide app, hear remastered 100-year-old audio, and watch custom films, leaving you with a deeper understanding of Irish history.

  • Set foot into Guinness Storehouse, once a fermentation plant, exploring seven floors dedicated to Ireland’s iconic stout with an audio guide.

  • Discover the craft behind Guinness through interactive exhibits, explore its Tasting Rooms, and end your visit at the Gravity Bar, where you can enjoy a Guinness while taking in views of Dublin.

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  • Tick off two of Dublin’s top self-guided experiences—EPIC Museum and Guinness Storehouse—paired for easy pacing across your day.

  • Step into EPIC Museum and explore its interactive displays telling Ireland’s story of emigration, its global impact, and stories of survival.

  • Explore multimedia galleries, listen to stories on your multilingual audio guide app, hear remastered 100-year-old audio, and watch custom films, leaving you with a deeper understanding of Irish history.

  • Set foot into Guinness Storehouse, once a fermentation plant, exploring seven floors dedicated to Ireland’s iconic stout with an audio guide.

  • Discover the craft behind Guinness through interactive exhibits, explore its Tasting Rooms, and end your visit at the Gravity Bar, where you can enjoy a Guinness while taking in views of Dublin.

from Original price€49.39
€46.92

5% off

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Visitors exploring interactive exhibits at World of Illusion & EPIC Museum Experience.

Combo (Save 5%): World of Illusion & EPIC Museum Experience Pass

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  • Save on two hands-on Dublin experiences with one combo ticket, pairing immersive illusion exhibits with interactive stories of Irish emigration.

  • Step inside Dublin's first illusion-based attraction and explore 70+ interactive exhibits across three floors designed to challenge your perception.

  • Walk through the Infinity Mirror Tunnel and spinning Vortex Tunnel, then discover mind-bending spaces like the famous Ames Room.

  • Explore EPIC's galleries and temporary exhibitions, where interactive technology, archival audio, and large-screen films bring migration stories to life.

  • Discover the museum at your own pace with a downloadable multilingual audio guide app and take home a complimentary souvenir passport.

More details

  • Save on two hands-on Dublin experiences with one combo ticket, pairing immersive illusion exhibits with interactive stories of Irish emigration.

  • Step inside Dublin's first illusion-based attraction and explore 70+ interactive exhibits across three floors designed to challenge your perception.

  • Walk through the Infinity Mirror Tunnel and spinning Vortex Tunnel, then discover mind-bending spaces like the famous Ames Room.

  • Explore EPIC's galleries and temporary exhibitions, where interactive technology, archival audio, and large-screen films bring migration stories to life.

  • Discover the museum at your own pace with a downloadable multilingual audio guide app and take home a complimentary souvenir passport.

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€44.65

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Dublin hop-on hop-off bus near Christ Church Cathedral and Epic Museum exhibit.

Combo (Save 5%): DoDublin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with EPIC Museum Entry Ticket

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  • Make the most of a single booking with a combo that includes the DoDublin hop-on hop-off bus tour plus entry to EPIC Museum, with the bundle typically priced better than booking separately.

  • Ride the Original route for 24 hours, with live commentary and audio-guided tours on selected departures, with stops including Guinness Storehouse, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, EPIC Museum, and more.

  • Hop on and off as often as you like, exploring Dublin’s most iconic sights, and don’t forget to collect your entry to The Little Museum of Dublin from your bus driver.

  • Step into EPIC Museum and move through digital galleries featuring motion-sensor exhibits, large-screen films, and archival audio.

  • Learn the story of Ireland’s emigration and its global impact through immersive installations, displays, and a multilingual audio guide app, and take home a souvenir passport after your visit.

More details

  • Make the most of a single booking with a combo that includes the DoDublin hop-on hop-off bus tour plus entry to EPIC Museum, with the bundle typically priced better than booking separately.

  • Ride the Original route for 24 hours, with live commentary and audio-guided tours on selected departures, with stops including Guinness Storehouse, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, EPIC Museum, and more.

  • Hop on and off as often as you like, exploring Dublin’s most iconic sights, and don’t forget to collect your entry to The Little Museum of Dublin from your bus driver.

  • Step into EPIC Museum and move through digital galleries featuring motion-sensor exhibits, large-screen films, and archival audio.

  • Learn the story of Ireland’s emigration and its global impact through immersive installations, displays, and a multilingual audio guide app, and take home a souvenir passport after your visit.

from Original price€56
€53.20

5% off

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Jameson Distillery entrance in Dublin and visitors exploring EPIC Museum interactive display.

Combo (Save 5%): Dublin Distillery & EPIC Museum Experience with Jameson Whisky Tastings

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  • Lock in two of Dublin’s most popular visitor experiences together: a guided whiskey tasting at Dublin Distillery plus self-paced entry to EPIC.

  • Step into EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, a contemporary museum in Dublin’s CHQ building, for a self-guided visit exploring the story of Irish emigration through a multilingual audio guide app.

  • Discover immersive interactive screens, motion-sensor installations, and archival audio, and gain a deeper understanding of how Irish culture has shaped music, dance, science, and politics worldwide.

  • For a contrasting experience, step inside Dublin Distillery and enjoy a 45-minute guided tour culminating in a comparative tasting of three classic Jamesons and a signature cocktail.

  • Hear insights from a Jameson Ambassador as you journey through Irish whisky heritage, enjoy a freshly crafted Jameson cocktail, and explore the ‘Grain to Glass’ process that defines Jameson’s craft.

More details

  • Lock in two of Dublin’s most popular visitor experiences together: a guided whiskey tasting at Dublin Distillery plus self-paced entry to EPIC.

  • Step into EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, a contemporary museum in Dublin’s CHQ building, for a self-guided visit exploring the story of Irish emigration through a multilingual audio guide app.

  • Discover immersive interactive screens, motion-sensor installations, and archival audio, and gain a deeper understanding of how Irish culture has shaped music, dance, science, and politics worldwide.

  • For a contrasting experience, step inside Dublin Distillery and enjoy a 45-minute guided tour culminating in a comparative tasting of three classic Jamesons and a signature cocktail.

  • Hear insights from a Jameson Ambassador as you journey through Irish whisky heritage, enjoy a freshly crafted Jameson cocktail, and explore the ‘Grain to Glass’ process that defines Jameson’s craft.

from Original price€53
€50.35

5% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Book tickets online in advance, especially for weekends and holidays, to minimize wait times at the entrance.

Allow at least 1.5–2 hours for a self-guided visit.

Audio guides and hosted introductions are available for those who prefer listening to reading.

Families with younger children should focus on interactive stations and plan for shorter visits.

Bring your reading glasses if needed—some panels have small text.

Photography is generally allowed, but avoid flash and tripods around digital projections.

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About EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

Across interactive galleries and narrative-driven exhibits, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum traces the journey of Irish emigration across time and continents. It reveals how Irish identity evolved and left a lasting imprint on the world, making it a compelling experience for visitors exploring Dublin’s cultural attractions.

AddressThe Chq Building, Custom House Quay, North Wall, Dublin 1, Ireland
Also known asEPIC Museum
Year opened2016
Visitors per year350000
Expected wait time - Standard0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

EPIC is housed in the CHQ Building, a restored 19th-century warehouse located in Dublin’s Docklands.

The museum was founded by Neville Isdell, an Irish-born businessman and former CEO of The Coca-Cola Company.

EPIC has been named Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the World Travel Awards multiple times, including 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022.

Visitors receive a digital “passport” experience, allowing them to collect stamps at interactive stations throughout the museum.

The museum explores the stories of the global Irish diaspora, estimated at over 10 million people of Irish descent worldwide.

Why visit EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum?

Irish history told through personal journeys

Follow the stories of Irish emigrants from famine ships to modern global careers through first-person narratives, letters, and testimonies.

Fully interactive, digital-first museum experience

Engage with a fully digital museum where you swipe, tap, and interact with exhibits instead of viewing static displays. From passport stamping to immersive projections, the visit stays engaging throughout for teens and adults alike.

Discover the global Irish diaspora

Explore how Irish migration has shaped countries across North America, Australia, the UK, and beyond. Dedicated sections highlight Irish influence worldwide, making it relevant for visitors with or without Irish heritage.

A strong indoor option for Dublin’s weather

Located fully indoors in Dublin’s Docklands, EPIC is a reliable all-weather attraction, making it especially suitable for rainy days when outdoor sightseeing is less practical.

Engaging for families and history enthusiasts alike

Designed for all ages, EPIC combines hands-on elements for younger visitors with deeper historical storytelling that appeals to adults interested in Irish culture, identity, and history.

Plan your visit

Main EPIC Entrance (CHQ Building)

The main entrance to EPIC is on the ground floor of the CHQ Building, facing Custom House Quay, with clear “EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum” signage. The entrance is step-free, with ramps and lifts for wheelchair users and prams. All visitors enter here, where tickets are scanned and “passport” cards are issued at reception.

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What our guests say

Guilherme R

Brazil
Solo
Last week
very nice! it was worth coming from Brazil to have that experience! For sure i would definitely recomend to friends and family coming here!

Combo: Guinness Storehouse & EPIC Museum Experience Ticket

Andrew M

Canada
Group
3 weeks ago
There is a ton of information at the museum and because it's self guided you can choose to either read every single piece of info, or make a bee line for the free pint up top! As a beer lover, I could spend all day here, but also was fun for my family, who isn't as obsesssed as me.

Combo: Guinness Storehouse & EPIC Museum Experience Ticket

Pauline S

Ireland
Family
Jul 2026

+2 more

My grandson enjoyed the floor with the light illusions the most it's his birthday on the 24 July and it was one of his birthday wishes because he is only 11 some of the displays were to high for him to see/use I couldn't lift him up to see it but overall he enjoyed the experience

Combo: World of Illusion & EPIC Museum Experience Pass

Michael H

Ireland
Family
Jun 2026
Just a great afternoon out, so interesting and entertaining and my 10 Yr old daughter loved the Head on a plate illusion!

Combo: World of Illusion & EPIC Museum Experience Pass

Gabriel O

Brazil
Solo
Jun 2026

+3 more

Highly recommend the Jameson whiskey tasting in Ireland! The history is fascinating, but our guide completely stole the show. She’s an amazing storyteller, has a fantastic sense of humor, and even surprised us with her excellent Portuguese pronunciation. A perfect experience from start to finish!

Combo: Dublin Distillery & EPIC Museum Experience with Jameson Whisky Tastings

Michael D

Ireland
Group
2 weeks ago
My guests are from Canada and at the EPIC they 'saw' their parents leaving Ireland by boat in the 1950's. A journey filled with hope and courage. My guests were really moved by the whole experience and have bowed to return.

EPIC Museum Entry Tickets

Joan D

Family
2 weeks ago
It was informative and enjoyable. One thing however. The potato famine was not as a result of weather. Rather the ENGLISH Government who took all our food

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William E

United States
Solo
2 weeks ago
A fun, knowledgeable chap gave us the history of the Jameson company and how it evolved. A flight of 3 of Jameson's whiskeys allowed everyone to compare the taste and mouthfeel of 3 of its flagship products. A fun hour or two, which also included a grog!

Combo: DoDublin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with EPIC Museum Entry Ticket

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