Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience and Restaurant

New Ross, Wexford Check the official website Ages not specified

Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience and Restaurant, New Ross, Wexford

Family practicalities

  • Pram-friendly (likely)
  • Baby changing (likely)
  • Step-free access (likely)
  • Café on site
  • Toilets (likely)

Families can explore the Dunbrody Famine Ship, learn about life during the Famine and the journey to America, and see an exhibition on famous Irish-Americans.

As you enter the inland port of New Ross on the River Barrow, you will immediately be drawn to the sight of the Tall Ship, Dunbrody, towering over the quayside.

Stepping back in time visitors make their way towards the Quay in New Ross circa 1846. Approaching the ticket office, visual presentations will set the scene of a county in crisis. On board the ship, your tour guide will reveal the realities of life on the notorious “coffin ships”. Hear the stories of Mrs. White and Mrs. O’ Brien, costumed actors who give a true and chilling account of day to day life on board.

Exit the ship onto the Savannah landing point one of the port destinations for Dunbrody and learn about life in Savannah in the 1800’s and finally exit through the Irish America Hall of Fame exhibition celebrating the success stories of the Irish in America, such as the Kennedy story.

The details

Address
New Ross, Wexford
Cost
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Indoors or out
Both indoors and out
Booking
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Fáilte Ireland Attractions
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