Experts' Choice Award Saint Patrick's Cathedral
What the experts agree on
Dublin's largest cathedral and iconic European landmark, St. Patrick's sits on the sacred site where Ireland's patron saint baptized converts in the 5th century. The soaring 13th-century structure impresses whether you're religious or not.
“This is the largest church in Ireland, and one of the best-loved churches in the world.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's "The largest cathedral in Dublin and also the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland, St. Patrick's was built in honor of Ireland's patron saint." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"It was at this cathedral, reputedly, that St Paddy himself dunked the Irish heathens into the waters of a well." Full review
Time Out "This, the largest church in Ireland, dates from the 13th century but was founded on a far older religious site associated with St Patrick and dating from the fifth century." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Not much remains of the original 12C church built close to the fountain (rediscovered in 1901) where the patron saint of Ireland is said to have baptised his first followers." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"St. Patrick's Cathedral is the largest cathedral in Dublin and the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland. Built on the site where St. Patrick is said to have baptized converts " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "On the bucket list of iconic European cathedrals, this is a must-hit, even if you're not religious. You can also explore the grounds and gardens without stepping foot inside." Full review
Fodor's "This church dates from early in the 19th century, but the square tower is from an earlier structure built in 1449. Bishops were enthroned here as early as 1536. The stained-glass window..." Full review
Fodor's "Built between 1835 and 1847, this grand cathedral was designed when the Gothic Revival was at its height. With its buttresses and mosaics lining the chancel and the side chapels, it was..." Full review
Rough Guide "St Patrick's dates back to AD 890 and sits on the site on an ancient well, apparently used by the patron saint himself"
National Geographic "From there, it's a 10-minute stroll to St. Patrick's Cathedral, where you'll find timeworn tombs and treasures like Jonathan Swift's death mask."
