An Irish Famine Story, the Jeanie Johnston Entrance and Tour

Get on board the Jeanie Johnston and discover the story of the 1 million Irish people that fled Ireland during the famine. Take a journey back in time, and uncover the life on board with the stories of the people who made the hard voyage.Begin your tour with a walk around the upper deck, where you'll see the majestic masts, admire the craftsmanship and learn about the ship’s history. Immerse in the sights and sounds of Dublin’s docklands from a unique perspective, and take your best shots in one of the most photographed attractions in the city. Learn more about the original Jeanie Johnston history and the shipping trade in the 19th century, as well as its replica ship. Below deck listen to the remarkable stories of the passengers and crew and visit the below deck where you'll see the quarters where up to 250 passengers spent most of their time, only emerging for a half an hour of fresh air each day. Find out how the passengers and crew paid for their crossing, and see what they used to eat on the long trip.Don't miss the chance to imagine what life was like on-board and, learn about the grim voyage in cramped and filthy conditions and the risks they faced.