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Ireland’s first wax museum was set up in 1804 by the famous Madame Tussaud and has had many reincarnations since. It is now one of the most popular visitor attractions in Dublin. It has moved from its original location in Shakespeare’s Gallery in Exchequer Street in 1804 to The Armoury building on College Green home to the former Central Bank of Ireland to O’Connell bridge where it remains today at the epicentre of the city.

Covid 19 Opening Restrictions – Please Read!

Unfortunately due to the restrictions outlined by the government for the beginning of this year, we will be unable to open until further instructions are presented and we are in a better position to welcome you all through our doors.

If you have any questions please email us on hello@waxmuseumplus.ie and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Any tickets purchased for the February period will be refunded as we are still unsure if we will be able to open.

When the situation changes we will update this page again and you can check our social media channels for future updtaes also.

Thank you for your patience, we can not wait to have you all back in the museum, but until then stay safe and keep those hands clean.

The team at The National Wax Museum Plus.

Who We Are

History & Mysteries Behind The Wax Museum

The National Wax Museum as it was originally known was initially situated in Granby Row near Parnell Square in Dublin 1. It was opened in 1983 by the Lord Mayor of Dublin and was an exciting new addition to the city. The museum became a landmark with the Giant Cú Chulainn scaling the side of the building and many of our current visitors still remember the infamous tunnels and visiting on there school tour as children. It was then as it is now one of the most famous Dublin Museums.

Our Attractions

For Young & Adults

Wax World

Wax Hands

Father Ted’s Room

Great Irish Writers

Chambers of Horror

Science & Discovery

Music & Entertainment

Time Vaults

They Loved It

I was walking on the main Boulevard and I saw the signs for the Wax Museum. I had some time to kill so i decided to see it. it’s an enjoyable experience you get to see some viking scenes, medieval Dublin and contemporary as well . Also have a good horror section, kids and much more. If you fancy something else after castles and churches give it a shot!

Visiting on Halloween Spooky Factor up to 11, each room had some great insights into Irish History. The chamber of horror was first class as was all the all star area with pop/movie stars. A really enjoyable tour.

Lovely and interesting museum for kids and adults, a chance to have your photo take along with your favourite Irish (and not only) writers say Oscar Wilde or actor Liam Neeson anybody or singer, Phil Lynott and of course many more . I go there once a year and love it every time. That’s the first place I bring my visiting friends or family, so I can easily recommend it. And they even have a small but relevant horror chamber!!!

We had a wonderful afternoon in here, it is not huge, but is a decent size. Upon entry we saw a lot of famous Irish men that we didn’t know but we still appreciated them, there are a few historical moments and a chamber of horrors of course, which made me jump once or twice. The music hall of fame had lots of Irish singers, Bob Geldof, Jedward and Phil Lynott to name a few, and surprisingly Elvis and Kylie Minogue.. If you are up for a giggle then go and have fun, if you have small children there is a fabulous area for tiny tots to explore and even some cartoon waxworks!

Great day today in the Wax Museum great fun had by all the family young and old (personal fav was the horror Chambers) also loved that you stocked Keogh’s Gluten Free Crisps in the Cafe, so many places forget about coeliacs, thank you.

Bookings & Events

Murder Mystery Night

There’s been a murder at the Wax Museum! The sculptor who creates the remarkable wax figures was brutally murdered on the night of the National Wax Museum Plus Party. Who did it? There are six wax suspects and six apparent alibis.

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Group Tours

The National Wax Museum Plus welcomes groups of all sizes. Whether you are a Tour Operator, Language School , Coach Operator, School Group or just a large group of friends or family, we are more than happy to help plan your tour.

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