Come take a look inside Áras an Uachtaráin.


This fine house was originally built as a hunting lodge in 1751, but it has changed a lot since then and has received many interesting visitors!


Originally built in the mid 18th century as a modest house, it was expanded afterwards. It was the home of the British Viceroys in Ireland for 150 years, then the Governors General (Queen's representative in Ireland) and since 1938 it has been the official residence of the Presidents of Ireland.

Did you know?

The East Wing was added in 1849 for the state visit of Queen Victoria.
The Dublin mains gas supply was installed in 1852 and electricity in 1908.
The West Wing was extended in 1911 for the visit of King George V.