Tours
Guided tours of Down Cathedral are available with minimum group size of 10 persons. A small charge is applicable and must be pre-booked using the form below.
Tours consist of a 15-20 minute talk on St Patrick and the history of Down Cathedral. After the tour you can explore further unguided.
If you don’t want a tour you are most welcome to visit the Cathedral during opening hours – there will always be a volunteer to welcome you and answer any questions you may have about Saint Patrick. Take a look at the Highlights page for some key things to look out for.
General admission is free and we encourage donations to help with the upkeep of the building.
Book a tour
New tour coming in 2026
Discover Saint Patrick
Hear the inspiring story of Saint Patrick in the place where he is buried – Down Cathedral – then travel to where he founded his first church on the island of Ireland – Saul.
Check back in early 2026 for pricing and more details on the tour including how to book.