The Jeanie Johnston an Irish Famine Story
Overview
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50 minutes
Mobile ticket
A visit to the Jeanie Johnston is an experience the whole family will enjoy. It’s suitable for people of all ages. From tall ship fans to history buffs to curious kids, our guides will keep everyone entertained.
Take a deep breath and go below deck to experience the cramped quarters where up to 250 passengers spent most of their time, only emerging for a half an hour of fresh air each day.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Jeanie Johnston: An Irish Famine Story
The Jeanie Johnston tells the story of the thousands of Irish people who fled the Famine and embarked on a treacherous voyage in the hope of a better life in North America. Step on board and be transported back in time, joining them on their grueling journey across the ocean.
What‘s Included
Guided Tour
Meeting points
The Jeanie Johnston: An Irish Famine Story
Custom House Quay, Dublin Ireland
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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The Jeanie Johnston an Irish Famine Story
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative tour, with great tour guides. Worth the entry fee.
danieldG4789TL,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and informative. All done within an hour, time flew by. Tour guide brought stories to life, answered any quesrions. Good value for money.
Very interesting tour. ...
Matthew J,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting tour. Our guide Steven was extremely informative and knowledgeable. He answered all our questions and my young son had a lot of them.
Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship
craig s,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating and insightful tour, let by the effervescent and encyclopaedic Catriona through a direct replica of the 19th century coffin ship that transported Irish families across the Atlantic that is adjacent to the Irish migration museum (which is also excellent). A stark reminder of the hardships endured by the Irish in escaping from a land where even basic foods were not available to a large part of the population. I am still not sure how they fit 300 passengers into such a small boat. Highly recommended.
Great tour guide
Alina S,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Have done the Jeanie Johnston 2 times before but this was the best thanks to Cormac's presentation & patience with questions
Such an interesting tour with Molly!
Kathy L,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fascinating tour about the Jeanie Johnston. Our guide, Molly, was great. Had a keen sense of what we would find interesting. She had great details about the ship and compelling stories about the people who traveled on the Jeanie Johnston. The tour provided me with more history about the "great hunger." I would highly recommend this tour as a follow-up to going through the Irish Emigration Museum.
One hour tour
F8186TVjanec,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was by far one of best tours we have been on. The tour guild Molly was superb. Her knowledge of the history of the ship literally brought it to life. A fascinating insight into the Irish famine and its unimaginable consequences for its people. There was nothing that could have been improved during this tour. Thankyou Molly for a wonderful experience.
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