BellTime Magazine Spring/Summer 2017 7 | Page 83

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The iconic stadium has played host to some of the most significant and influential events in Irish history. The GAA Museum & Croke Park Tours provide an engaging educational experience and are linked to the school curriculum, offering unique insights on Irish history, culture and sport. Expert and experienced guides bring the stadium, its stories and the surrounding cityscape to life and are ready to take you and your students on the ultimate field trip.
Croke Park Stadium Tour
€ 9 per student(€ 8 for groups of 40 + students) Explore the home of Gaelic games on a behind-the-scenes tour and learn about the history of Ireland’ s iconic stadium.
Contact Gemma on tours @ crokepark. ie or 01 819 2374 www. crokepark. ie / schools
Etihad Skyline Tour
€ 15 per student Experience unmatched panoramic city views and discover insights into Dublin’ s history and landmarks, combined with the thrill of walking 17 storeys high on the rooftop of the iconic stadium.
Croke Park on Bloody Sunday Tour
€ 15 per student This special tour, featuring elements of the stadium and rooftop tour, gives Junior and Leaving Certificate students a unique perspectives into the events of Dublin and Croke Park on 21st November 1920. This tour can be tailored to the groups educational requirements and adapted to cover events from 1913-1923.
GAA Museum
Free entry with all tours Discover the history of Ireland’ s national games through the museum’ s collection and interactive exhibits, including the role of the GAA in the cultural revival of the late 19th Century. Students can also test their hurling and football skills in the Interactive Games Zone.
School Tours Made Easy
• One teacher FREE with every ten students
• Free onsite coach parking
• Indoor & outdoor picnic areas
• Complimentary tea / coffee for teachers
• Pre-visit resources available
• Irish language tours available( please request when booking)
• Wheelchair accessible
• Free WiFi
• Gift shop
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