Casino Marino
Small neoclassical garden temple designed by Sir William Chambers for Lord Charlemont, visited on a guided tour.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
Casino Marino was designed by Sir William Chambers in the 18th century as a pleasure house for James Caulfeild, first Earl of Charlemont. It stood next to his residence in what was then open countryside north of Dublin. The building is regarded as one of the finest neoclassical buildings in Europe.
The word casino here means “little house”. From outside the building looks compact, yet it contains 16 richly decorated rooms. Its exterior is known for fine stone craftsmanship, and the Zodiac Room has a domed ceiling decorated with astrological symbols around its base.
The Office of Public Works looks after the building today. The interior can be visited only on a guided tour.
Highlights
- Neoclassical garden temple by Sir William Chambers
- Sixteen finely decorated rooms behind a compact exterior
- Zodiac Room with an astrological dome ceiling
- Detailed stone carving on the exterior
Permanent exhibition
- Casino interiors – A guided tour through the sixteen decorated rooms of the garden temple, including the Zodiac Room.
- Operated by
- Office of Public Works (OPW)
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
|---|---|
| Children & teens | €3Child and student rate. |
| Seniors | €4The same rate applies to groups. |
| Students & apprentices | €3 |
| Groups | €4 per person |
| Families | €13 |
Admission includes the guided tour. Card payments are accepted.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The site describes access as challenging, with uneven walkways, handrails to hold and a warning to keep back from edges. Only assistance dogs are allowed. Visitors who need step-free access should contact the Casino before visiting.
Kids & families
| Family ticket | €13 |
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A family ticket is available.
Getting there & parking
By car
Free parking
Free car parking is available on site, according to Fáilte Ireland; bicycle parking is also provided.
The Casino is on Cherrymount Crescent, off the Malahide Road in Marino, about three miles north of Dublin city centre.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
Toilets are available. Bicycle parking and a bike trail are listed.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | The interior can only be seen on a guided tour; school and group tours have separate slots. |
