St. Michan's Church

St. Michan's Church is a church building in Dublin featuring wooden galleries and an organ from the 1720s. Its interior leads down to underground vaults where human remains from past centuries have been preserved.

The church was founded in 1095 and rebuilt in 1686 under architect William Robinson. This reconstruction made it one of Dublin's oldest parish buildings still standing today.

The church houses an organ from 1724 that draws musicians interested in historical instruments and Irish musical heritage. The instrument shapes how the space sounds and makes it a special place for those who care about music.

Access to the underground vaults is through narrow stairs and requires steady footing. The lighting inside is low, so allow yourself time to adjust to the conditions.

The limestone walls of the underground vaults create natural conditions that preserve remains from centuries past. This geological feature turns the crypts into an unintended burial chamber.

Location: Dublin

Architects: William Robinson

GPS coordinates: 53.34756,-6.27540

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:24