Ha'penny Bridge
Guide
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FreeSightAllow 10–20 minPut together by AI from open data
What you'll see
A slim white cast-iron footbridge arching over the Liffey, with lamps along the top and views up and down the quays.
A brief history
It opened in 1816, and crossing it once cost a halfpenny, hence the name. For a century it was the only footbridge over the river.
Tips
- Best time
- At dusk, when the lamps come on
- Cost
- Free
- Allow
- 10–20 min
- Free days
- Always free
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Good to know
- Area
- Temple Bar and the old city: The castle, the two cathedrals, the river and Temple Bar's pubs. Central with several hostels; loud late at night near Temple Bar.
- Access
- Partly step-free
- Indoors or out
- Outdoors
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