The Custom House’s current function isn’t all that exciting. It serves as the home for the Department of the Environment. That quiet function disguises a much more interesting past and appearance. The building, built in the late 1700s is an architectural masterpiece with amazing detail including fourteen keystones symbolizing the Atlantic Ocean and Ireland’s thirteen major rivers.
In 1921, the building was damaged extensively (especially on the inside) by IRA forces. Today, it’s a popular tourist destination. The Custom House attracts people from all over the world who opt to make a visit part of their Dublin experience. It’s a fascinating structure with a rich history--a definite must-see. You can get a great value hotel in dublin near the custom house.
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