Leinster House is the seat of Ireland's Parliament. Discover how our Parliament works, its history, how to visit and where to learn more about the Houses of the Oireachtas.
How Parliament works
The Oireachtas is the only body that has the power to make laws for Ireland. Find out how the Oireachtas makes these laws, what else it does, how its Members are elected and the rules it has to keep.
Visit the Oireachtas
Tours of Leinster House are currently limited to those sponsored by a TD or Senator.
Contact your local TD or Senator to find out more, or you can get a peek inside with our virtual tour.
Visitors to Leinster House must use the Kildare Street entrance only.
We are accredited as an autism-friendly Parliament. Find out more on our dedicated information page.
Teachers and students
Learning or teaching about Ireland’s Parliament? Our educational videos and lesson plans can help you get started.
Historic Leinster House
Discover the history of Parliament in Ireland and explore our buildings and the historical documents.
Glossary
Do you know your Order Papers from your Standing Orders? Decode parliamentary jargon with our A to Z guide.
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Know your Parliament
Find out everything you need to know about the Oireachtas in our helpful plain English guide.