Last October 8 , 2010 I decided to visit the Fair City along with a CRS staff (John Paredes). I have always visited Dublin before but this day isn’t just an ordinary visit as I’ll be seeing national and international celebrities in their wax forms.
We took the early train commute from Limerick which took us about 2 hours and 15 minutes to arrive at Heuston, Dublin . Then we ride the tram to Abbey Street and later walked for fifteen minutes and finally arrived to the National Wax Museum which is at Foster Place, College Green, Dublin 2. The address may ring a bell to all of us, as the museum building itself is at the left flank of the Irish Houses of Parliament.
The National Wax Museum is now a privately owned institution after it was sold by Donie Cassidy, a senator and former TD to Patrick Dunning a music recording entrepreneur . The waxworks is considered to be one of Dublin’s most popular attractions. Though considered as a wholesome destination, the ticket entrance doesn’t come cheap as we paid 10 euro each to enter the facility. Once inside , you’ll be firstly greeted by the charming presence of our lady president , Mary McAleese standing across the stairs leading to the tunnel. I went downstairs and was amazed to see a horror vault full of scary characters like Cannibal, Frankenstein etc. , there was also room full of Irish Presidents and Taoiseach. When I went to the steps leading to the second floor I passed Christopher Reeve as Superman and Batman as if guarding the aisle and also saw Pope Benedict standing on a hanging platform. I also got the chance to see my favorite cartoon family, the Simpsons. Visitors were also allowed to enter a horror chamber where you can take a pose for photos of famous horror icons such and Freddie Krueger of the movie Nightmare in Elms Street.
The section which I found interesting was the room that housed Michael Jackson, David Bowie, U2, Tina Turner, Princess Diana, Pierce Brosnan in his 007 posture, Phil Lynott and the late tv presenter in the name of Jerry Ryan. Honestly, I haven’t seen them in person but the replica figures captivates me as if they were real.
Overall, the trip was worth it as the museum has something for all ages. The science facilities is educational as well and isԚÂ much more interactive. If given a chance to go back again, I’d say I wouldn’t doubt in grabbing such an opportunity. So when you’re in the Fair City, take a stroll it’s definitely one of the places to be.
