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Home of the famous Red Branch Knights and Ulster Cycle, the Centre offers visitors a unique appreciation of the history of the area.
Learn of the mystical characters and mythical characters of Navan like Cu Chulainn, King Conor McNessa, Queen Mebh and Deirdre of the Sorrows.
In a fun and interactive way families and individuals can walk and talk with heroes of these tales through a living history interpretation.
See the remaining mounds, ditches and banks of Emain Macha (Navan Fort) and learn about the massive circular ritual temple built by this majestic warrior clan.
- Meeting with the Celts in an Iron Age Dwelling
- Walking the footsteps of history on a guided tour to Navan Fort
- The interactive Archaeology Discovery Room
- Environmental aspects of the site, which you will learn about on the Ecology Trail
- Gain a unique appreciation of the history of Emain Macha
Visitor Information
Open Year Round
April - September
Daily 10:00 - 17:30, last admission 16:00
October - March
Daily 10:00 - 16:00, last admission 15:00
Extra Admission Times: The centre can open outside these hours for groups who have booked in advance.
(Note: The Living History interpretation operates April to September only)
IMPORTANT NOTE: work is currently underway on some exhibits. The following elements of Navan will be available to visitors:
- A condensed exhibition looking at the background of Navan in a local and national context.
- Audio visual show bringing the Myths & Legends of the Ulster Cycle to life.
- Outstanding Archaeology Discovery Room where you can bring archaeology alive to understand the history of Navan.
- A site self-guided map for your visit to Navan Fort, or weather permitting, a fully guided tour to the site.
Approx. visit duration: 2 hours minimum
Contact Details
Navan Centre & Fort [Emain Macha]
81 Killylea Road, Armagh, Co. Armagh
T: +44 (0) 28 3752 9644
E: navan@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
W: www.navan.com
Important Notice
From Monday, October 9, 2017 until further notice, please note that Navan Centre & Fort [Emain Macha] are carrying out some essential renovation work in their exhibition. During this time they have arranged, for your enjoyment, a temporary exhibition, presented by their tour guides. As the renovation happens the content of your tour will not be compromised. They look forward to seeing the work completed, and apologise for any inconvenience. We will advise website visitors once the essential works are complete.
Winter Rates
Adult: £5.60
Senior (aged 65+): £4.17
Student (with valid ID): £4.17
Child (aged 4-18): £3.40
Child (under 4): Free
Family (2 adults & up to 3 children): £16.40
Summer Rates
Adult: £6.80
Senior (aged 65+): £5.60
Student (with valid ID): £5.60
Child (aged 4-18): £4.55
Child (under 4): Free
Family (2 adults & up to 3 children): £18.55
Other Useful Information
DINING / REFRESHMENTS
Café/restaurant serving home-baked food daily. There is also a picnic area.
SHOPPING
Gift shop selling range of gifts and speciality books.
PARKING
Free car and coach parking on-site.
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
The Navan Centre and Iron Age Dwelling are fully accessible. The Fort require a level of good mobility.
WI-FI
Free Wi-Fi available in the restaurant area.
GROUPS
Group rates available (minimum 10 people). Pre-booking required.
ACCOLADES & AWARDS
- Sandford Award for Heritage Education (2013)
- NI4kids 'Small Visitor Attraction of the Year' (2014)
- TripAdvisor, Centre of Excellence Award (2015)
Map Location
The Navan Centre & Fort is 3km from the City of Armagh.
Navan Centre & Fort [Emain Macha] 
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Group Enquiry?
If you have a group enquiry for 10 or more people, you can contact us here.