Visit ICCI

Guidelines for Visiting the ICCI and Guided Tours

1. The Group Leader / RE Teacher must first make contact with the Centre via: website form, email: [email protected], or phone : 01-2080000
2. You will be contacted by a tour guide to discuss the tour and to ensure that the tour is tailored to match the requirements of the group/class (to cover what they are studying if needed).
3. It is paramount that the number of pupils/group members is recorded to ensure appropriate arrangements are made to meet expectations.
4. The tour guide will discuss what activities (if any) will be done with the group/class and what resources will be available for the attendees.
5. Teachers/Group leaders are welcome to make a preliminary visit to further discuss the needs of their students/group members, and to view the facilities.
6. Schools must ensure that sufficient supervisors accompany the class, to maintain order and safety measures.
7. Groups/classes will be accommodated in large spacious rooms/areas for comfort.
8. Students & groups are requested to adhere to the modest dress code that is required when visiting the mosque:
   1. All clothing should cover the body to below the knee
   2. No sleeveless garments to be worn by either male or female guests
   3. No revealing clothing or transparent clothing
   4. It is also requested that all visitors remove their shoes upon entry to the mosque (please note : this is when entering the prayer area and not the Centre)
   5. The ICCI does not request female visitors to wear a headscarf, however if they choose to do so it is highly appreciated and viewed as a great sign of respect from our visitors.
9. Muslims pray five times a day, so if you prefer to be present at the time of prayer in order to view the congregational prayer, you must mention this when booking the tour.
10. All visitors are requested to maintain a respectful level of noise, and maintain silence during the prayer time.
11. Also note, Muslims will not engage in conversation during prayer, and they will not respond to any greeting until they have finished prayer.
12. Please do not walk directly in front of a person praying in the mosque.
13. If you wish to meet with the Imam of the Mosque during your visit, please highlight this when you are making the initial booking.
14. The tour includes, but is not limited to, the following:
    1. An introduction to the Islamic Cultural Centre of Ireland, covering its history, roles, services, and facilities
    2. A presentation on the core tenets of the Muslim faith, including an overview of the Pillars of Islam.
    3. A Q&A session where students and teachers will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive detailed answers.