Museums & galleries in Dublin
An interactive immersion into Ireland's musical history, offering 60–75 minute guided tours. You can see rare artifacts, including a unique collection dedicated to Phil Lynott and Thin Lizzy, as well as learn stories about legendary Irish artists in the heart of Temple Bar.
The main art museum of the country, founded in 1854 and opened in 1864. The gallery houses an extensive collection of Irish painting and masterpieces of European art (17th–20th centuries).
The oldest art organization in Ireland, run by the artists themselves, and one of the leading contemporary art galleries in Dublin.
An interactive cultural space dedicated to the country's rich literary heritage. Located in the historic UCD Naughton Joyce Centre building, the museum offers unique exhibitions, including original manuscripts by James Joyce, multimedia installations, a café, and cozy gardens.
A magnificent example of 18th-century Georgian architecture (1769–1779) on Dame Street, near Dublin Castle. Originally the Royal Exchange, now a historic building with an impressive dome, marble floors, and frescoes, where the city council meets.
A leading cultural institution located in the historic building of the 17th-century Kilmainham Royal Hospital. The museum offers exhibitions of Irish and international artists, an extensive collection of contemporary art, as well as picturesque gardens for walks.
The country's leading museum, preserving artifacts from 7000 BCE to the Middle Ages. Housed in a Victorian building, it features famous Celtic treasures (the Tara Brooch, the Ardagh Chalice), bog bodies, Bronze Age gold, and Viking heritage.
One of the most dynamic contemporary art galleries in Dublin, located in a historic Georgian building. The gallery features talented Irish and international artists, offering painting, sculpture, ceramics, and photography.
One of the leading contemporary art galleries in Ireland, specializing in painting and sculpture. Founded in 1990, the gallery features both recognized Irish masters and works by global icons of pop art and contemporary art.
A large multimedia exhibition in Dublin dedicated to the life and work of the great Irish poet, Nobel Prize laureate Seamus Heaney.
