National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology
Kildare Street, Dublin City
National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology
Kildare Street, Dublin City
National repository for all archaeological objects
This museum is home to an extraordinary range of iconic treasures including the Ardagh Chalice, the Tara Brooch and the famous Derrynaflan Hoard. From Prehistoric Ireland to Ancient Egypt, visitors can see archaeological artefacts dating from 7000 BC up to the 20th century.
Highlights include the world-famous Iron Age ‘bog bodies’, an exhibition of prehistoric Irish gold, and an early medieval book of psalms known as the Faddan More Psalter.
The museum offers workshops, talks and tours for all ages and a changing programme of temporary exhibitions on historical and contemporary themes.
There is also a gift shop on-site. Admission is Free.
Highlights
- Opened in 1890
- Biggest collection of gold artefacts after Greece
- Discover many facets of Ireland
- Ideal fun-filled day out for families
- Number of events for families, children, and adults hosted in the museum
- Special exhibitions throughout the year
Open
Opening Times:
Open Daily Year Round, closed December 25/26 and Good Friday
See website for opening times
Prices
Admission Rates:
FREE Admission
Useful Information
Check out the range of facilities, services, accessibility and other useful information.
SHOPPING: Museum shop selling gifts, books, jewellery and replica items.
PARKING: City centre on-street pay and display
ACCESSIBILITY: Only the ground floor is wheelchair accessible.
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Getting There
Located in the heart of Georgian Dublin, near St. Stephen’s Green
Public Transport:
Luas (Green): St. Stephen’s Green, Dawson, Trinity
Dart: Dublin Pearse
Bus: See dublinbus.ie
Map Location: 53.340223, -6.254921
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