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Chester BeattyvsChrist Church Cathedral
Both Chester Beatty Library and Christ Church Cathedral are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Chester Beatty Library scores marginally better than Christ Church Cathedral. Chester Beatty Library is ranked #2 in Dublin with endorsements from 7 reviews including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Chester Beatty
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Dublin Castle Dublin 2 Ireland
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Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The world-famous library, in the grounds of Dublin Castle, houses the collection of mining engineer Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875–1968), bequeathed to the Irish State on his death." Full review
Time Out "Many of the finest works from Sir Alfred Chester Beatty's priceless art collection are housed in this purpose-built museum." Full review
Fodor's "A connoisseur's delight, this "library" is considered one of the overlooked treasures of Ireland." Full review
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On sunny days the garden is one of the most tranquil places in central Dublin.
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Sir Alfred Chester Beatty established one of the most beautiful collections of Islamic and Far Eastern art... part of it is permanently exhibited on the edge of the gardens of Dublin Castle." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Bibliophiles will be enthralled by the Chester Beatty Library, home to a vast collection of manuscripts and books, as well as prints and paintings." Full review
On the Grid "This library, in the grounds of the beautiful Dublin Castle, is one of our favourite places." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"Home to an extensive collection of rare books, manuscripts and drawings dating back to 2700 B.C...religious and artistic collections from across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe." Full review
Frommer's "Sir Alfred Chester Beatty was an American of Irish heritage who made a fortune in the mining industry and collected rare manuscripts." Full review
Christ Church Cathedral Lonely Planet Time Out Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Atlas Obscura Michelin Guide
Independent Frommer's
Christchurch Place, Dublin 8
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Its hilltop location and eye-catching flying buttresses make this the most photogenic by far of Dublin's three cathedrals as well as one of the capital's most recognisable symbols." Full review
Time Out "Dubliners chiefly know it as a place to hear the bells ring out on New Year's Eve (it boasts 'the largest full-circle ringing peal in the world') and for the beautiful choral evensongs." Full review
Fodor's "The vast, sturdy crypt, with its 12th- and 13th-century vaults, is Dublin's oldest surviving structure and the building's most notable feature." Full review
Afar Magazine "A popular venue to host many high profile concerts throughout the year." Full review
Atlas Obscura "The mummified heart of a saint lives on in this church—after a brief hiatus when it was stolen. " Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The imposing Anglican cathedral of the diocese of Dublin is the seat of the Anglican archbishop of Dublin and Glendalough." Full review
Independent "With its giant vaulted ceilings and medieval floors, the almost 1,000-year-old Christ Church Cathedral is one of the most striking buildings in the city"
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May 13, 2022
Frommer's "This magnificent cathedral was designed to be seen from the river, so walk to it from the riverside in order to truly appreciate its size." Full review
