,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(-6.300097,53.34294)/-6.283717006444931,53.34289857716452,14.25415729954264/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
Dublin CastlevsIrish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)
Both are recommended by professionals. Overall, Dublin Castle scores marginally higher than Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA). Dublin Castle ranks #10 in Dublin with recommendations from 8 reviewers such as Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
Dublin Castle
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Afar Magazine
Let's Go
Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
Dame Street, Dublin 2
From $0/night
Fodor's "As seat and symbol of the British rule of Ireland for more than seven centuries, Dublin Castle figured largely in Ireland's turbulent history early in the 20th century." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The stronghold of British power in Ireland for 700 years is principally an 18th-century creation that is more hotch-potch palace than medieval castle." Full review
i
The highlight is a visit to the subterranean excavations of the old castle, discovered by accident in 1986.
Time Out "More a collection of 18th-century administrative buildings, albeit very fine ones, built on a medieval plan of two courtyards." Full review
Afar Magazine "Wandering the lavishly decorated rooms (which are sometimes closer to dizzyingly gaudy than merely ornate), you'll learn other golden nuggets of information." Full review
Let's Go "Like the White House, Dublin Castle is a governmental building that also doubles as a tourist attraction." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"At the urban heart of Dublin, it has evolved from an imposing fortress into an administrative hub... and is today the symbol of the Irish State." Full review
The Telegraph "Dublin Castle was founded in 1204, and remained for the next 800 years the main centre of English and British rule in Ireland." Full review
U.S. News & World Report9.0
"Right in the heart of the city, the site of the Dublin Castle has played a part in Ireland's history...the oldest remaining structure, the Record Tower, dates back to the 13th century." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This well-preserved castle, which dates back to the early 13th century, is a real must-see for anyone visiting Dublin." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Once the seat of the British government's administration in Ireland, Dublin Castle now welcomes world travelers interested in learning about the history of the country"
Dublin Travel Guide
October 11, 2021
Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) Travel + Leisure Time Out Afar Magazine
On the Grid Michelin Guide Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's Fodor's
Royal Hospital, Military Road, Kilmainham, Dublin 8
From $0/night
Travel + Leisure "IMMA commissions site-specific works by an international roster of contemporary artists and displays them in a vast set of buildings that were once the Royal Hospital Kilmainham." Full review
Time Out "One of the most important 17th-century buildings in Ireland, the Royal Hospital was designed by Sir William Robinson in 1684 to serve as a nursing home for retired soldiers." Full review
Afar Magazine "The museum is a must for any art enthusiasts visiting Dublin!" Full review
On the Grid "IMMA is the best place in Ireland to experience contemporary art." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This museum exhibits 20C Irish and international art, as well as putting on associated live theatre and music performances." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Situated within the imposing 17th-century Royal Hospital Kilmainham, IMMA is an impressive setting for a collection of modern art." Full review
Frommer's "Set in a beautiful 17th-century former hospital building, this small but handsome museum has a strong collection of modern art dating from the 1940s to the present day" Full review
Fodor's "Housed in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, the Irish Museum of Modern Art concentrates on the work of contemporary Irish artists along with regular international exhibitions" Full review
