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Saint Patrick's CathedralvsIrish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)
Both Saint Patrick's Cathedral and Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Saint Patrick's Cathedral scores marginally higher than Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA). Saint Patrick's Cathedral ranks #8 in Dublin with praise from 5 publications such as Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Saint Patrick's Cathedral
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Saint Patrick's Close Dublin 8 Ireland
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Fodor's "The largest cathedral in Dublin and also the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland, St. Patrick's was built in honor of Ireland's patron saint." Full review
Frommer's "This is the largest church in Ireland, and one of the best-loved churches in the world." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"It was at this cathedral, reputedly, that St Paddy himself dunked the Irish heathens into the waters of a well." Full review
Time Out "This, the largest church in Ireland, dates from the 13th century but was founded on a far older religious site associated with St Patrick and dating from the fifth century." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Not much remains of the original 12C church built close to the fountain (rediscovered in 1901) where the patron saint of Ireland is said to have baptised his first followers." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"St. Patrick's Cathedral is the largest cathedral in Dublin and the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland. Built on the site where St. Patrick is said to have baptized converts " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "On the bucket list of iconic European cathedrals, this is a must-hit, even if you're not religious. You can also explore the grounds and gardens without stepping foot inside." Full review
Frommer's "The building is mainly Early English in style, with a square medieval tower that houses the largest ringing peal bells in Ireland; its spire, nearly 150 feet tall, soars above the city’s low skyline." Full review
Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)
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On the Grid Michelin Guide Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's Fodor's
Royal Hospital, Military Road, Kilmainham, Dublin 8
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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
