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National Gallery of IrelandvsNational Museum of Ireland - Archaeology
Both are praised by experts. On balance, National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology scores slightly higher than National Gallery of Ireland. National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology is ranked #6 in Dublin with recommendations from 6 sources including Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Travel + Leisure.
National Gallery of Ireland
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Frommer's
Merrion Square West, Dublin 2
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Fodor's "One of Europe's finest smaller art museums... the collection holds more than 2,500 paintings and some 10,000 other works." Full review
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A highlight of the museum is the major collection of paintings by Irish artists
Concierge "A fine seven-century-wide collection of European art and... introduction to Irish painting."
Travel + Leisure "A standout collection of European masters. Articles Surprising Dublin." Full review
Time Out "This gallery houses a small but fine collection of European works from the 14th to the 20th centuries." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The National Gallery has one of Europe's best collections."
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The Irish art (17C-20C) is of course exceptional
Let's Go "With works by such luminaries as Velasquez, Vermeer, and Caravaggio, this museum is the perfect way to spend a rainy afternoon." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Though relatively small, the National Gallery of Ireland holds an extensive number of works by Irish artists." Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"If you're an art lover, make sure to save some time for this extensive (and free! ) museum, which has housed Ireland's national art collection since 1854." Full review
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If you're an art lover, make sure to save some time for this extensive (and free!
Frommer's "This museum houses Ireland's national art collection, as well as a collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th centuries." Full review
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All public areas are wheelchair accessible.
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Fodor's
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Kildare St. Annex, 7–9 Merrion Row, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Dublin 2
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Fodor's "One of four branches of The National Museum of Ireland, and home to a fabled collection of Irish artifacts dating from 7000 BC to the present." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The mother of Irish museums and the country’s most important cultural institution was established in 1977 as the primary repository of the nation’s archaeological treasures." Full review
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The star attractions are all here... enthralling stuff!
Time Out "Established in 1877 by the Science and Art Museums Act, the National Museum is deservedly one of Dublin's most popular attractions." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"With Collins Barracks, this forms the setting for the collections of the National Museum and focuses on archaeological and Celtic items, including the remarkable Treasury." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Archeology arm holds an extensive collection of treasures within a magnificent Victorian Palladian building. The exhibits are dazzling, with treasures spilling over several floors." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "With eight permanent exhibitions, this free archaeology-focused museum can feel daunting—but it's still well worth planning a visit." Full review
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Don't miss the Kingship and Sacrifice exhibition, where you’ll find Bog Bodies—human remains found in Ireland’s boglands during the Iron Age. Today they're perfectly preserved, complete with hair, teeth, and even eyelashes.
Frommer's "Established in 1890, this museum is a reflection of Ireland's heritage from 2000 B.C. to the present." Full review
