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St. Michan's Church vs National Museum of Ireland- Natural History

Both are recommended by expert writers. Overall, National Museum of Ireland - Natural History scores slightly better than St. Michan's Church. National Museum of Ireland - Natural History ranks #14 in Dublin with accolades from 7 reviewers such as Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.

St. Michan's Church
St. Michan's Church
8 / 10
Church St. Lower, Dublin
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Fodor's Fodor's
"However macabre, St. Michan's main claim to fame is down in the vaults, where the totally dry atmosphere has preserved several corpses in a remarkable state of mummification." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"Macabre remains are the main attraction at this church, which was founded by the Danes in 1096 and named after one of their saints." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Walking into this somber, dignified Protestant church with its magnificent organ is certainly impressive—but the star attraction here is underneath your feet." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"There has been a place of worship on this site since 1096, and the current building dates from 1686, though it was drastically restored in 1828 and again following the Civil War." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Founded in 1095, St. Michan’s Church is an active house of worship in Dublin." Full review
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National Museum of Ireland- Natural History
National Museum of Ireland- Natural History
8 / 10
Merrion St., Dublin 2
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Fodor's Fodor's
"One of four branches of the National Museum of Ireland, this museum is little changed from Victorian times and remains a fascinating repository." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Compared to the multimedia this and interactive that of virtually every modern museum, this is a beautifully preserved example of Victorian charm and scientific wonderment." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Housed in a graceful building that is itself a sort of exhibit... this archaeological museum explores Ireland’s ancient Celtic heritage." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The section on Ireland's prehistoric gold, including exquisitely-wrought jewellery from the bronze and iron ages, is particularly interesting." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Purpose-built in 1890, the museum houses the country's archaeological collections."
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