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• Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

  Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

  Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

  Royal Hospital

  The Irish Museum of Modern Art, housed in the magnificent 17th century Royal Hospital building in Kilmainham Dublin, is an artistic gem with its extensive collection of modern and contemporary art. A visit to IMMA can include time to discover, connect and reflect in the galleries, grounds, formal gardens, meadows, café or shop.

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• Windmill Lane Recording Studios

  Windmill Lane Recording Studios

  Windmill Lane Recording Studios

  20 Ringsend Road

  Windmill Lane Recording Studios visitor experience is located in Ringsend in Dublin and is where various artists from the Rolling Stones to U2 have created music.

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• National Folklore Collection

  National Folklore Collection

  National Folklore Collection

  Newman Building, UCD Belfield

  The National Folklore Collection is one of the largest collections of folklore material in the world and is included on the UNESCO Memory of the World Register. Explore the large selection of books, manuscripts, audio recordings, videos and photographs, drawings and paintings dealing with Irish life, folk history, customs and culture. The collection is gradually being digitized and is partially available online.

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• The Irish Architectural Archive

  The Irish Architectural Archive

  The Irish Architectural Archive

  45 Merrion Square

  The Irish Architectural Archive, located in No. 45 Merrion Square, is of architectural importance as a Georgian building and as an immense collection of records going back to the late 1600s on every significant building and architect in Ireland. It also contains 500,000 photographs & exhibitions.

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• Whiskey Island - Dublin Distillery Trail

  Whiskey Island - Dublin Distillery Trail

  Whiskey Island - Dublin Distillery Trail

  119 Grafton Street

  A fully escorted whiskey trail through Dublin City which includes visits to three fully operational distilleries with tastings at each. You will travel in executive transport and sample a variety of whiskey on the tour.

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• Imaginosity, Dublin Children’s Museum

  Imaginosity, Dublin Children’s Museum

  Imaginosity, Dublin Children’s Museum

  The Plaza, Beacon South Quarter

  Imaginosity, the Dublin Children’s Museum, is a unique child-centred creative space for children up to nine years of age and their families. The Museum celebrates children’s imaginations on the journey from curiosity to discovery. Imaginosity offers a wide variety of workshops and classes in arts and crafts, computers, music and theatre every day in the Art Studio, in the Children's Theatre Space and in the Cyber Room – and most are free with admission.

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• Guinness Storehouse

  Guinness Storehouse

  Guinness Storehouse

  St. James's Gate, Saint Catherine's

  Welcome to the home of Guinness. Visit the Guinness Storehouse to experience the history, heart, and soul of Ireland’s most iconic beer.

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• The National Leprechaun Museum

  The National Leprechaun Museum

  The National Leprechaun Museum

  Twilfit House, 1 Jervis Street

  The National Leprechaun Museum takes visitors deep into Celtic culture and folklore to discover what really lies behind tales of leprechauns, rainbows and pots of gold. Suitable for ages 7 years and up.

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• The National Wax Museum Plus

  The National Wax Museum Plus

  The National Wax Museum Plus

  22 - 25 Westmoreland Street

  The National Wax Museum Plus offers a museum experience unlike any other, whether you are young or old, a culture vulture or fun seeker, star struck or star studded, The National Wax Museum Plus is a fun and interactive experience for all ages.

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• National Gallery of Ireland

  National Gallery of Ireland

  National Gallery of Ireland

  Merrion Square West & Clare Street

  The National Gallery contains over 12,000 pieces of art representing numerous artists including work by Jack B Yeats, Caravaggio, Vermeer, Rembrandt Turner & many more. It is conveniently located in Dublin City Centre, a short stroll from Trinity College and Merrion Square. Open late to 8.30pm on Thursdays.

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• Drimnagh Castle

  Drimnagh Castle

  Drimnagh Castle

  Long Mile Road, Drimnagh

  Drimnagh Castle, built c1240 and 0ccupied until 1954, is one of the oldest continually-inhabited castles in Ireland. It is the only Irish castle still surrounded by a flooded moat and is a fine example of an old Norman feudal fortress. Tours are offered to the public Mondays - Thursdays and Friday mornings. The castle is often used for private events on weekends.

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• National Transport Museum of Ireland

  National Transport Museum of Ireland

  National Transport Museum of Ireland

  Heritage Depot, Howth Castle Demense

  The National Transport Museum of Ireland, in Howth County Dublin, is Ireland’s only comprehensive assembly of public and commercial road transport vehicles. The oldest items date from 1883, the newest 1984, recording the Golden Age of commercial vehicles. The trip down memory lane is fun for all ages.

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• Kilmainham Gaol

  Kilmainham Gaol

  Kilmainham Gaol

  Inchicore Road

  Before it's closure in 1924, Dublin's Kilmainham Gaol housed some of the most famous political and military leaders in Irish history. The prison is considered a must-see in Dublin and offers a panoramic insight into some of the most profound, disturbing and inspirational themes of modern Irish history. Pre-booking online is essential.

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• Science Gallery Dublin

  Science Gallery Dublin

  Science Gallery Dublin

  Naughton Institute, Trinity College, Pearse Street

  Science Gallery is a venue where art and science meet to ignite creativity and discovery, providing experiences that allow visitors to participate and make social connections. It's one of the top free cultural attractions in Ireland and centrally located in Trinity College.

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• Irish Whiskey Museum

  Irish Whiskey Museum

  Irish Whiskey Museum

  119 Grafton Street

  The Irish Whiskey Museum is based in the heart of Dublin City in a historic building on Grafton Street. Come learn the complete and unbiased history of Irish whiskey and its importance in Ireland’s turbulent past. The Classic tour takes about an hour, or you can try the Whiskey Blending Experience and bring home a small bottle of your own blend (1.5 hours). Or come have a Whiskey tour and Brunch (1.5 hours). Visitors can attend various events on the weekends.

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• Chester Beatty

  Chester Beatty

  Chester Beatty

  Dublin Castle

  Situated in the heart of the city centre, the Chester Beatty exhibitions open a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world - Asia, Middle East, North Africa and Europe.

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• National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

  National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

  National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

  Merrion Street

  The National Museum of Ireland-Natural History, on Merrion Street in Dublin, has galleries of animals from Ireland and overseas, as well as geological exhibits from a total collection of about two million scientific specimens. It is affectionately called the "Dead Zoo" and has hardly changed in over 150 years from the Victorian period.

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• Museum of Literature Ireland

  Museum of Literature Ireland

  Museum of Literature Ireland

  85/86 St. Stephens Green

  Whether you are new to Irish literature or an expert, you will be inspired and surprised at MoLI – The Museum of Literature of Ireland. Located at #86 St. Stephens Green. MoLI is an interactive celebration of Irish poets, playwrights and novelists – old and new, famous and less known - in Newman house where James Joyce once studied. It is a must-see for anyone interested in Irish literature. The Commons Café and MoLi Shop are free to visit.

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• The Dublin Liberties Distillery

  The Dublin Liberties Distillery

  The Dublin Liberties Distillery

  33 Mill Street, The Liberties

  The Dublin Liberties Distillery established in 2019 is a unique whiskey experience in the heart of Dublin City.

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• Rascals Brewing Company

  Rascals Brewing Company

  Rascals Brewing Company

  Goldenbridge Estate, Tyrconnell Rd

  Rascals HQ is the home of the award winning independent Dublin craft beer producer Rascals Brewing Company.

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