Dublin · FREE DAYS

Free museums and galleries in Dublin.

Permanent collections at the National Gallery and two National Museum sites give you three different starting points for a free day out.

Editorial illustration: a quiet painting gallery with Georgian proportions
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Choose an area first

The National Gallery and Archaeology museum suit the Merrion Square–Kildare Street area. Collins Barracks is on Benburb Street. Choose an area first, especially if your visit is short.

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Merrion Square · Art & galleries

National Gallery of Ireland

Paintings and changing exhibitions beside Merrion Square. Choose a collection room, then see what else catches your eye.

The permanent collection is free to visit. Some temporary exhibitions require a ticket.

Merrion Square West, Dublin 2

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Kildare Street · Museums

National Museum of Ireland — Archaeology

Archaeological collections on Kildare Street. A place to connect objects with the long history of Ireland.

General admission is free. The museum's visitor information includes current opening hours and family resources.

Kildare Street, Dublin 2, D02 FH48

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Stoneybatter · Museums

National Museum — Collins Barracks

Design and historical collections in the buildings of Collins Barracks. An indoor starting point on the west side of the city.

Admission is free. Check the official visitor information for the current gallery access: part of the Soldiers and Chiefs exhibition is closed.

Collins Barracks, Benburb Street, Dublin 7, D07 XKV4

Make it your own day

The National Gallery and the Archaeology museum are around Merrion Square and Kildare Street. IMMA is in Kilmainham: leave time for the journey if you combine them.

Use the official programme for temporary exhibitions, closures and any booking requirements. Save a place from its page to keep it on your list.

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