Dublin · Kildare Street · Museums

National Museum of Ireland — Archaeology.

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

Editorial illustration: ceramic and bronze objects in a museum display — National Museum of Ireland — Archaeology · Illustrative editorial image · Image credits

Plan your visit

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

Where to find it

Kildare Street, Dublin 2, D02 FH48

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.

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Visitor information

Admission and practical details checked against the venue’s information on 10 October 2026.

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