National Gallery of Ireland

Overview

The National Gallery of Ireland is one of the country’s most popular visitor attractions. It houses the nation’s collection of European and Irish art from about 1300 to the present day, and an extensive library and archive.

Entry to the permanent collection, and many temporary exhibitions, is free for all. Open seven days a week, the Gallery is conveniently located in Dublin City centre, a short stroll from Trinity College and Merrion Square.

Free guided tours are available at weekends. Family packs and drawing and creative writing kits are available to borrow for free. Facilities include a shop, café, and wheelchair access to all levels.

Some temporary exhibitions need to be booked in advance and have an admission charge, but there are discounts and special offers available.

Take a look at the Gallery website in advance of your visit for full details.

An image of elitist reviewers and tourists packing quiet halls might come to mind when thinking of a national gallery, but in this instance, the youthful throng outnumbers the typical suspects.
It has a lot to do with the hip activities, like Thursday night openings that go late and cool events like design workshops and documentary screenings that encourage networking.

The national collection of Irish and European artwork is kept at the National Gallery of Ireland.
With two entrances—one on Merrion Square next to Leinster House and the other on Clare Street—it is situated in the city's center.
It was established in 1854, and ten years later it opened its doors.