Dublin Attractions

Venue: National Museum of Ireland: Kildare Street    When: Daily; not Mon

The collections of the National Museum of Ireland are housed at a number of locations. Archaeological and historical items are displayed at the National Museum in Kildare Street.

The museum opened in 1890 and contains artefacts dating from 7000BC to the 20th century. The archaeological collections include several sections. The Treasury features outstanding examples of Celtic and Medieval art, such as the famous Ardagh Chalice, the Tara Brooch and the Derrynaflan Hoard. Ór - Ireland's Gold features the finest collection of prehistoric gold artefacts in Europe.

Prehistoric Ireland introduces the visitor to the everyday culture of prehistory, while Viking Age Ireland focuses on Irish archaeology from 800-1200AD. The Road to Independence is a fascinating glimpse into Ireland between the years of 1916-1921, when the country was a hotbed of dissent against British rule.

The National Museum of Ireland is split between three venues - this one in Kildare Street, a natural history museum in Merrion Street and the National Museum in Collins Barracks.