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National Library of Ireland

Kildare Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
35-316-030-200
Ranked #44 of 222 attractions in Dublin
4.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Type: History Museums, Libraries
Owner description: The National Library of Ireland holds the most outstanding collection of Irish documentary material in the world. There are three reading rooms and a...... more » Owner description: The National Library of Ireland holds the most outstanding collection of Irish documentary material in the world. There are three reading rooms and a Genealogy Advisory Service to assist family history researchers. The Library also has two major exhibitions, the multi-awarding winning 'Yeats : the life and work of WB Yeats' and 'Strangers to Citizens : the Irish in Europe 1600-1800'. Entry to the Library and exhibitions is free. « less
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Castlebar, Ireland
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75 reviews 75 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

If you cant find what you want to read here it has not been printed. The books are well sectioned off and easy to find. The staff are very helpful More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

The library had a great exhibit for Yeats' fans. Many cool items shown downstairs. The upstairs library is stunning, with vaulted ceilings. Bankers lamps adorn each table. Very cool geneaology section. Highly recommended for the Dublin traveler. FREE admission!!!! More

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Dublin, Ireland
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Well - you don't visit the place if you don't have an interest in books, heritage etc. Wouldn't take children. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

I have used library for research and have always found the staff very helpful, especially for family tree matters. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

Wonderful pictures here Great place if one is interested in same More

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Tampa, FL
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

If you are a reader you must go here. Really amazing collecting that reminds you of your own history More

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McKinney, Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

I visited the LIbrary on a blustery, rainy November Saturday afternoon. There was constrruction going on , so I couldnt roam through the collection, but I did step down into the wonderful tea room for a break. The high recessed windowsills were stacked high with gorgeous old mismatched cups and saucers. The modern little tables were spotless, and each had... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012

Interesting and no charge to visit so worth taking a look More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

Wonderful and informative exhibit on WB Yeats. Audiovisual and print media. Also took a tour of the Reading Room. You can actually see and read books from the 1800's. Great way to spend a few hours and it's free! More

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Denver, Colorado
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

One would expect that a countries national library would house some of the countries greatest literary minds. Unfortunately, the national library only had an exhibit on W.B Yeats. Was very disappointed More

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