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National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology

Kildare Street, Dublin, Ireland
01-677-7444
Ranked #5 of 222 attractions in Dublin
4.5 of 5 stars 246 Reviews
Type: History Museums
Owner description: The National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology is the national repository for all archaeological objects found in Ireland and home to over two...... more » Owner description: The National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology is the national repository for all archaeological objects found in Ireland and home to over two million artefacts.Permanent ExhibitionsOur exhibitions include the finest collection of prehistoric gold artefacts in western Europe, outstanding examples of metalwork from the Celtic Iron Age and the Museum’s world-renowned collection of medieval ecclesiastical objects and jewellery. • The Treasury• Ór - Ireland's Gold• Prehistoric Ireland• Kingship and Sacrifice• Viking Ireland• Medieval Ireland • Ancient Egypt• Ceramics and Glass from Ancient Cyprus• Life and Death in the Roman WorldThere is also a number of Temporary Exhibitions taking place. « less
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West Sand Lake, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

All three museums in Dublin city are well worth the visit. Plan to spend at least half a day or more at each. The artifacts and detailed exhibits of Ireland and world history are next none. Another plus is entrance is free. More

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Little Rock, AR
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

I loved this museum, but I'm a real history buff and an anthropology student. The bog mummies were amazing (but hidden behind walls so you have to purposely go to see the real thing, you won't just run into one, good for the kids), you can see the Tara Brooch, and they also have a nice Viking skeleton. I'd definitely... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Fantastic exhibits, interesting, well worth seeing. Artifacts there from 2000 BC all laid out with explainations on how they pertain to Irelands history. To top it off admisdion is free. More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

This museum is totally worth a visit. They have bodies on display that they pulled from a bog that are still intact! I won't give any more info because you just have to see for yourself but I was so happy with my visit. One bad side note! Unfortunately I bought the audio guide (€2) thinking it would be for... More

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Boone, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

On Dublin visits, I always make a visit to the Treasury at this branch of the National Museum of Ireland. It features displays of classic artifacts from medieval Ireland with helpful explanations of stylistic influences and contexts. A couple of chapters of /How the Irish Saved Civilization/ almost seemed to have been written there with their references to the Ardagh... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Interesting displays and videos. Excellent food at the cafe, prices reasonable. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Free entry and very satisfied with it overall. Highly recommended More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We visited a few of the National Museums, and let me tell you, I wish all cities made their National museums FREE! The museum was worth a visit, and honestly the museums are good to fill the void in the day, or if you have some extra time, however this was one of the National museums I wish we had... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

A must see museum. Fantastic objects. You could easily spent the whole day here. And the coffee shop is great too. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Free, centrally located, and interesting. A huge collection of gold artifacts, the amazing bog bodies, and a small but exceptional Egyptian exhibit. More

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