Royal Hospital Kilmainham
Royal Hospital Kilmainham
4.5
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Built in 1694 as a hospital for soldiers, it now houses the Irish Museum of Modern Art.
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4.5
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jondub
Dublin, Ireland3 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Had lunch there recently and was very disappointed
Service was poor and I had to go and ask for my meal despite being assured it would be delivered. When it did arrive it was lukewarm and the portion was meagre. A small side salad came without dressing and none was offered
Pricey too. We left hungry
Not good enough least of all for a national museum
Service was poor and I had to go and ask for my meal despite being assured it would be delivered. When it did arrive it was lukewarm and the portion was meagre. A small side salad came without dressing and none was offered
Pricey too. We left hungry
Not good enough least of all for a national museum
Written 2 June 2022
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JnVSydney
Greater Sydney, Australia21,349 contributions
Aug 2022
located a little out from Dublin city, is the most beautiful structure and ground, built in the late 1600's it was a home for retired veterans/soldiers, these days in is home to modern arts museums and holds cultural events within the grounds, definitely a must see.
Written 16 September 2022
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H123travels
Australia28 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
These Gardens are in the grounds of the beautiful Royal Hospital Kilmainham. They are behind and below a small stone wall so almost easy to miss. These gardens and the IMMA are really worth a visit - especially if you are in the area for a Kilmainham Gaol visit.
Written 11 May 2018
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Jaybird2002
Belfast, UK2 contributions
Sept 2012 • Friends
We went to see Leonard Cohen's concert in the grounds of IMMA - however, it had not been made clear that the concert would be OUTDOORS! It was freezing! - especially for those of us who had never attended this venue before, and were, subsequently, inappropriately dressed for it.
Written 19 September 2012
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Celine Nolan
Clane, Ireland120 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Very well organised venue with good directions for extensive parking. Warm and inviting especially at this time of year with Christmas lights and decorations. He pantomime is held in the dome this year and it’s a great location. Only three toilet cubicles but they are clean and well organised. Helpful staff, good bar and lots of goodies like popcorn and candy floss to be had.
Written 30 December 2019
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H C H
Lincoln, UK60 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
The Royal Kilmainham Hospital was Ireland's 'Chelsea Hospital' for army veterans for nearly 250 years (it was actually founded before its Chelsea cousin). Today it houses the Irish Museum of Modern Art, but we went to see the Hospital. The remaining rooms - the Chapel and Great Hall - are being restored, but in the meantime there is an excellent exhibition on the history of and life in the hospital. The grounds include a couple of cemeteries with irregular opening arrangements, the long walk where the veterans too their exercise, and a delightful formal garden with alleys, fountains and flowers - a lovely place to spend a fine afternoon.
Written 4 July 2019
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CJ61
Hillsborough, UK170 contributions
Nov 2018
This was our first visit to the Royal Hospital, Kilmainham and we were very impressed by the building and the beautiful gardens.
Written 13 December 2018
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sandnsun61
Phoenix, AZ540 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
Whilst my husband was mountain biking outside of Dublin, I walked across the street (staying at the Hilton) to visit this museum. I was fascinated by the burial grounds surrounding the property. I primarily wanted to see the gardens which were absolutely lovely, even though the skies opened up with rain when I was admiring the roses.
There are paid exhibits one can access, but I just visited the free collections which explain the history of the Royal Hospital. I also checked out the cafe to warm up with a delicious cup of cappuccino.
If you're in the area, the Royal Hospital Kilmainham is worth a visit.
There are paid exhibits one can access, but I just visited the free collections which explain the history of the Royal Hospital. I also checked out the cafe to warm up with a delicious cup of cappuccino.
If you're in the area, the Royal Hospital Kilmainham is worth a visit.
Written 30 September 2018
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RCR257
England, UK124 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
We stopped here on the hop on hop off bus and the conductor said it wasn’t worth it, but we decided to hop off anyway. We had lunch in the restaurant which was lovely a fresh home cooked food. We then walked around the grounds which were lovely a peaceful. You can walk through the grounds to the jail and pick the bus back up their. All well looked after and free to visit.
Written 12 August 2018
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lalabelfast1976
Belfast, UK12 contributions
Jun 2014 • Friends
We were here for 2 concerts over the Heineken Live 2014 shows. The venue was easy access (we got a taxi), and the police were stopping vehicles that were leaving people off nearly at the door, so there was not much of a walk. On the first evening, it had started to rain heavily, so we didn't get the best view, however, I was really impressed with the concert setting. It was a great view to the stage wherever in the area you were. I was also very impressed with the fact that despite the pouring rain, the ground didn't seem to get too muddy.
On our second venture, two nights later, I was expecting muddy ground, given there had been another concert the night before, so the grass was getting a bit of a hammering from the weather and many feet. Not the case. Luckily for us this time, the sun was shining, and we were there earlier in the day, so got to appreciate the beauty of the venue.
Another good thing is that it is within walking distance to Temple Bar where we were able to go for a drink afterward.
I would love to come back for a proper visit to just potter about and appreciate the grounds, and definitely will make a point of doing this next time that I'm in Dublin.
On our second venture, two nights later, I was expecting muddy ground, given there had been another concert the night before, so the grass was getting a bit of a hammering from the weather and many feet. Not the case. Luckily for us this time, the sun was shining, and we were there earlier in the day, so got to appreciate the beauty of the venue.
Another good thing is that it is within walking distance to Temple Bar where we were able to go for a drink afterward.
I would love to come back for a proper visit to just potter about and appreciate the grounds, and definitely will make a point of doing this next time that I'm in Dublin.
Written 2 July 2014
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