The National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology is the national repository for all archaeological objects found in Ireland and home to over two million …
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Dec 15, 2024
This is a great place to wander and take in the history of Ireland. Lots of artifacts - some more interesting than others as is always the case with museums in my experience, but the wall boards wit… Full review by YorkTraveller1962
Dec 1, 2024
This was my second visit to the National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology. Last time I did not have that much time so I just saw a small portion of the museum. This time I had plenty of time and was a… Full review by niinan2
Nov 23, 2024
This was one of the last museums we visited across our 2 month long visit to Europe, during this trip we went to many museums and had many different tour guides but my husband and I, and our friends … Full review by Marie p
do they do disabled entry at the national museum of ireland?
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There is wheelchair access to the ground floor of NMI-Archaeology, however due to the historic nature of the building there is currently no wheelchair access to the upper floors. …
There is wheelchair access to the ground floor of NMI-Archaeology, however due to the historic nature of the building there is currently no wheelchair access to the upper floors. Our longer terms plans including addressing this issue. If you need particular access to an exhibition or event being held upstairs please do contact the marketing dept.
Does anyone know about tours of this museum? We will have limited time to visit, and would like a tour to guide us to the most important exhibits in the museum.
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I did not see tour guides when I was there. However, it is a small museum and you can easily pursue your own interests by following the printed museum map.
Hi, Bonnie. What would you like to know about this attraction? How much time should I allow for a visit? I know that it always depends on level of interest. How long to take a walk-through and a look? Thanks for your response.
Hello, Could you recommend some hotels within easy walking distance of the museum. 4 - 5 star is fine. Many thanks, Margaret
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I have read the other contributors and they are spot on. There are two O'Callaghan hotels that are fine and well located; the Alexander Hotel and the Mont Clare. Alexander is a little …
I have read the other contributors and they are spot on. There are two O'Callaghan hotels that are fine and well located; the Alexander Hotel and the Mont Clare. Alexander is a little more expensive and better. Had I the money then a stay at the Shelbourne would be in order. It is an iconic hotel in the City and was recently the subject of a fly on the wall documentary that showed the character of the hotel and the staff. Dublin is not that big and basing yourself anywhere near the Museum will allow you access to many attractions, restaurants, and pubs.
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Why is the National Museum of Ireland - Natural History closed?
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The Natural History Museum was constructed in 1856 and is often referred to as a ‘Museum of a Museum’. A magnificent Victorian artefact in its own right,...
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