The National Gallery holds over 16,000 works spanning European masters and Ireland's own artistic tradition, including the largest collection of Jack B. Yeats paintings in the world. Caravaggio's 'The Taking of Christ,' rediscovered in a Jesuit dining room in 1990, is the gallery's most celebrated single work.
| Admission | Free (permanent collection); temporary exhibitions €5–€12 (~$5.50–$13.20) |
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| Hours | Mon–Sat 09:15–17:30 (Thu until 20:30), Sun 11:00–17:30 |
| Typical visit | 1.5–2.5 hours |
| Best time | Thursday evenings for extended hours and fewer visitors; the Caravaggio 'The Taking of Christ' gallery is a highlight |
| Getting there | Luas Green Line to St. Stephen's Green; Bus 7, 7A, 46A; DART to Pearse |
| Address | Merrion Square West, Dublin 2, D02 K303, Ireland |
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Location
Merrion Square West, Dublin 2, D02 K303, Ireland
53.3412, -6.2530 View on map
Highlights
- Caravaggio's 'The Taking of Christ'
- The world's largest collection of Jack B. Yeats paintings
- Yeats family archive room dedicated to W.B. and Jack Yeats
- Free permanent collection with donation boxes at the entrance
Tips for visiting
- Thursday evening opening hours, until 20:30, are the quietest time to see the Caravaggio room
- Free guided highlights tours run on weekends — check the information desk for that day's times