This branch of the National Museum houses Ireland's most significant archaeological finds, including the Ardagh Chalice, the Tara Brooch, and a collection of preserved Iron Age bog bodies. The Treasury gallery alone represents over 4,000 years of Irish craftsmanship in gold and metalwork.
| Admission | Free |
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| Hours | Tue–Sat 10:00–17:00, Sun 13:00–17:00; closed Mon |
| Typical visit | 1.5–2.5 hours |
| Best time | Tuesday opening for fewest crowds; the Treasury (Ardagh Chalice, Tara Brooch) is the must-see gallery |
| Getting there | Luas Green Line to St. Stephen's Green; DART to Pearse; Bus 7, 7A, 46A |
| Address | Kildare Street, Dublin 2, D02 F627, Ireland |
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Location
Kildare Street, Dublin 2, D02 F627, Ireland
53.3398, -6.2533 View on map
Highlights
- Ardagh Chalice and Tara Brooch in the Treasury gallery
- Kingship and Sacrifice exhibit of preserved bog bodies
- Ancient Egypt gallery with mummies and funerary artifacts
- Free admission with no timed entry required
Tips for visiting
- The bog bodies exhibit is graphic — travelers visiting with young children may want to preview the gallery description first
- Free admission means no advance booking, but the building can feel crowded on rainy afternoons when other outdoor plans are cancelled