The Hugh Lane Gallery, located on Parnell Square North, Dublin City, houses one of Ireland's most exciting collections of modern and contemporary Irish and international art. Established in 1908, Hugh Lane became the home of artist Francis Bacon’s perfectly preserved studio in 1998. The gallery is free to visit.

Exterior of a Georgian building in a city

A modern art paining featuring blocks of dull colours

Hugh Lane Gallery

Walk into the National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street and you are magically transported back in time to see famous Celtic artefacts. St Patrick's Bell, the Tara Brooch, the Ardagh Chalice, ancient Gold, Viking and Medieval items and bog bodies are waiting for you to discover. A stroll through time will take you all the way back to 7000 BC. It is a must see on your visit to Dublin.

An exterior image of National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology building 

An exterior image of a person walking into the National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology building

National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street

On the corner of Wicklow Street and William Street South, in Dublin City, The International Bar is something of an institution at this stage.

The International Bar

Opened over 80 years ago, Bewley's Grafton Street Café is a cherished Dublin landmark and Ireland's longest established and largest café, serving excellent food from breakfast through lunch to evening cuisine.

Bewley's Café Grafton Street

Explore, engage and connect with Irish history and culture in 20 interactive galleries at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin City. Go beyond the stereotypes to help you discover what it truly means to be Irish. Winner of Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the World Travel Awards 2019, 2020 and 2021.

Woman viewing a light installation at EPIC

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

This 2,111 capacity, purpose built, theatre was designed by world renowned architect Daniel Libeskind and is an outstanding addition to Ireland’s theatre world.

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

The National Gallery of Ireland in Dublin City displays work by many artists including Johannes Vermeer, Lavinia Fontana, Jack B Yeats, Alice Neel, Caravaggio, Mainie Jellett and many more.

The Grand Gallery at The National Gallery of Ireland

The Shaw Gallery at The National Gallery of Ireland

Exterior View Merrion Square entrance to the National Gallery of Ireland

National Gallery of Ireland

The Helix, on the Dublin City University campus, is Ireland's exciting multi venue performance and meeting space in North Dublin. It offers a range of spaces that cater for all types of events, including live performances all year round.

The Helix view of the interior of the theatre

The Helix

The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) in Dublin City is a dynamic modern art museum nestled on 48 acres of land in the heart of Dublin 8. The home of IMMA is the historical site of the 17th century Royal Hospital Kilmainham, where it presents ground breaking exhibitions by the most exciting Irish and international artists.

Irish Museum of Modern Art IMMA exterior of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Irish Museum of Modern Art IMMA people outdoors on the grounds

Irish Museum of Modern Art IMMA people dining outdoors

Irish Museum of Modern Art IMMA exhibit entitled As Above So Below

Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

The National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, Dublin City, is home to a wide range of objects which include weaponry, furniture, silver, ceramics and glassware, as well as examples of folk life and costume.

An exterior view of National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History

Full exterior view of National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History building

National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks

Part of the cultural and social heart of Dublin City, the Gate Theatre has been both artistically and architecturally, a landmark building in Dublin for over 200 years. It was established as a theatre in 1928 by Hilton Edwards and Micheál MacLiammóir.

Gate Theatre

The Laughter Lounge, Dublin City, is Ireland's premier comedy venue, with over 25 years in the business. This powerhouse of Irish comedy features well known acts from the Emerald Isle and beyond. Enjoy the comedy and the late night bar.

A comedian standing on stage in mid performance

A view of an audience laughing as they look to the stage

The Laughter Lounge 

Mystic Dublin - Modern Echoes of Medieval Magic. Medieval Dublin, a vibrant yet unpredictable place where magic, superstition, and ancient traditions influenced daily life. A new exhibition at Dublinia, running from October 2024 to May 2025.

Mystic Dublin - Modern Echoes of Medieval Magic

King Lear by William Shakespeare - Gate Theatre Dublin, Directed by Roxana Silbert and starring Conleth Hill.

Conleth Hill appears as King Lear in the Gate Theatre. He is wearing a blue shirt, on a navy background, and holding dirt. Text reads: King Lear by William Shakespeare, directed by Roxana Silbert. Supported by the Arts Council and RTÉ.

King Lear by William Shakespeare

Whether you are new to Irish literature or an expert, you will be inspired and surprised at MoLI – The Museum of Literature Ireland. Located at 86 St. Stephens Green in the historic UCD Newman House, where James Joyce once studied, MoLI is an interactive celebration of Irish poets, playwrights and novelists. It is a must-see for anyone interested in Irish literature. The Commons Café and MoLi Shop are free to visit.

Exterior view of the Museum of Literature Ireland from their garden

Museum of Literature Ireland

Based in Dublin City centre, the National Concert Hall is rated by performing artists as one of the finest in Europe.

National Concert Hall                                                                

Since its glamorous opening night in 1871, the Gaiety Theatre has remained true to the vision of its founders in presenting the highest quality musical and dramatic entertainment. As Dublin’s longest established theatre in continuous production, the Gaiety Theatre triumphantly maintains its unrivalled presence as the City’s premier venue for pantomime, musicals, opera, concerts, revues, comedy, drama and dance. 

The Gaiety Theatre                                                                                      

Smock Alley Theatre, 1662 is Ireland’s oldest, newest theatre, cultural and heritage site in a restored 17th century theatre on the banks of the River Liffey, Dublin City. With a varied artistic programme of theatre, dance, music, comedy and visual arts.

External view of Smock Alley Theatre showing entrance and three arched stained glass windows

View of actors on stage in a dimmed light

Smock Alley Theatre, 1662

Vicar Street is one of Dublin newest venues, situated in Thomas Street, opposite the church.

Hugh Lane Gallery

National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street

The International Bar

Bewley's Café Grafton Street

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

National Gallery of Ireland

The Helix

Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks

Gate Theatre

The Laughter Lounge

Mystic Dublin - Modern Echoes of Medieval Magic

King Lear by William Shakespeare

Museum of Literature Ireland

National Concert Hall

The Gaiety Theatre

Smock Alley Theatre, 1662

Vicar Street

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Hugh Lane Gallery

National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street

The International Bar

Bewley's Café Grafton Street

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

National Gallery of Ireland

The Helix

Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks

Gate Theatre

The Laughter Lounge

Mystic Dublin - Modern Echoes of Medieval Magic

King Lear by William Shakespeare

Museum of Literature Ireland

National Concert Hall

The Gaiety Theatre

Smock Alley Theatre, 1662

Vicar Street