Museums & Galleries
“Some men see things as they are and ask why. Others dream things that never were and ask why not.”
- George Bernard Shaw
Dublin truly is a city of arts and culture. There are few better ways to spend an afternoon in this capital city than walking in the footsteps of those famous individuals who have gone before us. While staying at your rented luxury holiday apartment in Dublin, take the opportunity to learn about Irish history, art, sport, and even chocolate making! In this age of “on-demand” information, take some time out, pick from the wide range of galleries and museums, and soak up knowledge the old fashioned way. There is something for all ages and tastes, all within easy reach of all Sunlight Properties holiday rentals. Below is a list of just some of what Dublin can offer during your vacation.
Butlers Chocolate Experience, Clonshaugh Business Park in Dublin 17. Tel: +353 (0)1 671 0599
Learn all about the history of chocolate and see how Butler’s products are made on a tour of the factory.
Opening Hours:
Mon to Sat with tours operating three times daily.
Admission: €13.50 per person
Glasnevin Cemetery Museum, Glasnevin Cemetery, Finglas Road, Dublin 11. Tel: +353 (0)1 882 6500
This may sound morbid but in fact, this is an enthralling trip into Irish history. Over a million unique characters are buried in Glasnevin Cemetery. Some are ordinary people, some are poets, political leaders, revolutionaries. . . learn all about it at the interactive visitor attraction in the museum. Guided tours are also offered and visitors can see the final resting places of such historical figures as Michael Collins, Daniel O’Connell, and many more. There is also a genealogy centre located here, where visitors can trace their relatives.
Opening Hours:
Mon – Fri: 10am – 5pm
Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays: 11am – 5pm
Admission: From €6
GAA Museum, Cusack Stand, St Joseph’s Avenue, Croke Park, Dublin 3. Tel: +353 (0)1 819 2323
This iconic stadium is central to Irish culture for more than just sporting reasons – find out why during a Stadium tour at the Museum. Finish off with a bird’s eye view of Dublin from the Etihad Skyline tour. The chance to watch a hurling or football match at “Croker” is not to be missed during your Sunlight properties holiday.
Opening Hours:
Jan – May & Sept – Dec:
Mon – Sat: 9.30am – 5pm
Sun & Bank Holidays: 10.30am – 5pm
June – Aug:
Mon – Sat: 9.30am – 6pm
Sun & Bank Holidays: 10.30am – 5pm
Admission: From €6
Little Museum of Dublin, 15 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2. Tel: +353 (0)1 661 1000
This is a quaint little museum on the Dawson Street side of St Stephen’s Green. It is home to a quirky collection that gives an insight into the sociological history of Dublin. The museum is a truly enjoyable experience that should be discovered during a stay in Dublin.
Opening Hours:
Mon – Sun: 9.30am – 5pm
Late opening on Thurs until 8pm
Admission: €7
The Jeanie Johnston was an Irish emigrant ship that sailed between County Kerry on the south west coast of Ireland and North America between 1847 and 1855 (during the Great Famine). Visitors can experience a re-creation of what it would have been like to live on board at that time on this replica ship.
Opening Hours:
Guided tours leave 5 times daily from the CHQ building.
Admission: €9
The Science Gallery, Trinity College, Pearse Street, Dublin 2. Tel: +353 (0)1 896 4091
This is a fun and interactive gallery that is growing from strength to strength in Dublin’s city centre. Exhibitions change regularly, as do their opening hours so be sure to check their schedule online. Debates, lectures, and events are also on offer here. Please note that the gallery is only open during exhibitions - please see their website for details.
Opening Hours:
During Exhibitions:
Tues – Fri: 12 pm – 8pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 6pm
Café & Shop Opening Hours
Mon – Fri: 8am – 8pm
Mon – Fri: 8am – 5pm (when no exhibitions are on)
Admission: Free exhibitions, some events are at a cost.
