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- Donna W1 contributionSean did an excellent job and I highly recommend this tour before going on any of the others. You will laugh many times.Written 8 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Julie RDaytona Beach, FL19 contributionsI was initially skeptical about spending my time in a museum, but this exhibit gave me a much greater appreciation and in depth understanding of my experience in IrelandWritten 27 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Linda B3 contributionsThis visit exceeded my expectations by a long way. Our guide Bryan was fun, very knowledgable and easy to engage with. As music lovers it was fascinating for us to see where many of the musicians, alive and dead, practiced and recorded their music, particularly a couple of our favourites- Thin Lizzy and Rory Gallagher. It was great to be able to hear young musicians still practicing in a couple of rooms as our group was led around.Written 12 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jenn CNew York, NY17 contributionsBrian was amazing! Super knowledgeable, answered all of my questions, and was so funny. Such an enjoyable tour. Must do in Dublin!Written 7 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KatoMaplewood, NJ13 contributionsThis is an excellent museum and window into Irish life. Our tour guide, Gillian, is a passionate and knowledgeable ambassador. I learned so much and will consider this visit a highlight of my Dublin visit. Highly recommend this exceptional museum--reserving a space on the tour is essential because the visit is only meaningful with the tour.Written 7 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kevin HZurich, Switzerland1,197 contributionsWe were keen to visit the Chester Beatty museum to see Chester's private collection of historic artifacts. Very pleased to spend an hour or two and also to take refreshments in the cafe.Written 2 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Betsy P73 contributionsBeautiful gardens and greenhouses. It was free! Great way to spend a few hours in Dublin away from the crowds of tourists.Written 29 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mark HMiddlesbrough, UK54 contributionsStumbled across this whilst looking up directions to Jamesons Distillery (which it is only a short walk away from), but ended up being the best thing we did during our couple of days in Dublin.
We noted down the tour times and arrived around 2:30pm on the day. Sign on the door said tour in progress, be about 20 mins but we luckily only waited for about 5, from what I have heard elsewhere you are fortunate to catch this so ringing ahead is usually advised.
As a whole, the church itself is fairly ordinary from a visual aesthetic (though it’s longstanding history impressive), but it’s main attraction, it’s crypts, was a truly unique experience.
Probably not recommended for anyone with significant mobility issues or claustrophobia, but the crypts themselves and their contents were fascinating.
The tour guide himself was also excellent, welcoming to all the guests in our group but also delivering the tour with a fittingly slightly off-kilter approach that added to the experience without seeming too gimmicky.
€7 for the tour, but absolutely worth it. Not like anything else we’ve seen in Dublin, highly recommended.Written 1 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - pandi0n1Slough, UK19 contributionsMarsh's Library was pointed out to us by our guide on a cycle tour. It is the oldest library in Ireland, costs only 5 euros to go into and is well worth a look around - as long as you like books :)
This is a great place for a quiet wander. The books are shelved, with selected ones on display. Marsh's Library is active on social media and while I was there, they had a display of their most popular social media items from the last year.
If you want a tour with lots of things to do and touch, this is not the place for you. If you want to look at a genuine piece of Irish history, to talk to some genuinely knowledgeable staff and to look at some old books, you will love it.
It is off the standard tourist track, so it's quiet and was an oasis of calm on a hot and busy dayWritten 1 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Julia B1 contributionIt was a great experience for a school trip. The trainers are very enthusiastic and it was fantastic to try all the different kinds of sports. We’ll definitely come back.Written 3 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sandy WVancouver, Canada1,336 contributionsFabulous small gallery— one of the best in Dublin. Couple of Monet paintings and a few other well-known artists. Modern Art from Irish painters. Great gift shop with good prices.Written 30 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Patrick C3 contributionsWell worth a visit, especially if you're a Dub!! Lovely park and very well restored church. Staff very pleasant and helpful.Written 20 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kathleen OWirtz, VA180 contributionsI’m geeking out at this tiny but fascinating museum dedicated to the history of printing machines and label designs. A great visit for anyone aged 2 to 102. A wonderful little kid section upstairs allows the time create their own labels and make a printer’s hat.
The machines are all in working order and work as well as they did when they were built up to 400 years ago. All the guides are friendly and knowledgeable.
It is free admission but you will want to drop some cash in the donation box to make sure this place keeps preserving the art of print.Written 25 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Sarah O'DDublin, Ireland1 contributionMyself and my parents spent a really lovely couple of hours here during an afternoon back in March. The Dutch guide (whose name I have forgotten- apols!) was a really enthusiastic historian providing some good background to the castle & its origins and also giving context to this castle's similarity with mainland European castles dating from the same period. It really is an unassuming gem, almost hidden right in the middle of Drimnagh. It's surrounding gardens are beautiful and the moate is quite special! Really quite a surprising find!!Written 31 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Vatraveler58Charlottesville, VA19 contributionsCasino Marino was the highlight of my visit to Dublin. Just a ten minute cab ride from city center, it was easy to access--and what a sight it is! Yes it looks like a one story Greek temple, but this 18th century neoclassical Palladian gem has 16 rooms! It has been meticulously and beautifully restored by Ireland's Office of Public Works. The Earl of Charlemont loved Italy and this structure summed up everything he saw on his Grand Tour through the vision of famed architect Sir William Chambers. WHY IS THIS MASTERPIECE NOT IN THE GUIDEBOOKS? I was lucky a friend recommended it--and lucky to have the dedicated Paul as my guide. If you love architecture--or just beauty--don't miss it.Written 29 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
