The National Gallery of Ireland on Merrion Square holds the national collection of Irish art alongside a substantial European paintings collection spanning the 14th to 20th centuries. Admission to the permanent collection is free, which makes it an easy decision. The highlights include works by Vermeer, Caravaggio, and a dedicated wing for Jack B. Yeats, Ireland's most celebrated modern painter. The building itself — a mix of Victorian and 20th-century extensions — is worth exploring. Allow a couple of hours.
National Gallery of Ireland
Free national collection of Irish art and European masters
| Address | Merrion Square West & Clare Street |
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| Admission | Free (permanent collection) |
| Opening Hours | Mon–Sat 09:15–17:30 (Thu until 20:30), Sun 11:00–17:30 |
| Phone | +353 1 661 5133 |
| Website | https://www.nationalgallery.ie |