National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin

Honestly, I just can’t believe that it’s free. These artists are some of the most famous in the whole world and to be able to spend a few hours here with so few other guests was awesome. I’ve been to the world famous museums but this just feels so much more personal. It’s really something special here in Dublin and it’s presented so well with really well informed and helpful staff. The exhibits of the Irish artists are provably my favorite-I kept writing down all their names, people I couldn’t believe were left out of my art classes in college. And my daughter spent loads of time staring at all the Yeats. Thank you Dublin, well done!

Great place for a visit to relax, take inspiration, have a chat, learn from the staff, discover your new favourite artists. There is no substitute for seeing art work first hand. When you can see the intention behind the pull of the brush strokes or the depth of impasto then you start to learn just how involved the artist are in their creations. The shop is always very well equipped and the toilets are immaculate. Highly recommended