
4.7 ·
Step inside The Little Museum of Dublin, a compact museum full of stories about how the city lived through the last century. Join a guided tour, handle the humour and the history, and discover why this small space leaves a big impression.
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The Little Museum of Dublin tells the story of how Dubliners' lives changed over the past century, using a collection of personal and everyday artefacts arranged inside a small building. Visits are by guided tour, and reviewers consistently highlight the engaging, humorous guides who explain key events in Irish history and sometimes sing.
Despite its size, visitors describe it as dense with history, character and curiosity, and many call it a highlight of their time in Dublin. A typical visit lasts about an hour.
Booking is recommended, since tours run at set times and the museum is popular.
The Little Museum of Dublin tells the story of how Dubliners' lives changed over the past century, using a collection of personal and everyday artefacts arranged inside a small building. Visits are by guided tour, and reviewers consistently highlight the engaging, humorous guides who explain key events in Irish history and sometimes sing.
Despite its size, visitors describe it as dense with history, character and curiosity, and many call it a highlight of their time in Dublin. A typical visit lasts about an hour.
Booking is recommended, since tours run at set times and the museum is popular.
Duration
1h
Best time
morning, lunchtime or afternoon
Intensity
Moderate walking
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Reviews
The place is so cute and Lisa our guide was so engaging with all of us on the tour. She was great at explaining some key events in Ireland history. She is a good singer too! The staff at the museum are friendly and welcoming. Was such a lovely visit. Definitely recommend a visit!
Madhuri Gopinath
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