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Irish Museum of Modern Art (couple trip)

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How Couple-Friendly is Irish Museum of Modern Art?

83%Couple-Friendly
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What makes it 83% Couple-Friendly: Outdoor sculpture trail, summer courtyard music and a cosy café create relaxed shared moments, but limited evening opening means date-night options are fewer.

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Irish Museum Of Modern Art (IMMA) Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪#adayinmylife
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The FANTASTIC Irish Museum of Modern Art, housed in an amazing 17th Century Building must be seen!
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Positives:

  • Free permanent collection: Main galleries are always free to enter, so you can explore without a ticket cost
  • Scenic grounds: The 48-acre Royal Hospital Gardens offer a peaceful art trail and garden walks
  • Indoor and outdoor café: Fruition Café provides seating inside and on the terrace overlooking the courtyard
  • Complimentary guided tours: Free tours run Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 2:30 pm

Challenges:

  • Timed tours: Guided tours start promptly at 2:30 pm and run only on select days; arrive early
  • Limited weekend events: Live music and yoga are only available mid-June to August on weekends
  • Ticketed exhibitions: Some temporary shows cost €8 per adult and require online booking
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What is Irish Museum of Modern Art?

  • A national institution devoted to modern and contemporary art in Ireland, established in 1990.
  • A museum sited within the 17th-century Royal Hospital Kilmainham, built in 1684 around a classical square courtyard.
  • A collection encompassing Irish and international modern art, presented through permanent displays and rotating temporary exhibitions.

What is so special about Irish Museum of Modern Art for couple trip?

  1. Free permanent galleries showcasing modern Irish and international art
  2. Guided tours for couples to discuss art together
  3. 48-acre gardens with outdoor sculptures for a scenic stroll
  4. Seasonal music and yoga in the Courtyard during summer
  5. Fruition Café serves coffee, cakes, and light meals with garden views

Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours

Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Enough time to explore main galleries and relax at the café

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Couple-Friendly Activities in Irish Museum of Modern Art

Join a guided tour:

Take the free 30-minute tour on Wednesdays, Saturdays or Sundays at 2:30 pm to see current exhibitions

Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early at reception; tours start promptly

Follow the IMMA Art Trail:

Pick up a map to find outdoor sculptures across the 48-acre Royal Hospital grounds

Tip: Wear comfortable shoes; follow numbered markers around the gardens

Enjoy live music in the Courtyard:

Catch free Sunday concerts from mid-June to end-August in the Courtyard

Tip: Bring a light jacket; arrive early to grab a bench

Relax at Fruition Café:

Share coffee, homemade cakes or a light meal indoors or on the terrace

Tip: Try the seasonal cake; sit on the terrace for garden views

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Irish Museum of Modern Art

  1. Book temporary exhibitions online: Reserve tickets in advance on the IMMA website to secure your spot
  2. Pick up the Art Trail map: Collect the free map at reception to navigate outdoor sculptures
  3. Combine trail and café: Start with the outdoor art trail then unwind with a drink on the café terrace
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Reviews of Irish Museum of Modern Art

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Jango Mallu

Jango Mallu

Nov 2025

A gem of place for modern art lovers, set in a pristine 17th cent Royal Hospital building which has its own history and tales to tell in the Hospital history section . . The guided tour is detail and aligned to the guides interests and views which is quite unique. The viewpoints and perspectives to each art form is to its dot for few, while shallow for some, and immense for others. The stunnin...

Conchubhar Cinnfhaolaidh

Conchubhar Cinnfhaolaidh

Oct 2025

Great museum which I will miss very much. I was very lucky and privileged to live beside the museum for the past 19 years and tried to visit it as often as I could. Some excellent exhibitions through the years, the Dorothy Cross retrospective in particular comes to mind. The comparative exhibition of Jack B Yeats and Lucien Freud is another fond memory. The current exhibition of Sam Gilliam’s work...

Angeles Make Up

Angeles Make Up

Sep 2025

What a beautiful place! I went to assist the Earth Rising festival at the Museum and I discovered these gorgeous gardens, they are really well maintained, clean, a real pleasure to the senses. I recommend go when it's quiet and you will feel you're not in the middle of a city, but in a castle far away.. gorgeous, I will go again soon.

Óscar Avila

Óscar Avila

Aug 2025

A museum with very interesting art. When we arrived they were teaching traditional Irish dance classes in pairs, very nice. There is a cafeteria and a restaurant that has very tasty food and delicious drinks. Inside the galleries you can find very curious and interesting modern works of art. Highly recommended to go with your family, friends or alone. I'm sure you'll find new friends there.

Shelley C

Shelley C

Jul 2025

I am not a big fan of modern art, but I absolutely loved this place. Yes, I rolled my eyes at the piles of dirt and bricks. I was confused as to whether the technical issue piece was art or an actual broken piece. However, in amongst that were some striking pieces. The building is surrounded by gardens and green spaces, which are also worth a look. The building itself is architecturally interestin...

When is the best time to visit Irish Museum of Modern Art (Dublin, Ireland)?

Visit mid-June to August for free weekend concerts and morning yoga in the Courtyard; spring brings blooming walled gardens and autumn offers vivid foliage

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Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Permanent galleriesEUR 0
Temporary exhibition tickets (2)EUR 16
Two coffeesEUR 8
Slice of cakeEUR 5
Total EstimatedEUR 29

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Irish Museum of Modern Art

Address: Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Military Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin 8, D08 FW31, Ireland

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About Irish Museum of Modern Art

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday:12:00 – 5:30 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+353 1 612 9900

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