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Irish Museum of Modern Art (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Irish Museum of Modern Art?

88%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 88% Kids-Friendly: Drop-in art workshops, Explorer packs and a self-guided garden trail keep under-12s active, plus wide paths and toilets; some abstract art may lose their interest after 2 hours.

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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 entry: Permanent galleries are free for all ages.
  • Spacious gardens: 48-acre grounds offer room for kids to run and explore sculptures.

Challenges:

  • Abstract art: Some modern pieces may be hard for younger children to relate to.
  • Limited seating: Benches are few in galleries; plan rest breaks at the café or outdoors.
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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 with kids?

  1. Free entry to modern art galleries and outdoor sculpture trail
  2. Hands-on workshops and family-focused tours for ages 3+
  3. 48-acre grounds perfect for kids to explore art outdoors
  4. Special summer events: storytelling, live music, and art-making
  5. On-site café and picnic areas to rest between galleries

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time to see key galleries, join a family workshop, and explore the outdoor sculpture trail

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Irish Museum of Modern Art

Explorer for Families:

Drop-in art-making in the Response Room for children and adults

Tip: Arrive by 14:00 on Sundays to secure one of the 35 spots

IMMA Art Trail:

Self-guided sculpture hunt across the 48-acre gardens

Tip: Pick up the free trail map at reception and bring comfortable shoes

Family Inclusive Tour:

45-minute guided tour with child-friendly commentary

Tip: Book online at least a week in advance to reserve your spot

Summer Storytelling & Workshops:

Outdoor art workshops and storytelling events during Summer at IMMA

Tip: Check dates on the website and bring a hat and water bottle

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

  1. Pick up the IMMA Art Trail: Get the free trail map at reception to turn sculpture spotting into a fun game for kids.
  2. Arrive early: Join the Sunday Explorer session early to secure a spot; it fills up fast.
  3. Use lockers: Store coats and bags in free lockers to move freely with children.
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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)?

Mid-June to August features live music in the courtyard and outdoor workshops. From January to May and October to December, join the Sunday Explorer for Families sessions indoors.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Permanent collection entryEUR 0
Special exhibition ticket (per adult)EUR 8
Café snack (per person)EUR 4
Total EstimatedEUR 32

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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