What makes it 88% Solo-Friendly: Free permanent galleries, regular guided tours, quiet spaces and free Wi-Fi let a solo visitor explore at own pace; only occasional ticketed shows cost extra.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Most visitors spend 1–2 hours exploring main galleries and guided exhibits at a comfortable pace.
Join IMMA Horizons sessions:
Participate in free creative & well-being programs like Slow Art and Talking Art.
Tip: Book online in advance on IMMA’s website; sessions fill quickly.
Attend a guided tour:
Free 30-minute tours run at 2:30pm on Wed, Sat and Sun.
Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early at reception to secure your spot.
Explore the permanent collection:
Self-guided walk through modern and contemporary art galleries.
Tip: Pick up the IMMA Art Trail map at the entrance for outdoor sculptures.
Browse the IMMA Shop:
Shop for art books, prints and unique souvenirs on the first floor.
Tip: Check for limited-edition exhibition catalogues after ticketed shows.
Use free Wi-Fi & quiet corners:
Research artists online or sketch in peaceful gallery alcoves.
Tip: Connect to the 'Virgin' network and bring your own device or sketchbook.

Jango Mallu
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
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
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
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
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...
From mid-June to end-August, drop into summer concerts in the courtyard on Sunday afternoons.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Ticketed exhibition | EUR 8 |
| Fruition Café coffee & pastry | EUR 7 |
| IMMA shop souvenir | EUR 15 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 30 |
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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Address: Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Military Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin 8, D08 FW31, Ireland
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