Chester Beatty Library & Museum

30 min

Once the private library of the American mining magnate, this museum is known for its world-class collection of artifacts from all over the world

  • All-Inclusive
  • Indoors
  • Museums

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Ticket types and quantities
Adult 13–64 years
€ 3,00€ 3,33
1
Child 4–12 yearsi
€ 2,10€ 2,33
0

Estimated total · € 3,00

Chester Beatty Library
Chester Beatty Library
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Chester Beatty Library

Overview

The Chester Beatty Library and Museum is the work and culmination of a private collector, Sir Alfred Chester Beatty. It’s a diverse collection of historic artifacts, brought together in the mid-1900s, dating back to 2700BC to the present day. The priceless artifacts come from across the globe including Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe into a fascinating assortment of cultural progression.

If you're a traveler or visitor to Dublin, you won't want to miss the Chester Beatty Library and Museum. With the Go City® Dublin Pass, you can explore over 40 of Dublin's top attractions, including this fascinating museum. The Chester Beatty Library and Museum is a unique collection of art and artifacts from cultures all around the world. Its collection includes rare manuscripts, prints, and paintings that go back thousands of years. Whether you're interested in ancient Egyptian papyrus, detailed Persian miniatures, or delicate Chinese snuff bottles, there's something here for everyone. So why not add the Chester Beatty Library and Museum to your itinerary and discover the wonders of Dublin?

The museum is free to enter, but make sure to show your pass to staff so you can receive a free Chester Beatty publication or a set of greeting cards from the retail shop!

Location

Dublin Castle
D02 AD92 Dublin

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Opening hours

Standard opening hours

Monday – Sunday
10 AM – 6 PM

Last entry
4 PM

Guest reviews

Theo W.

May 2025

More impressive in person than the photos. Photo spots were thoughtfully spaced along the route, with straightforward entry.

Ben F.

Mar 2025

Clear signage when we arrived. we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Diego M.

Feb 2025

More impressive in person than the photos. Plenty of time to explore afterward, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Leo R.

May 2025

Easy to combine with other sights. We learned more than expected in a short visit, we’d echo the hype online.

Noah J.

Oct 2025

Audio quality was sharper than usual for this kind of ticket. We learned more than expected in a short visit, easily one of the highlights of our trip.

Marcus J.

Dec 2025

Straightforward redemption with our pass. Queues moved faster than expected, with straightforward entry. (Would pair nicely with a light lunch nearby.)

Luca K.

Nov 2025

Well organized from start to finish. Views exceeded our expectations, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Aria R.

Nov 2025

Great value versus buying tickets separately. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Oliver L.

Jul 2025

Well organized from start to finish. worth blocking a half-day for.

Hanna B.

Mar 2025

Helpful crew and clear instructions. Seating/rest spots helped older travelers in our group, matching what friends told us—but better in person.

Theo X.

Jul 2025

Staff made the itinerary feel effortless. We learned more than expected in a short visit, we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Hanna R.

May 2026

Straightforward redemption with our pass. and overall it was one of our favorite stops.

Yuki Z.

Apr 2026

The pace worked well with kids. Photo spots were thoughtfully spaced along the route, — glad we prioritized it.

Oliver P.

Mar 2026

More impressive in person than the photos. Transitions between rooms or stops felt purposeful, with straightforward entry.

Felix N.

Feb 2025

Straightforward redemption with our pass. (Views exceeded our expectations, with straightforward entry.)