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Chester BeattyvsDublin Castle
Chester Beatty Library and Dublin Castle are both highly recommended by experts. Overall, Chester Beatty Library scores slightly higher than Dublin Castle. Chester Beatty Library comes in at #2 in Dublin with positive reviews from 7 reviewers such as Frommer's, On the Grid and Fodor's.
Chester Beatty
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
On the Grid
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
Dublin Castle Dublin 2 Ireland
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Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The world-famous library, in the grounds of Dublin Castle, houses the collection of mining engineer Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875–1968), bequeathed to the Irish State on his death." Full review
Time Out "Many of the finest works from Sir Alfred Chester Beatty's priceless art collection are housed in this purpose-built museum." Full review
Fodor's "A connoisseur's delight, this "library" is considered one of the overlooked treasures of Ireland." Full review
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On sunny days the garden is one of the most tranquil places in central Dublin.
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Sir Alfred Chester Beatty established one of the most beautiful collections of Islamic and Far Eastern art... part of it is permanently exhibited on the edge of the gardens of Dublin Castle." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Bibliophiles will be enthralled by the Chester Beatty Library, home to a vast collection of manuscripts and books, as well as prints and paintings." Full review
On the Grid "This library, in the grounds of the beautiful Dublin Castle, is one of our favourite places." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"Home to an extensive collection of rare books, manuscripts and drawings dating back to 2700 B.C...religious and artistic collections from across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe." Full review
Frommer's "Sir Alfred Chester Beatty was an American of Irish heritage who made a fortune in the mining industry and collected rare manuscripts." Full review
Dublin Castle Fodor's Lonely Planet Time Out
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Let's Go Michelin Guide
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Fodor's "As seat and symbol of the British rule of Ireland for more than seven centuries, Dublin Castle figured largely in Ireland's turbulent history early in the 20th century." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The stronghold of British power in Ireland for 700 years is principally an 18th-century creation that is more hotch-potch palace than medieval castle." Full review
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The highlight is a visit to the subterranean excavations of the old castle, discovered by accident in 1986.
Time Out "More a collection of 18th-century administrative buildings, albeit very fine ones, built on a medieval plan of two courtyards." Full review
Afar Magazine "Wandering the lavishly decorated rooms (which are sometimes closer to dizzyingly gaudy than merely ornate), you'll learn other golden nuggets of information." Full review
Let's Go "Like the White House, Dublin Castle is a governmental building that also doubles as a tourist attraction." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"At the urban heart of Dublin, it has evolved from an imposing fortress into an administrative hub... and is today the symbol of the Irish State." Full review
The Telegraph "Dublin Castle was founded in 1204, and remained for the next 800 years the main centre of English and British rule in Ireland." Full review
U.S. News & World Report9.0
"Right in the heart of the city, the site of the Dublin Castle has played a part in Ireland's history...the oldest remaining structure, the Record Tower, dates back to the 13th century." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This well-preserved castle, which dates back to the early 13th century, is a real must-see for anyone visiting Dublin." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Once the seat of the British government's administration in Ireland, Dublin Castle now welcomes world travelers interested in learning about the history of the country"
Dublin Travel Guide
October 11, 2021
