National Photographic Archive, Dublin

Name: National Photographic Archive
Address: Meeting House Square, Dublin, 2, Ireland
Telephone: +353 1 603 0200

#367 among attractions in Dublin

Museum, Art museum, Art gallery

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Facts and practical information

The National Photographic Archive is located in Temple Bar in Dublin, Ireland, and holds the photographic collections of the National Library of Ireland. The archive was opened in 1998, and has a reading room and exhibition gallery. The gallery's exhibition space hosts photographic exhibitions - often relating to the NLI's collections. ()

Established: 1970 (54 years ago)Coordinates: 53°20'43"N, 6°15'55"W

Address

Meeting House SquareSouthside (South-East Inner City)Dublin 2 Ireland

Contact

+353 1 603 0200

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Day trips

National Photographic Archive – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dublin Castle, The Stag's Head, Ha'penny Bridge, Temple Bar Gallery and Studios.

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Landmark 1800s pedestrian bridge
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~410 ftE
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~980 ftS
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~550 ftW
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~1100 ftSE
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~900 ftN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Photographic Archive open?

National Photographic Archive is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to National Photographic Archive?

Nearby attractions include Eustace Street, Dublin (1 min walk), The Button Factory, Dublin (1 min walk), Project Arts Centre, Dublin (2 min walk), Temple Bar, Dublin (2 min walk).

How to get to National Photographic Archive by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Photographic Archive:

Bus

Wellington Quay • Lines: 26, 52, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, P29, X25, X27, X28, X30, X31, X32 (2 min walk)
Ha'penny Bridge • Lines: 115, 120, 120B, 120F, 120X, 126, 126X, 130 (2 min walk)

Tram

Jervis • Lines: Luas Red Line (5 min walk)
Westmoreland • Lines: Luas Green Line (7 min walk)

Train

Tara Street (13 min walk)
Dublin Pearse (19 min walk)