National Leprechaun Museum, Dublin

Name: National Leprechaun Museum
Address: Jervis Street, Dublin, Dublin 1, Ireland
Telephone: +353 1 873 3899

#115 among attractions in Dublin

Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

The National Leprechaun Museum is a privately owned museum dedicated to Irish folklore and mythology, through the oral tradition of storytelling. It is located on Jervis Street in Dublin, Ireland, since 10 March 2010. It claims to be the first leprechaun museum in the world. The Irish Times has referred to it as the "Louvre of leprechauns". ()

Alternative names: Established: 10 March 2010 (14 years ago)Coordinates: 53°20'51"N, 6°15'59"W

Address

Jervis StreetNorthside (North Inner City)Dublin Dublin 1 Ireland

Contact

+353 1 873 3899

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Dublin

Day trips

National Leprechaun Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Henry Street, Jervis Shopping Centre, Ha'penny Bridge, Ilac Centre.

~1100 ftNE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Henry Street, Dublin
6 min walk • Henry Street, located in the bustling city of Dublin, Ireland, is a thriving shopping district renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse range of retail options. As one of the two principal shopping streets in Dublin, along with Grafton Street, Henry Street...
~260 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Jervis Shopping Centre, Dublin
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dublin, Jervis Shopping Centre stands as a modern beacon for shoppers in Ireland's vibrant capital. This bustling retail hub, strategically positioned on Henry Street, one of Dublin's main shopping thoroughfares, has been serving locals...
~850 ftSE
Landmark 1800s pedestrian bridge
Ha'penny Bridge, Dublin
5 min walk • The Ha'penny Bridge, formally known as the Liffey Bridge, is a pedestrian bridge that gracefully arches over the River Liffey in the heart of Dublin, Ireland. An iconic symbol of the city, the cast-iron bridge first opened in 1816, connecting the two bustling streets...
~1010 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Ilac Centre, Dublin
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dublin, the Ilac Centre stands as a bustling hub of retail and leisure, offering a unique shopping experience to locals and tourists alike. This expansive shopping centre, conveniently located on Henry Street, is a one-stop destination for...
~940 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Temple Bar Gallery and Studios, Dublin
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dublin's cultural quarter, Temple Bar Gallery and Studios stands as a beacon of contemporary art in Ireland's vibrant capital city. This dynamic space is not only a gallery but also a working studio, providing a platform for both emerging...
~920 ftE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Abbey Street, Dublin
5 min walk • Abbey Street is located on Dublin's Northside, running from the Customs House and Store Street in the east to Capel Street in the west. The street is served by two Luas light rail stops, one at the Jervis shopping centre and the other near O'Connell Street Abbey Street Luas stop.
~760 ftSW
Bridge
Grattan Bridge, Dublin
4 min walk • Grattan Bridge is a road bridge spanning the River Liffey in Dublin, Ireland, and joining Capel Street to Parliament Street and the south quays.
~1120 ftS
Nightlife, Cinema
Irish Film Institute, Dublin
6 min walk • The Irish Film Institute, formerly the Irish Film Centre, is both an arthouse cinema and a national body that supports Irish film heritage.
~650 ftSE
Bridge
Millennium Bridge, Dublin
4 min walk • The Millennium Bridge is a pedestrian bridge spanning the River Liffey in Dublin, joining Eustace Street in Temple Bar to the north quays.
~1090 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Olympia Theatre, Dublin
6 min walk • The Olympia Theatre, known for sponsorship and advertising purposes as the 3Olympia Theatre, is a concert hall and theatre venue in Dublin, Ireland, located on Dame Street.
~960 ftE
Music venue
The Academy, Dublin
5 min walk • The Academy is a music venue located in Dublin, Ireland. It consists of four floors, each for differing music tastes. The Academy was the venue where The Killers performed an intimate show in August 2008, one night before a performance in Marlay Park.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Leprechaun Museum open?

National Leprechaun Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 8:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to National Leprechaun Museum?

Nearby attractions include Wolfe Tone Square, Dublin (2 min walk), Jervis Street, Dublin (2 min walk), St Mary's Church, Dublin (2 min walk), Millennium Bridge, Dublin (4 min walk).

How to get to National Leprechaun Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Leprechaun Museum:

Tram

Jervis • Lines: Luas Red Line (1 min walk)
Dominick • Lines: Luas Green Line (7 min walk)

Bus

Wellington Quay • Lines: 26, 52, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, P29, X25, X27, X28, X30, X31, X32 (4 min walk)
Ha'penny Bridge • Lines: 115, 120, 120B, 120F, 120X, 126, 126X, 130 (5 min walk)

Train

Tara Street (13 min walk)
Dublin Pearse (21 min walk)