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The Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience
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#5 of 677 things to do in Dublin
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10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience tells the story of the Irish music scene with a tour of a working music venue & recording facilities in Temple Bar.
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Neighborhood: Temple Bar
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  • Jervis • 4 min walk
  • Abbey St • 8 min walk
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Lillymurry
1 contribution
Best moment in Dublin
Mar 2020
We popped into the museum not knowing what to expect . We were greeted by Brian our guide who had us laughing singing and even got me to play the drums . This tour is so much fun and you get to see many interesting things . Brian was funny and kind and was even helped an elderly lady up and down the stairs a true Irish gentleman. 5 stars is not enough Brian . Ps A little helpful tip from a fellow tour guide drop the lanyards till this flu is gone people feel uncomfortable wearing them they may not say but they do we had to in our museum just a thought .
Written March 6, 2020
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Wax Museum Team
Hi Lillymurry Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad you enjoyed your tour with Bryan. We'll take on your feedback regarding our lanyards, we are following all advice and recommended procedures from the health and safety authorities. Kind Regards The Management Irish Rock N Roll Museum Experience
Written March 6, 2020
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Anthony S
Wiltshire14 contributions
Rory Gallagher rules
Feb 2020
Something different to do in Dublin. The Museum majors in some of the most obvious Irish musical exports such as U2 and Thin Lizzy, but all the others, including my favourite Rory Gallagher, get a mention. John, our excellent guide, was full of interesting stories about the history not just of Irish music, but also the recording studio and rock venue which form part of the experience. A very enjoyable part of our trip to Dublin. Thanks John.
Written February 16, 2020
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Wax Museum Team
Hi Anthony S, Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are glad you enjoyed the tour with the very talented John. We will pass on your kind words. If you took any pictures of your visit we'd love for you to share them with us online. Kind regards, The Management Irish Rock 'n' Roll Museum Experience
Written February 17, 2020
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Pip K
Ramsgate, UK23 contributions
Fantastic
Feb 2020
We went purely because it was part of our Dublin pass, but what an experience! It was fantastic! We were led around by a Dutch lady who, had she not admitted, I would never have realised wasn't Irish. She was incredibly passionate and drew us into her love of Irish bands enabling us to learn so much. This is a mega - go see.
Written March 5, 2020
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Wax Museum Team
Hi Pip K Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad you enjoyed your tour and we know who your guide was but Mieke actually comes from the Flemish region of Belgium. If you took any photos of your visit we'd love for you to share them with us online. Kind Regards The Management Irish Rock N Roll Museum Experience
Written March 6, 2020
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Angela Walters
New York4 contributions
Alan, the Rockstar and His Awesome Tour
Jan 2020 • Couples
Alan was so much fun. He took the time to get to know everyone, which made the tour very interactive and personalised based on our varied knowledge of the musicians. There was a French couple on our tour who he did a great job of taking the extra time of explaining things to, very simply but effectively, and gave his French a real go for them. You can feel his passion for what he does at the museum, and you can’t help but match his enthusiasm. Loved the place, the history, the time spent and absolutely loved the tour and Alan.
Written January 1, 2020
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Wax Museum Team
Hi Angela, Thank you very much for taking the time to review us and sharing your pictures. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour with Alan. We will be sure to pass on your kind words. Kind regards, The Management Irish Rock 'n' Roll Museum Experience
Written January 3, 2020
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TeamFinfamily
Helsinki, Finland98 contributions
Interesting but less interactive than one would hope
Feb 2020 • Family
Brian was a nice and funny guide to this museum - what I appreciate is that though he has probably given this tour a million times he did not seem at all bored but on the contrary, really keen and engaged. So that’s a big plus. But otherwise, expected a little bit more out of this museum for the price which is not cheap. So maybe more interactive elements & things to do - and maybe more music to be heard? The video was nice though, and it was great to have a chance to play some of the instruments.
Written February 21, 2020
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Wax Museum Team
Hi TeamFinfamily Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad you enjoyed your tour with Bryan but disappointed to hear you felt it wasn't interactive enough. As you mention we do feature a jam room where visitors can rock out with genuine instruments and dress up like an eccentric fun loving rock star. We've seen some amazing talents pass through this room on our tours from all over the world. In regard to the price, to the best of our knowledge you visited on a family ticket which is a saving of over €10 if you were to add the individual prices for 2 adults and 2 children. We also offer online discounts for advance bookings and discount cards can be found in many hotels and tourist offices across the city. Kind Regards The Management Irish Rock N Roll Museum Experience
Written February 22, 2020
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Martin P
1 contribution
Fantastic tour!
Sep 2022 • Couples
We were a small group - a german, a family from Indonesia + me/wife and the guide Alan made us feel like one small family. He gave us a great tour through the museum and it’s exciting content and i Can highly recommend to spend 1,5 hour at the museum. Will for sure be back next time i am in Dublin. Thanks, Alan for an outstanding afternoon!
Written September 22, 2022
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Wax Museum Team
Hi Alba Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted you had such a good time on your tour with Alan. We welcome every music lover with open arms and we're always happy to welcome you back on one of our tours. If you took any photos of your visit we'd love for you to share them with us online. Kind Regards The Management Irish Rock N Roll Museum Experience
Written September 23, 2022
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Marie C
8 contributions
One of the best place to visit in Dublin
Apr 2023 • Solo
I ran into this unmissable place while visiting the Temple Bar area and I highly recommend you stop by as well (but better to book your ticket in advance).
The tour exhibits instruments, albums and more personal items from iconic musicians. You will also visit rehearsal rooms, a recording studio and a proper stage that smell like rock and beer.
Our tour guide Alan was absolutely knowledgeable and passionate and listening to him was a real pleasure! You’ll never wear a pyjama like you used to after visiting the museum…
The tour is about 1.5 h long.
Written April 9, 2023
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Wax Museum Team
Hi DarkTravellus Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're delighted you enjoyed your tour with Alan. He definitely is a very passionate and knowledgeable storyteller. As we are getting really busy we do recommend buying your ticket online in advance. We hope you enjoyed the resty of your time in Dublin. If you took any photos of your visit we'd love for you to share them with us online. Kind Regards The Management rish Rock N Roll Museum Experience
Written April 11, 2023
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Bella Fragmento
Sunderland, UK595 contributions
Loved it !
Feb 2020 • Family
We decided to do the tour last minute , my husband is a massive U2 fan. Although our ten year old was not keen to go she absolutely loved it !
Our tour guide was great , so enthusiastic and knowledgable. Lots of facts and funny takes. It was really cool to see the studios where people rehearse and perform intimate gigs.
I was really happy to see some discs up from Divine Comedy , Frank and Walters and Sultans of Ping.
As well as U2 and Thin Lizzy memorabilia , there were some fab mementos - Phil Lynott’s guitars and a mixing desk that has been used by a full range of stars.
Good value and recommended for any fan of Irish music !
Written February 19, 2020
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Wax Museum Team
Hi nialls_angel, Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad you enjoyed your tour in our museum. If you took any photos of your visit we'd love for you to share them with us online. Kind Regards The Management Irish Rock N Roll Museum Experience
Written February 20, 2020
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TheFundraiser1
Ampthill, UK52 contributions
A good place to visit for music geeks
Nov 2019
A bit like having a guided tour of Hard Rock Cafe memorabilia (but without the food) all related to the rich musical heritage of Dublin. A big plus was getting seniors discount at 60 - a real treat as it was part of my birthday celebrations. Knowledgable and likeable guide who lead with just the right ammount of enthusiasm. Inevitably, the tour ends up in the gift shop!! If you like your folk music Claddagh records is just next door!
Written February 23, 2020
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Wax Museum Team
Hi TheFundraiser1 Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad you enjoyed your tour and hope you were impressed with our neighbours too. If you took any photos of your visit we'd love for you to share them with us online. Kind Regards The Management Irish Rock N Roll Museum Expereince
Written February 24, 2020
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smouty08
Birmingham, UK17 contributions
Great working studio
Feb 2020 • Couples
This place is a must if you like a bit of rock n roll, John the guide was a fountain of knowledge, just a great look behind the scenes from U2 to Thin Lizzy memorabilia. Even get to play some instruments, if only we could play them...all for the craic .
Written February 22, 2020
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Wax Museum Team
Hi smouty08 Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad you enjoyed your tour with John and will pass along your compliments. If you took any photos of your visit we'd love for you to share them with us online. Kind Regards The Management Irish Rock N Roll Museum Experience
Written February 24, 2020
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