Main Library

National Library of Ireland
Kildare Street
Dublin 2

This is the National Library of Ireland’s main public building, where you will find the main Reading Room, microfilm reading facilities, Genealogy Advisory Service and the Information / Ticket desk.

The Library's main exhibition area, seminar room, shop and café are also located in the main building.

See Opening Hours or take an Online Tour of the Main Building.

Please Note: The Main Reading Room is a working area for researchers and access for visitors is limited. Further information on visiting the Reading Room can be downloaded here:

Main Building, front gate
Main Building, front gate
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