Kilmainham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kilmainham
Popular places to visit
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
Uncover the gruesome truth behind Ireland’s struggle for independence with a tour of this notorious former prison.
War Memorial Gardens
War Memorial Gardens is just one of the places to see in Dublin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
St. Stephen's Green
Visit the beautiful gardens of Dublin’s most popular park to relax amongst statues of the city’s most famous residents.
Trinity College
Follow in the footsteps of many literary greats as you explore the fascinating treasures of the country’s oldest university.
Aviva Stadium
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Activities
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder and Mystery
Our pick of the best Kilmainham Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"I did not do the breakfast, but I did get coffee and a vegan sandwich at the coffee shop inside and it was delicious. The staff was lovely and the accommodations were perfect."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"The Ruby Molly is new, clean, and well appointed."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Great hotel, prime location, odd rooms but nice."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
"This was a nice hotel. I am not sure that the value is there however. While it is downtown, the price per night doesn’t quite justify the overall experience. We stayed two nights."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Clink i Lár
"Comfy and no-frills travel. Room was clean and relatively quiet. Comfortable beds and bedding. You need a 3 prong adapter to charge devices. If you don't have one they have a vending machine where you can purchase one with a card. Breakfast was buffet and worth pre-booking for €8.95"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"Great place and fun area"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kilmainham
Dublin 8
If you're spending time in Dublin 8, check out sights like Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum or Dublin Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Heuston Station or Heuston Tram Stop.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Phoenix Park and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
Smithfield
Well liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Smithfield Chimney, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Vicar Street and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Patrick's Cathedral and Vicar Street.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Iveagh Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
